David: “Too bad I just clipped my toenails, otherwise I could grab it like a hook and pull it up with those.”
What my husband replied when I asked if he could grab me the magazine at the bottom of our bed.
Husbandism #43
January 2nd, 2012Happy New Year!
January 1st, 2012
Since I started writing 3 Stinky Boys and Me in the spring of 2009, I’ve never really thumbed through the archives of it. But the other day, David was trying to remember something sweet our 5 year old used to say when he was about 2. Neither of us could remember, exactly, what Reichen used to say. And it made us sort of sad. Later, after all my 3 stinky boys were in bed, I searched through the years of the blog and discovered it – the sweet thing my baby boy used to say!
I started this blog several years ago, for that very reason. I wanted to capture our feelings, thoughts, and happenings of how we were at that exact time. I don’t blog for the money, or the ads, or to become a super famous blogger – I do it because I want to remember everything. Everything. Especially the stuff the passing of time erases from my memory.
And for all of you who have followed My 3 Stinky Boys and Me’s adventures for the past several years, that’s icing on the cake. Thank you so much for reading my little blog and supporting our family. I have made some amazing friends, whom I know I’ll meet one day and I love hearing from all of you and following your adventures through your blogs.
Happy New Year!!!
xo
Tasha
All That Glitters is Gold
December 30th, 2011What could be more glamorous than gold? The shimmering metallic color has recently made a stunning resurgence, appearing not only in decorative objects and picture frames, but also in furnishings, sunglasses, and nail polish. It can be as gleaming and reflective as chrome and silver, but gold also has the advantage that its sunny character is infinitely warmer.
Here are a few of my favs. Enjoy!
2. Kate Spade Ooh La La Necklace
3. Michael KorsOversized Runway
4. SEPHORA by OPI As good As gold
6. Z Gallerie Potted Twig Tree
8. MAKE UP FOR EVER Rock For Ever Aqua Eyes
9. Crate & Barrel Jules Accent Table
10. TibiMetallic Jersey Halter Dress
Eye Urban Decay. Do You?
December 28th, 2011When I started playing around with the idea of wearing a cat eye a couple months ago, I went to the beauty super store Sephora where the make-up artist revealed the secret to to achieving the perfect playful look is an awesome liquid eye liner.
She said Urban Decay makes the most lovely liquid liners, and she was right. Since then, I have fallen in love with the largest independently owned color cosmetic company in the United States whose tag line states it all, “Beauty With an Edge.”
And apparently, Santa thought I’d been a good girl this year because he left all sorts of Urban Decay products in my stocking, including a set of pocket-size 24/7 Shadow Pencils.
This set is like a box of ridiculously chic crayons for your eyes. You get all the creamy, waterproof, vibrant color of pencils in a fat shape that’s super versatile: use the wide side of the pencil to shadow larger areas with ease or use the thin tip to line your eyes. This set makes achieving dramatic washes of color and precise lines so easy, in hues that run the gamut from soft and shimmery to deep and bright. The range of looks you can create with this set is endless.
Try it! You’ll like it!
Visions of Tablescapes Danced in my Head
December 27th, 2011When I offered to host Christmas Eve dinner at our house this year, visions of tablescapes started dancing in my head. And after scouring many home decor magazine and websites, I decided on the crisp color combination of red, white, and silver.
I started with a freshly pressed white tablecloth, a glittery red ribbon, and silver votive candles. And got more and more giddy after adding square vases filled with small crimson ornaments and pretty folded napkins. Mini red tricycles adorned with the boys’ names told them what seat to take and I placed the homemade cookie Christmas trees on the buffet next to the red floral balls on white candlesticks.
It was a lovely and intimate dinner of 8 including my mom, David’s parents, his brother, Reichen, Latham, David, and myself. We had all the fixings of a traditional turkey dinner and every bite of it was delicious.
Happy Holidays
December 25th, 2011
Toddler Talk
December 23rd, 2011Reichen: “Mommy, my car window is really dirty.”
Me: “I know, I saw that. Why do you think it’s so dirty?”
Reichen: “I think it’s because every time I pick my boogers I wipe them on there. But I’m not sure.”
Husbandism #42
December 14th, 2011David: “It’s so nice having her at work. She’s like my third mom.”
Me: “That is nice. Wait… who’s your second mom?”
David: “You are.”
The true conversation my husband and I had about his administrative assistant. And no, I do not make this stuff up. I. Swear.
Beauty Stocking Stuffers
December 12th, 2011You know you’ve bought totally awesome stocking stuffers when you want to keep all of them for yourself. I love to shop for this sort of stuff for my girlfriends and family. But if you still have a few girls to check off your Holiday gift list, here are a few of my favs.
Enjoy!
1. Clinique Almost Lipstick in Black Honey
2. OPI Nail Embellishment Stickers
3. Urban Decay Super Saturated High Gloss Lip Color in Crush
4. Clarisonic Skin Cleaning System
5. OPI Glimmer Wonderland Mini Nail Set
6. Bumble and Bumble Surf Spray
7. Urban Decay 24/7 Glide-On Shadow Pencil Stash
Toddler Talk
December 6th, 2011Latham: “No! We don’t want a babysitter! We’re big boys! We want a big boy sitter!”
What my 3-year-old told me when I informed him a babysitter was coming over so David and I could go out for date night.
My Thanksgiving Post May Be Late, But At Least My Christmas Shopping is Done.
December 2nd, 2011
I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving. We sure did and I still have the belly to prove it. We invaded my in-laws for the holidays and had the best time. My mother-in-law cooked 90% of the food, but I did make my grandma’s super duper delicious candied yams.
And here’s the recipe:
Candied Yams
Peel 3 large yams, and cut into pieces. Place in pan with salted water and boil until cooked. Place cut up yams in baking dish. Sprinkle with 1 cup of sugar, 1/2 stick of butter cut up, 1 can of evaporated condensed milk. Fill baking dish approximately 1/2 full. Bake 1 hour at 350 degrees until mixture boils down. Add marshmallows on top and bake until marshmallows brown and melt.
“Don’t Worry. You’re Good.”
December 1st, 2011“Don’t worry. You’re good. That thing has been going off all night and we’ve just been letting everybody in anyway. You’re good. You’re good.”
What security told David and me without even a pat down after we both set off the metal detector at the Jay-Z / Kanye West concert.
(p.s. Yes, the concert was AMAZING!!!)
There’s Nothing Better Than a Braid
November 23rd, 2011I’m always looking for new and fun ways to wear my hair. And I’ve decided, there’s nothing better than a braid. While I do braid my hair all the time, I want to kick it up a notch. And the following celebrity updos are my inspiration.
Enjoy!
Husbandism #42
November 22nd, 2011David: “If I look that good when I’m 42, I’ll be mowing the grass in a thong – you know what I mean?”
The response my husband gave when I mentioned Jennifer Lopez might be a little old to be wear a nude leotard during her performance at Sunday’s American Music Awards.
Toddler Talk
November 19th, 2011Reichen: “HI STINKY DADDY!!! I like to call him stinky daddy because he stinks up the whole house.”
What my 5-year-old told his teacher when David picked him up from preschool.
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You will rock this look. I know it.scott on Husbandism #47
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Love this! I want one! I'll have to keep this in mind for future gift ideas.