Tuesday, August 3, 2010

It's Time To Put My Audrey Gloves On!

“I was asked to act when I couldn't act. 
I was asked to sing 'Funny Face' when I couldn't sing,
and dance with Fred Astaire when I couldn't dance
- and do all kinds of things I wasn't prepared for.
Then I tried like mad to cope with it.”
-Audrey Hepburn

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I told my self to clean the house when I'm very inefficient and distracted;
I was asked to cook and entertain when I struggle with what and how to cook it.
I need to be 'cool' in the summer heat.

Thinking now,
What would Audrey do?

Try like mad!
and wear bright and cheery work gloves :D

...My gloves are bright yellow..
I saw these pink ones at Bed, Bath and Beyond and they are now on my wish list!

The baking is done!
...but now...

Back to my  "cooking"
...making shish cabobs with lots of veggies on rice for our guests tonight...
I can do that!
But, I'd better get up from here and try like mad :D
Guests are arriving today!

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~ Keeping another Audrey quote in mind ~
“For me, the only things of interest are those linked to the heart.”


12 comments:

  1. You managed in making this gorgeous post in the heat of the moment, I'm sure sure sure you will manage in making the most delicious shish cabobs with bunches of veggies on rice! Imagine you are wearing these awesome pink lovelies and your house will clean itself. I adore Audrey, she is such an icon.
    Wishing you JOY for tonight, have a marvelous time in your cozy home inviting your guests.
    Tomorrow we will jump in our car and drive to Germany. Will return Saturday 14th. Will miss your sweet words from your dear heart, my friend. You beautiful soul you. Extra hugs for today. Looking forward to visiting your lovely little corner in the world soon again. xxxxx

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  2. Oh, Maria, one of your gifts is absolutely optimism--seeing the good in all situations and using it to encourage others. Now, I am going to go put on my audrey gloves and paint a picture that I do not know how to paint. My gloves are multi-colored paints--my hands will be covered when I am through. Love, D.

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  3. Ah! Audrey. The epitome of class. And I think you two are a lot alike!

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  4. I know, I am amazed how you do it! I bet everything will be great, of course in your own elegant, Audrey style!

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  5. Oh thank you for stopping by... you are all AWESOME and... really... I {wish} I had 1/1000 of Audrey's class

    but trying like mad ~ heehee :D

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  6. Oooooo that pink gloves...............so pretty !!! post....hahahah! i must laugh about you.......happpy evening.........hugs from me......

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  7. That is a wonderful attitude Maria! Pink is my favorite color. They might even make housework fun!
    Enjoy your company.

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  8. Oh my SWEET, SWEET Maria... I have missed so many of your wonderful posts. You seem to have done all that needs doing... Your baking looks delectable, Your house is S*P*A*R*K*L*I*N*G...and you my dear are ready for a blissful visit with your dear family...Ahhhh...there is nothing like a family get together. Now sit back, make a pot of tea, and await their visit...Praying for your frayed nerves...BREATH...all is well dearest...love Rosie...xoxo

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  9. My rubber gloves are bright purple...why is it that it makes the work seem easier if the gloves are pretty!

    I hope everything went well with your guests...have a wonderful night!

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  10. Maria~I adore Audrey!She puts the fem in femininity. All eyes will be on your menu, not the the dishes in the sink. Your guest will delighted with your rhubarb confections too.

    When I've got an abundance of fruit I prepare this simple tart recipe, which can be applied to your rhubarb as well.

    1. Prepare a favored sugar cookie dough. This will be rolled to form top crust for the tart.

    2. Dice & cook rhubarb with strawberry jam or any flavor jam/ preserve that pairs with rhubarb.

    3. When the rhubarb is 3/4 cook, fill individual ramekins with the fruit compote.

    4. Cover with rolled cookie dough.
    trim the edges. When time permits...I'll embellish with cookie cut outs.

    5. Bake until golden brown.
    325 degrees 12-15 mins. Serve hot ala mode.

    Sweet wishes,
    Sara

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  11. I understand completely how you were feeling Maria! Really I do.
    I loved that last quote from Audrey. It really hit a cord with me. Love Di ♥

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  12. Maria,
    Love this! I was crazy about Audrey Hepburn in my teens (still am). There's no reason kitchen gloves shouldn't have a little style!

    We are finally in our new home and I can't wait to blog about it. I still have some boxes to unpack and lots of organizing to do but I couldn't resist visiting a few bloggy friends.

    We have wonderful trails behind our neighborhood that we have been walking in the evening. There are mountain views and a huge prairie expanse of sky. I totally thought of you last night when I was looking up at all the cloud formations - you always have great cloud photos.

    Looking forward to catching up!

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