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Our tech team has launched updates to The Nest today. As a result of these updates, members of the Nest Community will need to change their password in order to continue participating in the community. In addition, The Nest community member's avatars will be replaced with generic default avatars. If you wish to revert to your original avatar, you will need to re-upload it via The Nest.
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Thank you.
Note: This only affects The Nest's community members and will not affect members on The Bump or The Knot.
Friday Poll
Randomness...
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet?
Item you want to buy for your house?
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned?
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)?
What's for dinner tonight?
Re: Friday Poll
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? Yep, on January 1st. DH was working all day and I was bored.
Item you want to buy for your house? I really want a few new pieces for our coffee cable like candle tray, some new candles, etc.
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? At home right before Christmas...professionally right before our wedding in June.
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? I have 2...my scarf from H&M and my bum mittens from Urban Outfitters.
What's for dinner tonight? No idea...hopefully some delivery
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? YES!
Item you want to buy for your house? New crown moulding
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? IDK, but I cleaned my ring in solution a week ago myself
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? missoni scarves- love them! Or the boots I bought this year
What's for dinner tonight?miso glazed black cod, bok choy, water..stupid eating clean
Randomness...
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? Yes, they came down and were packed away last weekend.
Item you want to buy for your house? Cabinets and flooring so we can move forward with finishing our basement.
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? Not since my wedding (April), but I do clean them at home almost every day.
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? I have a few scarfs that I love and if it's really cold, I love my ear muffs!
What's for dinner tonight? sloppy joes (request from my 7 year old stepdaughter)
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? Sadly, yes:( Chrismas is officially over and I cashed in on the last day of new year's weekend to get it done.
Item you want to buy for your house? New windows (yay - window dude came today to measure!!!), sectional sofa, a pottery barn shelving system thingy, and window scarves. I am sure I could shop for much more too!
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? Maybe 2 months ago to make them shiny for the wedding
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? My big hunker green pashmina - that thing is super warm
What's for dinner tonight? "I feel like chicken tonight, like chicken tonight, like chicken tonight" - actually it would be shake and bake chicken, but I like singing the song anyway...
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? We didn't put any up this year. We had NO holiday spirit. So nothing to take down.
Item you want to buy for your house? I want to buy a HOUSE! I want a new bed, we NEED a new couch and I want a wine fridge.
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? December
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? My scarfs!
What's for dinner tonight? Nooo idea. Maybe the leftover spaghetti I made yesterday?
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? Yes, last week
Item you want to buy for your house? A tv stand...actually, the one I want is a buffet that matches our DR set but we'll use it as a stand for the wall mounted tv to hide all the redic cords!
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? Oh man....I guess it was last year when I had them soldered together in Jan/Feb.
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? I don't think I have one
What's for dinner tonight? If we make it out to celebrate our anniversary, prob Cheesecake Factory...if not, prob something delivered.
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? Yup, last weekend, except some random penguin stuff thats not really christmas-y just winter-y so I leave it up until about February. Mostly towels and bathroom stuff lol.
Item you want to buy for your house? hmmm I'd like to have a house hehe. But probably another dresser, we're sharing one right now and it kinda sucks
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? Never (I'm bad I know)
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? not sure, I don't wear them much
What's for dinner tonight? hmmm, whatever I feel up to eating, maybe chicken noodle soup
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? Sadly ours came down the day after Christmas so we could move.
Item you want to buy for your house? Pictures/art for the walls in our bedroom.
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? The week before Christmas.
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? My new wool coat! It's sooo warm.
What's for dinner tonight? I'm thinking spaghetti tonight.
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? YES! I took down everything except the tree on NYE and DH took it down on NY's Day...
Item you want to buy for your house? I have REALLY been dying for a hot tub ($$$$) and a new comforter ($$)
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? Early December when I took them in for inspection
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? DH and I are both fans of "floppy-eared hats"
What's for dinner tonight? Good question. DH has the flu, so I might be nice and make soup or something!
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? - Yes on Dec. 26th!
Item you want to buy for your house? - Granite countertops
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? - About a month ago.
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? - my new North Face jacket. It's so warm!
What's for dinner tonight? - Dinner with girls from h.s. I'm only going because one of my friends needs for me to hold her hand. One of the girls going to dinner was mean to her all through school. For God's sake we are 40 years old!
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? Yeppers.
Item you want to buy for your house? does buying a house count?
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? 2 weeks ago. needs it again though.
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? does flip flops count?
no, my new coach coat my folks got me for christmas!
What's for dinner tonight? no clue yet.
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? Yup. On Sunday. Thank god.
Item you want to buy for your house? Well, we just put down the deposit for our pool and we're breaking ground in late March or early April so I think my next home purchase will be really nice lounge chairs.
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? I clean it myself all the time, but professionally was just before our wedding in June.
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? I agree with Dex - I love my Missoni scarf. And my soia & kyo coat.
What's for dinner tonight? i think we are going to stoney river with some friends so a filet and mashed sweet potatoes. i'm really looking forward to it. i've hardly eaten anything all week due to this stupid respiratory infection.
Yesss...something to pass the time! lol
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? Yep! The day after Xmas. I was glad it was over.
Item you want to buy for your house? We're in the process of updating the kitchen so a new countertop & backsplash is what I want.
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? December. Speaking of which, I should get them soldered together soon.
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? scarf
What's for dinner tonight? Chicken, peas and smashed potatoes.
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet?
Yes, house is for sale, needed to clean it up.
Item you want to buy for your house?
Um, I want to buy a house..does that count?
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned?
professionaly? never, by me..a week ago.
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)?
HATS!!!
What's for dinner tonight?
Dunno...i'm traveling to MA so whatever I find on the road.
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet?
Yes, last Sunday
Item you want to buy for your house?
Nothing really until we move in the next few months
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned?
before I got married
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)?
fur earmuffs
What's for dinner tonight?
it's Friday: pizza of course!
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet?
Yes, the day after christmas.
Item you want to buy for your house?
I am sure the next purchase we make will be baby room related.
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned?
I have never had them professionally cleaned. But I have a cleaner thing I put them in at least once a month.
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)?
Scarf.
What's for dinner tonight?
Not a clue. Although I really want some chinese.
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? Everything except the outdoor lights a the wreath
Item you want to buy for your house? a new bed, that's not really for the house, but we rent and I don't want to put too much money into a house we'll hopefully be moving out of in the next year
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? LOL I don't know a month ago? They need it bad
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? My hat, it's got fleece lined ear flaps....so nice
What's for dinner tonight? we have a bunch of different leftovers that need to get eaten
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? Cashmere in any and every form. And when it gets really cold, my Montcler ski jacket.
What's for dinner tonight? We're going to Gotham Bar & Grill with our NYC fam. It is delicious and I am going to spoil myself. Grilled Magret Duck? Yes please.
I survived the RoLex wedding and all I got was this lousy husband.
One&Only Palmilla - Los Cabos, Mexico
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? Never put them up.
Item you want to buy for your house? a door for the office...right now it doesn't latch and I have to barricade the door in order to keep dumb, dumber, and dumbest out (my cats).
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? Never.
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? No faves
What's for dinner tonight? Out to eat with mom and aunt...not sure yet.
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? Didn't have any up this year - we were scrooges!
Item you want to buy for your house? We are closing on our first house the end of the month, so I pretty much want to buy everything - already ordered the appliances, next on the list is blinds and then new furniture.
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? Professionally? Never. But I do it myself about once a week.
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? I love scarfs - they're so cozy!
What's for dinner tonight? Not sure yet.
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? No...well I really don't know since I'm not at home, but I don't think DH has.
Item you want to buy for your house? Frames for pictures.
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? At the end of October, just before we left to get married.
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? A pashmina I use as scarf.
What's for dinner tonight? Don't know yet.
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? Yes, took everything down on Dec.30.
Item you want to buy for your house? New windows for all 3 bedrooms.
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? Professionally 1.... year ago - At Home.....last week.
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? Hat(s).
What's for dinner tonight? Homemade burgers (barbequed) topped with homemade guacamole......mmmmm.
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? Didn't put any decos up this year. Did finally put away the wrapping supplies earlier this week.
Item you want to buy for your house? A house! Just a few more months of saving
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? I clean them at home about once a week. Had them cleaned at the jewelers right before our wedding.
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? I'm a scarf lover
What's for dinner tonight? Probably Papa John's pizza and breadsticks - yummy. Or we may end up at our fave Mexican place if we feel like braving the negative temps and wind.
Item you want to buy for your house? Hrm... nothing really. I just want my garage door opener fixed.
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? A few weeks ago. I have a kit.
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? Um... none? I hate cold weather now! I love that it's in the high 70s and sunny here pretty much year round including today!
What's for dinner tonight? That will depend on my Dr. appointment today. We might go out to Outback but I want to wait until I can for sure drink.
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? Yes, all except the outside lights, which is a little funny. Last night, I came home from the gym and they were on and I didn't understand why DH would turn them on. It took me a minute to realize they were for light while he was shoveling snow.
Item you want to buy for your house? An addition (attached garage w/ second floor living space)!
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? A month or so ago with the cleaner I have at home.
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? Cashmere scarf and gloves DH got me for Christmas.
What's for dinner tonight? DH is grilling steaks in this freezing cold weather.
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? Yep, they came down the day after New Years
Item you want to buy for your house? I desperately want new furniture...new bedroom furniture in particular. We currently don't own any bedroom furniture other than a matress. I would also love a new living room set. I've had the same couch since my early college years and it has definitely seen better days.
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? I've never had it professionally cleaned, but will right before the wedding. I clean it at home about once a month.
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? My gorgeous new wool scarf from Nordstrom....and my polartec Athleta hat.
What's for dinner tonight? General Tso's chicken and fried rice. *tummy grumble*
{Blog: Adventures of AlaskanAlison}
Randomness...
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? Most of them. Our outside lights are still up, but I'm waiting until the snow is gone to take them down. Also, our dead tree is in the living room. It's ready to go out, but we drag it to the woods behind our house...so again waiting on the snow to die down.
Item you want to buy for your house? Oh dear, where to start! I guess the top priority would be a new deck.
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedding rings cleaned? A while
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? Coach boots
What's for dinner tonight? Well, hubby has a work dinner so I'm on my own. I'll probably make my specialty...cereal!
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? Nope. We'll see if we get to it this weekend, but I don't really care to.
Item you want to buy for your house? I can't think of anything...it's pretty awesome the way it is. Maybe a magic cleaning elf, so I don't have to do it?
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedd ing rings cleaned? Good question. Paul freaks out when I walk into random jewelers and ask them to do it. He's convinced one of them is going to steal his grandmother's diamond in the 15 seconds they have it...
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? It's not much of an accessory, but I REALLY love my coat I bought! It's bright yellow and makes the winter a little better
What's for dinner tonight? Frozen pizza. Yep. We're awesome.
Have you taken down your holiday/Christmas decorations yet? Nope. I normally take them down on New Years Day, but I just didn't have the energy this year!
Item you want to buy for your house? I want a new duvet cover for our bedroom, an art piece to hang above the bed, a dining room set, and a new floor in the kitchen.
When was the last time you had your engagement/wedd ing rings cleaned? Beginning of December I think. I really need to get them redipped and soldered together, but I don't want to be w/o them for so long! They should give you a loaner ring for that!
Favorite cold weather accessory item you own (i.e. hat, scarf)? Hmm, maybe my maternity jacket? It fits me and it keeps me nice and warm.
What's for dinner tonight? Pizza delivery. Yum.