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Playing Catch Up!
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We were able to squeeze in a little trip to Philadelphia with the kids. This is the dome that tops Memorial Hall. The building was built for America's Centennial Celebration in 1876 that was held in Philadelphia. It's beauty just... Continue reading
Posted Jun 6, 2012 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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First Holy Communion: The Dress
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First Holy Communions are a pretty big deal in this family. This year, I've already been to a few and my little lady's is coming up this weekend! She's been learning and growing in her faith and is so excited... Continue reading
Posted May 9, 2012 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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French Settee Revamp
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Good morning, friends! Today I'm linking up with Miss Mustard Seed's Furniture Friday I've been wanting to share with you the vintage French settee I revamped a few months ago. I picked it up for a song almost a year... Continue reading
Posted Mar 30, 2012 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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Lovely New {{Old}} Items
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I've just started to list a few things in my etsy shop. They're things from my personal collection that I'm letting go. I still love all of these items, and they're a bit hard to let go, but I can't... Continue reading
Posted Mar 28, 2012 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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Some Spring Things
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I can't say I've done too much Easter decorating this year, but the mantle is looking spring- like in it's candy colored hues, so I thought I'd give you a little tour of the spring things going on here at... Continue reading
Posted Mar 24, 2012 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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Mar 23, 2012
You're new home looks so light and airy! All your hard work is paying off... just lovely, my dear!
Toggle Commented Mar 21, 2012 on Kitchen Shelves at Pretty Petals
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Whoops! Mish- mash, I meant!
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Well, Heather this is just stunning! Your collection of favorite ladies in their mis-mash of frames is inspiring! How could you walk by that wall and not smile? and you're right, amazing what paint can do!
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Good Luck Charm
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It's really the littlest things in life that prove to bring us comfort, isn't it? A warm blanket, a steamy cup of tea, a tattered toy, a reassuring phone call from a friend. It brings comfort to think at the... Continue reading
Posted Mar 21, 2012 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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Jetset
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Every year at about this exact time, when I've about had it with the cold winter days, I begin to wish I was jet-setting to some place nice and warm.... . Of course, in my head I'm flying high in... Continue reading
Posted Feb 15, 2012 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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Around the House Today
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Hello, hello out there. My posts seem to have months separating them, but I'm here today. I shined my sink today and that's reason enough to snap a few pictures of the kitchen, isn't it? My little guy has already... Continue reading
Posted Feb 6, 2012 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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Because it snowed.....
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Because it snowed here yesterday, I got all the Bavarian inspired ornaments listed in my Etsy Shop and even made a snowman too! I hope you will take a little peek! Continue reading
Posted Oct 30, 2011 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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Bavarian Christmas Ornaments
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It's been so long since I've been here. I wonder if anyone is out there? Hello.... check, check, 1, 2, 3. Well, if you are, hello, so glad you've stopped by. Autumn is in full swing around here, and forgive... Continue reading
Posted Oct 27, 2011 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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German Fruit and Cream Cake
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With the warmer weather approaching, it's nice to have a few recipes on hand where no oven is needed! Who wants a house as hot as it is outside? This is one of my all time favorites for the summer... Continue reading
Posted May 20, 2011 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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I See London....
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Truth be told, I've been a bit lazy when it's come to blogging lately. I've been trying to do lots of things around the house and enjoying every second outside with the heavenly weather we've been having. I decided I... Continue reading
Posted May 12, 2011 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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Hippity- Hoppity Easter's On It's Way!!!!!
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Before it comes and goes, I wanted to wish you a very Happy Easter! I hope it's filled with pretty pastel dresses, patent leather shoes in lovely hues and Easter bonnets too! I hope Mr. Rabbit leaves you lots of... Continue reading
Posted Apr 22, 2011 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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My Vice
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Nutella and strawberries.... Nature has it's own superfoods, but surely, Nutella has to be man's superfood. My favorite power snack/vice in life. Today, I opted for a pretty plate and napkin, but let's be honest, between you and me, I... Continue reading
Posted Apr 20, 2011 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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Hot Air Balloons for the Spring
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The sweet as can be, Rosalyn- Sue hosted a swap with a springtime theme. Just as soon as she asked, way back in January, I thought about hot air balloons and started to daydream about warmer days! I've always loved... Continue reading
Posted Apr 14, 2011 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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Heirloom Eggs
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Hello, everyone! Yes, I am still on my blogging break but wanted to share a little Easter project with you before Easter has come and gone. I want to first thank you guys for your emails and comments, and a... Continue reading
Posted Apr 12, 2011 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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Apr 6, 2011
On the Horizon
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Where have I been? I've had a few emails asking that question.... Well, I'm here and have been trying to keep up with posting, comments, emails and blog visits.... To be completely honest though, my heart's not all here. You... Continue reading
Posted Mar 23, 2011 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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Our Bedroom
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At some point on most any given day, the rooms of my house begin to look like a pig sty. It's not just the kids, I pile my messes and projects on all available surfaces. This room is different, however.... Continue reading
Posted Mar 17, 2011 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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Ol' Mr. Rabbit....
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With Spring in the air(finally!!) I thought we could really use another Mr. Rabbit around the house.... After two years, and never getting around to doing the original Christmas project, I used the same technique Heather taught in this tutorial... Continue reading
Posted Mar 16, 2011 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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Party Time!
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Hello, ladies! I thought it might be high time for me to get to posting about my girls' 7th and 5th birthday party! We had a tiny intimate affair, this year. The girls picked a few of their closest friends... Continue reading
Posted Mar 12, 2011 at Gabrielle Messina Just a Girl
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