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mimiandmegblog.com : 8 Years

It’s a little weird to think that I’ve been with my husband for more than a third of my life. We started dating at 19, engaged at 21, and married at 22 (literally a week after graduating college — yes that was crazy!). Today marks eight years of being married. I feel very fortunate to...

mimiandmegblog.com : HIGH FIVE // Black, Tan, Gray

A new series for your Monday — High Five. ONE // Freda Salvador Sandals I don’t know if obsession really describes how much I love these Freda Salvador sandals. Actually I love everything Freda Salvador.  TWO // Cosmo Tote THREE // Pebble Tape Measure Isn’t it about time there is a chic tape...

blog.DesignBuildTeam.com :

Cove lighting is a great way to include accent lighting in an area such as a bathroom or kitchen where brightness levels are important. Cove lights  are installed in groups and built into ledges,

Image via Shutterstock.

recesses, ceiling nooks, skylights, or valences either in a ceiling or high up on...

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There is an architecture website for everyone from amateurs with an interest in the subject to a homeowners looking for inspiration for their own projects. Following are four of the top fun and creative choices on the Internet.

  Arch Daily . This daily publication, produced by Plataforma Networks...

NEW IN KC STYLE

KansasCouture.com : Flower Girl

Rainy weather has ushered in slightly cooler temperatures. I keep reminding myself to wear jeans and sleeves while I still can! Jeans are always what I miss most during the dog days of summer. Though I don't usually opt for wide leg pants, I seem to prefer them cropped when I do! I don't think the silhouette...

StyleAndPepperBlog.com : : Concrete Catwalk // Cherry Chiffon

You know you can always count on me for a pair of crazy pants , and when I saw these striped vintage beauties at one of my favorite vintage stores in Kansas City, I just knew they had to be mine.

Paired with another vintage find on my feet, a bold cherry-colored tank on top and a little handbag that I...

StyleAndPepperBlog.com : : See Make Shop // Gold Fringe

You may think of Las Vegas when you hear about the trend 'gold fringe,' but I think of...You may think of Las Vegas when you hear about the trend 'gold fringe,' but I think of sassy squiggles that shine in the sun.  
Fringe Dress
Heart Pinata
Dangly Earrings
Party Garland

Norma Kamali tank //...

KansasCouture.com : Fun Games

I've wanted to take blog pictures in front of this beautiful backdrop for a long time. While I'm glad it finally happened, the photo shoot was rather bittersweet. It marked my last visit to Screenland Crossroads -- my favorite spot in KC to enjoy old movies on the big screen and vintage arcade games! This...

StyleAndPepperBlog.com : : Let's Dish // Time to Bloom

Image from my Instagram feed
The tiny Spring blossoms have all turned into completely unfurled leaves and full-blown blooms in our neighborhood this week, and it has had me thinking a lot about growth and change and personal progress .

Getting excited about life's blessings and anticipating it's challenges...

NEW IN KC EATS

AroundTheBlock.com :

The food truck scene in Kansas City is dynamic, and the options ever-increasing. Check out my guide and take your pick! http://www.kansascity.com/living/food/   ...The food truck scene in Kansas City is dynamic, and the options ever-increasing. Check out my guide and take your...

AroundTheBlock.com :

Discard any preconceived notions you might have about eating dinner in a casino. I certainly had many, and after dining at the Final Cut steakhouse, I had throw them all out the window..at least as far as the Hollywood Casino at the Kansas Speedway is concerned. The pictures on...

AroundTheBlock.com :

My first visit to Louie’s Wine Dive in Waldo was a very pleasant one. From the owners to the servers and bartenders, everyone was incredibly friendly and helpful, and they all wanted us to be happy with our experience. We were there on a Monday evening, during Happy Hour...

AroundTheBlock.com :

At dinner last month, a friend asked me what “Duroc” on a menu meant. As I explained it to him (see below), I realized that though I wrote a post on pork breeds back in 2010, it’s still very much a current topic. With the Local Pig garnering so much press, and...

WhatYoureMissingKC.blogspot.com : Kansas City Firefighters Turn Up the Heat to Determine who Grills the Best Steak in Town

Below is information from a press release concerning local firefighters competing in steak cooking competitions.
Firefighters Chief Greg Vincent and Ed Maurin Set To Duel in the Walmart Steak-Over Challenge...
KC Magazine 2013 City's Best
Take KC Magazine's 2013 City's Best Survey!While hundreds of people and businesses in Kansas City deserve special recognition, only 30 will earn the distinction of City's Best for the 8th annual KC Magazine City's Best Awards.

Each year, thousands of Kansas Citians have sent us amazing recommendations - some were KC institutions, some were excellent up-and-comers, and some were stunning secrets that surprised even us! Who should make... Read more...
 
VOTE NOW for the City's Best Awards!
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Vote for your favorites in each category to receive the City's Best awards!

Nominations are open until May 24, 2013. Second round of voting will start June 3, 2013.

http://citysbestkcmag.com/

 

This year's categories include:

Restaurants

Overall restaurant

New restaurant

Cheap eats

Special occasion restaurant

Date night restaurant

Best kid-friendly restaurant

Local coffee... Read more...
 
2013 Design Excellence Awards
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Nominate your Design at http://dea.kcbcentral.com/

This year's residential* categories include:

Interior-Bathroom

Interior- Kitchen

Interior- Dining/Living Room

Traditional Interior Design

Contemporary Interior Design

Craftmanship

Outdoor

Green

Architecture- Exterior

Architecture- Interior

Traditional Architecture

Contemporary Architecture

A special Edward Tanner... Read more...
 
KC Business TOP Companies. Many entered. Only 10 will win!
Top-Companies-LogoThe nominations are in, and the judges are contemplating over which company has the best service, which company empowers their employees, and much more!

Be the first to find out who the winners are at the

TOP COMPANIES reception

June 27, 2013    5:30-8pm

at Terrace on Grand

1520 Grand Blvd. Kansas City, MO 64108

 

Dinner will be provided by Delish! catering.

 

 Purchase your... Read more...
 
2013 RISING STARS ANNOUNCED
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Rising Stars are those outstanding individuals in your company under the age of 40
who exemplify hard work, dedication to corporate success and personal growth.
Help us honor our second annual class of KC Business Rising Stars!

Congratulations to the 2013 Class of Rising Stars!

Joe Accurso, Kessinger Hunter & Co.

Lea Bailes, LeaBailes.com

Teisha Marie Barber, Kansas City... Read more...
 

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