tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-35873752889187810562024-02-18T23:52:59.586-05:00The Scarlet CardinalRamblings about life in Philadelphia, and adventures at home... trust me, you don't want to miss this.Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.comBlogger113125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-62118581492176318082011-07-28T07:00:00.001-04:002011-07-28T07:00:09.216-04:00Interview from Freya's StudioOne of the other giveaways I won recently was a dog collar from Freya's Studio. You all know how much I love Louie and so I was so excited to give him a fancy new collar. Breanna even custom sized one for me since the pattern I loved didn't come in a small for my tiny pup...great customer service!
Meet Breanna and her pup Freya:
What Inspires You?I would have to say my dogs. Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-19038837966959347952011-07-26T07:00:00.001-04:002011-07-26T07:00:04.589-04:00Interview from Beautiful BlendingsI recently won a few giveaways which is amazing since I never win ANYTHING...I'm thinking of playing the lottery.
Anyway, the women who sponsored these giveaways were so sweet, and I was so pleased with their products that I just had to share them with all of you! First up is Tara from Beautiful Blendings. She sent me the cutest headbands and a pretty flower clip
What Inspires You?
Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-57586901000049231422011-07-24T18:49:00.000-04:002011-07-24T18:49:26.291-04:00Back in Action!First of all, thank you to everyone who reached out and kept Sean and I in your thoughts over the past 2 weeks. It's certainly been hectic and all your kind words really do mean so much so THANK YOU!
Now, I figured a quick update was in order before getting back to our regularly scheduled blogging program. A lot has happened in the past 2 weeks:
Sean was hospitalized...TWICE! For anMelissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-46692616854503590522011-07-18T14:37:00.001-04:002011-07-18T14:37:37.408-04:00Dead airSorry for the silence recently! We've had a doozy of a week over here. My great uncle passed away which stirred up a lot of emotions for me as the passing of any loved one will do. More on that in a future post.
Sean was hospitalized in the middle of the night on Thursday for a bad infection in his leg. Although they released him on Saturday, I am blogging this from my phone on my way to Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-42916455023717734092011-07-08T13:57:00.000-04:002011-07-08T13:57:42.276-04:00Farm Share: Week 3After a GREAT winter season with our Greensgrow Farms Farm Share we decided to go with Landisdale Farm for the summer and fall. It's closer, a little cheaper, and allows for pick-up every week for a small share. So far we're pleased with the hauls we've been getting, although I'm looking forward to some more variety in the coming weeks. The first 3 boxes were nearly Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-26017893401295909252011-07-07T10:30:00.000-04:002011-07-07T10:30:03.230-04:00Belated RecapAlthough the holiday weekend seems like ages ago, We had such an amazing time I just have to share! This was my first 4th of July that wasn't spent home in Chicago, and although I missed it terribly, there was something so powerful about being in Philadelphia for this holiday. This is where it all started!
And we did go to the all-you-can-eat ice cream fest...which was so yummyMelissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-27305781231328069792011-07-01T09:39:00.000-04:002011-07-01T09:39:10.013-04:00Friday RamblingsJULY?! ALREADY?! This is just craziness, people.
July is going to be an exciting month!!
The 4th! duh! Who doesn't love fireworks?
Sean's birthday...although I've arranged for him to get the greatest gift ever (no spoilers yet), I have no clue what I am actually getting him. Any ideas for a man's man turning 28?
My badass friend Juliette's birthday. We are thinking of doing a Philly Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-30461543575431773712011-06-30T08:46:00.000-04:002011-06-30T08:46:32.211-04:00Come on over...Today I'm guest posting over at So Wonderful, So Marvelous about why bloggers make the best friends. Michelle was one of my very first bloggy friends and I am just thrilled to be filling in for a bit while she's bonding with her as yet unnamed baby girl. If you haven't found Michelle yet, she is a must read. She literally makes me laugh out loud with every Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-721833187533821332011-06-29T13:10:00.000-04:002011-06-29T13:10:12.232-04:00Next to NormalLast Thursday Sean and I went to see Next to Normal, a broadway show that won about 8gajillion Tony's a few years ago.
With Sean being a counselor and me working with college students--a show about mental health was a great fit. We both had stories to share and people we knew who dealt with serious mental health issues. The show was amazing...hilarious and heart wrenching. PlusMelissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-66622687826668512582011-06-27T07:00:00.002-04:002011-06-27T08:35:35.319-04:00Weekend Recap: TerrainThis weekend I took some of my work friends to Terrain at Styer's. It is a GLORIOUS place where outdoor meets indoor in one fabulous package. I pretty much want to snag one of their colorful throw pillows and just set up camp there. Not to mention, the cafe has some of the best food that has graced my foodie lips and the fact that it's all locally sourced makes my inner green Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-73003609024257533912011-06-24T08:38:00.000-04:002011-06-24T08:38:23.431-04:00Friday RamblingsLast night Sean and I had a date night.
I love date nights!
We ate at Barbuzzo and my favorite part was dessert...omg was it amazing! Unlike anything I've ever eaten!
Salted Caramel Budino from Barbuzzo
Then we saw Next to Normal. Now I'm a gal who loves my musicals but this was fresh, unique, and realistic. It made me laugh, and cry, and want to see it again.
Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-45000770389473604872011-06-23T16:02:00.000-04:002011-06-23T16:02:21.564-04:00Dreaming of the beach...It's been a long time since Sean and I took a REAL vacation--one where housekeeping made the beds and my mojito glass was bottomless. We are saving up to go on an amazing getaway once Sean finishes his Master's degree--which God willing will be this time next year.
Until then, here are some images to inspire and dream about.
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Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-60679756101738277062011-06-22T07:00:00.001-04:002011-06-22T07:00:05.857-04:00PonderingsSo as I sit here in my Ayesha Face Mask from Lush (love!), hoping no one can see in my windows for fear of embarrassment, I am reflecting on my week at the University of Georgia. I was chosen to participate in an institute for professionals in the field of University Housing. We learned about what it takes to be a Chief Housing Officer. The majority of the institute Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-29896761102141892872011-06-21T07:00:00.000-04:002011-06-21T07:00:02.546-04:00Tickle Me Tuesday: Dog Days of SummerSo being in Georgia last week was amazing! I had a fantastic time and learned so much. However, I desperately missed my little furball! So in honor of the Lou-man, this week's Tickle me Tuesday post is devoted to him!
The poop bag holder is essential. It never leaves the end of his leash because there is NOTHING I hate more than dog owners who don't clean up. Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-33951339668582077112011-06-17T17:33:00.001-04:002011-06-17T17:35:13.077-04:00My Georgia trip in crappy phone pics!Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-1418031178891345902011-06-16T07:00:00.001-04:002011-06-16T07:00:01.588-04:00Guest Post: Advice for BloggersMeet Leslie from Fresh out of Lemons. I love her blog and know you will too!
I was honored when Melissa asked me to be a guest blogger on her site. I immediately thought, ‘What could I share with her bloggers?’ I began to reflect on all that I’ve learned since I began my site, Fresh Out of Lemons, last August. I set-up my little space on the world wide web as a creativeMelissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-17723854849384939492011-06-15T07:00:00.001-04:002011-06-15T07:00:04.564-04:00Guest Post: Wine Slushies!Hello everyone! My name is Lauren and I blog over at The Elephant's Trunk and I also have an Etsy shop of the same name.
Today I'm here to tell you about my love for wine slushies! Recently I was in Arizona at a Craft Fair and some guy at a booth asked me if I'd like a sample of a wine slushie. Was he serious? Of course! I loved it! It was so refreshing and delicious. I then purchased the Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-8839349208780671692011-06-14T07:00:00.001-04:002011-06-14T07:00:00.816-04:00Fun factsSince I have several new followers, I thought it would be good to share some fun facts and deep dark secrets. So first I'll share...then you share!
I have an Etsy addiction. It's getting bad. I am becoming a handmade snob.
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I LOVE cucumbers in my water. It makes it look and taste super fancy.
I refuse to follow a blog only to enter aMelissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-75954824916264197352011-06-13T07:00:00.000-04:002011-06-12T22:08:02.776-04:00Georgia on my mindI am leaving early tomorrow morning for The University of Georgia where I'll be participating in a professional institute. I'm thrilled for the opportunity, and looking forward to meeting new friends and colleagues.
The University is in Athens, GA and aside from driving through on Florida roadtrips, I've never actually visited the state so famous for its peaches and bulldogs.&Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-85687601095662722442011-06-10T09:55:00.000-04:002011-06-10T09:55:59.497-04:00Friday Ramblings: It's gettin' hot in hurrOk, folks. It is friggen hot in Philadelphia.
You'll remember that as a Resident Director, I live on a college campus...in a Residence Hall. This usually means that my apartment is kept in tip top shape as far as maintenance since we have folks on call 24/7 to fix every leaky pipe, squeaky door, and clogged drain.
However--my AC has been out since yesterday which meansMelissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-5475667404439794052011-06-09T12:29:00.000-04:002011-06-09T12:29:37.853-04:00Food from Sean's MotherlandRecently, Sean and I were invited by some friends to try out Philly's Brauhaus Schmitz. Since Sean's grandfather is from Germany, he grew up eating all kinds of yummy German foods and so we were totally game. (An extensive beer list was also pretty inticing).
The outside and inner decor is charming, even if a little cheesy. You really can't mistake it for anything besides a Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-76685223320247814492011-06-07T12:03:00.000-04:002011-06-07T12:03:42.852-04:00I'll Never Break Your Heart...just take it Step By StepI know you've all been waiting in suspense to hear how the New Kids on the Block/Backstreet Boys concert went. I have only one word:
EPIC!
The seats were seriously unbelievable...I don't remember the last time I sat on the ground level for a concert! I could actually see the boys' faces without looking at the JumboTron.
Joey--swoon
They got the Right Stuff
They put on an Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-42872130244463439152011-06-06T16:33:00.000-04:002011-06-06T16:33:14.983-04:00Giveaway WinnerThank you to everyone who entered the giveaway! I wish I had enough to give to all of you! I'm excited to have some of you as new friends and twitter followers, I have some great stuff coming up in the next few weeks for you!
Now, since you've been so patient with me all day...
Congratulations, Camille! I will be emailing you later today with the details of your prize!&Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-72634073711575880992011-06-05T09:22:00.000-04:002011-06-05T09:22:00.869-04:00Giveaway Reminder!Today is the last day to enter the fabulous GIVEAWAY!
So head on over and enter! Happy Sunday!Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3587375288918781056.post-1990700164588209832011-06-03T08:29:00.001-04:002011-06-03T16:31:21.727-04:00Friday RamblingsWahoo! The weekend is here again!
I can't fricken wait for the NKOTBSB concert!! It's going to be epic. EPIC, I tell you!
I hate spring/I wish we had a screen door. I am constantly squealing for Sean to kill the bugs that the furball is playing with in the apartment. I will try to capture one of those moments on video for you all...hilarity always Melissa {TheScarletCardinal}http://www.blogger.com/profile/16598719994714679895noreply@blogger.com1