outsourced: groceries

September 12, 2012 by Leave a Comment

How much is an hour of your time worth? More than $10? If the answer is yes, I think you should consider outsourcing your weekly grocery run.

I recently discovered that you can shop online with Coles or Woolworths and have it delivered for pennies. I know, I’m a late bloomer.

The first order takes a bit of time to set up, but after that it’s a breeze.  As there is no temptation to impulse buy, you’ll probably find it actually saves you money.

It’s got me wondering what other chores could be justifiably delegated.  Cleaning. Washing. Ironing. I’ll get back to you with a cost/benefit analysis.

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tortilla nests

September 11, 2012 by Leave a Comment

The hubby is on team taco, but I’m more a tortilla kind of girl. The compromise? Tortilla nests.

Take a packet of mini tortillas, place them in a texas muffin pan and bake for 10 minutes in a hot oven.  Fill them with your favorite taco mix and wash it down with a stiff margarita or three.  Hola!

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mad menday: he works out

September 10, 2012 by Leave a Comment

You’ve seen that guy at the gym.  You know, the one wearing a holey tee, scalloped leg footy shorts and ratty old sneakers. Don’t let it be your Mr.

Take him to the store for an upgrade.  Distract him with bats and balls, then lure him into the changeroom with the promise of a quickie.

gps heart monitor garmin // socks under armour // bag marc jacobs // shirt & shorts nike // water bottle nathan // cap nike // shoes nike

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fashion friday: summer romp

September 7, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Romper.  Jumpsuit. Onesie.  Call it what you will.  The lazy girl’s go to summer piece, guaranteed to keep you cool while looking hawt.

Floral, chevron, tribal, stripe or plain. I never met one I didn’t fancy.  Slip it on, add a pair of flat sandals and you’re out the door.

top row- rory beca // zimmerman // parker

middle row- ag adriano goldschmeid // zimmerman // rory beca

bottom row - josie // sandro // club monaco

 

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cookie monster

September 6, 2012 by Leave a Comment

I was home alone this morning, hosting a glee tribute concert in my living room, when I was struck with an insatiable craving for cookies. I like them soft and chewy and straight from the oven. I gave this chocolate chip cookie recipe from my girl Martha a whirl, and they were the ducks nuts.

Serve them straight up with a neat espresso, or they’re twice as nice when sandwiched with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Want s’more? Yes, they are also kinda naughty when paired with a marshmallow and a square of dark chocolate.

Don’t be tempted to overcook them, 8 minutes is enough.  They’ll continue to firm up after you remove them from the oven.

Bet you can’t eat just one…

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