Silent Sunday

I am clearly a super awesome boss....

Tonight 1/5 of my team needed to come in and work overtime. Sadly 1/5 is only 2 guys. I have this theory that when you have to work overtime you should not only get paid time and a half, but you need to get some treats too! Usually I am super lazy and pop over to hyvee and pick up some cookies. Tonight I was awesome and baked some cupcakes!


Cupcake- Chocolate Fudge, Chocolate Icing, M&M's

Side view

Close Up

Because I am so nice, and awesome: I left one for John my first shift counterpart.

Note says: Cupcake for you in Fridge! -Lynne (looks like this) Yes, completely bored!!!

Show Tim Riggins some LOVE

Excitement! The amazing Taylor Kitsch has landed the lead role in "John Carter of Mars" Here is what I know- pretty much nothing. It is a lead role. Some Pixar director is doing it. Disney is hoping it is the next Pirates of the Caribbean See more here.

Film Friday

This week's pick: Fight Club.
Actually it was an all out Brad Pitt Polooza this week (also watched Snatch). Seeing two movies in a row where Brad Pitt pretty much fights constantly, all I can say is, he looks good without a shirt! I have never been a huge fan of Edward Norton- but I thought this movie was good. Helen Bonham Carter- is amazingly good at playing quirky women. But I must say I love her more when she looks/reacts more normally. I didn't love LOVE either movie this week. But I was entertained.

Design Dilemma

Ok guys- I have a Design Dilemma. I picked up this seriously awesome canister at Target last weekend. It was 100% to good to pass up, but now were do I put it? I think the pears will clash with all the pineapples in the kitchen.

So what is left? On the desk, guest bedroom (which would make me slightly sad- because I would likely see it less in there) Bedroom or Bathroom? Any thoughts?????

Happy Birthday Mom!

Happy Birthday Mom! You have always been there when I needed you! Hope your day rocks!

Flip and Tumble...

A couple weeks ago I stumbled upon some pretty awesome reusable shopping bags: Flip and Tumble. It really seems that reusable shopping bags have become the en vogue thing to do- every store sells them- and honestly I have been tempted multiple times to pick a couple up. The main drawbacks to them were always the same- 1) Company Logo big on the bag- call me crazy but I hate going to HyVee with a Wal Mart sack, and vice versa. 2) They didn't look super sturdy- I buy heavy things and carry them long distances. 3) How would I ever remember to take them with me to use them the next time? (most of my shopping being done directly after work- not planned out ahead of time)


A major win for this bag- The handle is long enough to carry on the shoulder- this helps when you buy heavy stuff.


It's unique design- it folds up into this little ball (about the size of an apple) When you are done unloading your stuff- fold it up, throw it back into purse- I have yet to forget to take it with me!

Not only are they strong- they look really, super cute. I brought three: Pink, Blue, and Purple. Now I can be stylish, not advertise for a store, save the environment. Sweet deal! I can fit about two regular plastic bags worth of stuff into this bag. It is strong enough to haul a half gallon of milk and several can goods-plus other stuff without much effort. The shoulder strap has some felt on the top to keep it some slipping off. They are definitely more expensive than the bags you would buy at the store- but so far I feel they have definitely proven their worth. I am 100% completely happy about the purchase! I feel good about helping the environment and saving some money too- I have gotten several rebates for using my own bag at the store!