Holy Chocolatey Goodness

The post holiday chocolate cravings are hitting hard this week...But how can you justify whipping up a batch of chocolate chip cookies when loads of stocking stuffer candy still remains? Unfortunately you can't but you can still lust after divine looking desserts as you focus on your fitness goals for 2012 :) 

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Happy 2012!

I always love the start of a new year. The ability to create fresh goals, the mystery of the memories that are to be made and the potential of the 12 months that lie ahead.

As I draft my goals and dreams for 2012 I can't help but get excited for another great (and hopefully not as fast) year! Cheers to 2012!

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Joyeaux Noel a Paris

So sorry for my absenteeism lately. It's been quite hectic in the ad world on top of the holidays and a quick jaunt to Paris for Christmas! I'm now back and ready to write again. Sometimes all you need is a 5 day break filled with cheese and shopping :) 

I was reminded last week what a fabulous city Paris is. From the stunning architecture to the heavenly gooey stinky cheese and macarons to the incredible shopping, what more could a girl ask for?! I was lucky enough to spend Christmas there with my family- we had a wonderful trip that will have me day dreaming of chocolates, cheese and foie gras for a long time...Below are a few highlights.

 My favorite cheese shop ever

 Picking out a hen for Christmas dinner

 Christmas Eve sunset over the Champs Elysee

The most heavenly Christmas cheese in the world (eaten with a spoon)

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Stella and Dot

I had my first Stella and Dot trunk show on Friday and it was SUCH a blast! For those of you who haven't experienced Stella and Dot I highly recommend doing some online browsing. Fabulous fun pieces for a very affordable price. Below are a few of my favorites from the latest collection. Everything can be found and purchased here!

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Kate Spade Holiday

I love holiday shopping, mostly for the fabulous gift guides retailers put out. Always on the top of the list is Jcrew but this year I found Kate Spade's gift guide to be tops. Does it not make you want everything on their site?!

 Before rolling over the images

After rolling over the images

SO well done! Especially the fun surprise ball gift (top middle) which can be found here.

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Blanket love

If you can't tell by the trend of my posts being about warmth, it's gotten cold here in Minnesota! That being said I've always loved blankets. Especially the soft cashmere kind :) I came across these beauties today and nearly died. Cashmere, bright colors and  the word "LOVE" woven in morse code?! Somebody please find me $500 to spend!

via http://hollyberryprojects.com/ 

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Fabulous Fireplaces

The December issue of Elle Decor had an article titled "Fire Power" which detailed a variety of beautiful fireplaces. The fireplace is one of my favorite parts of any home (especially on a snowy day like today) so I decided to do a little fireplace hunting of my own. Below are my picks:

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