A Little Slice of America

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Patriotic Porches

Americana and primitive decor has never really been my style but I absolutely LOVE decorating for the 4th of July.

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Patriotic Weddings

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Virtual Weekly Wardrobe

Jolly Ole England by tiki. featuring Chanel bags

Summer Splash by So Yesterday featuring Soul Cal shorts

4th of July by ☮sototallybored☮ featuring Seven For All Mankind shorts

Sem título by Da Vera. featuring Lanvin outerwear

December by Da Vera. featuring Marc Jacobs bags

Untitled by gita016 featuring Obey bags

Happy 4th Of July by ☮C♥wgirl7☮ featuring Old Navy t shirts

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4th of July Taco Salad

Here's a cute way to present taco salad for your 4th of July potluck next weekend.

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Ingredients:

* 1 pound ground beef
* 1 medium onion, chopped
* 1-1/2 cups water
* 1 can (6 ounces) tomato paste
* 1 envelope taco seasoning
* 6 cups tortilla or corn chips
* 4 to 5 cups shredded lettuce
* 9 to 10 pitted large olives, sliced lengthwise
* 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
* 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved


Directions:

In a large skillet, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the water, tomato paste and taco seasoning. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes.
Place chips in an ungreased 13-in. x 9-in. dish. Spread beef mixture evenly over the top. Cover with lettuce. For each star, arrange five olive slices together in the upper left corner. To form stripes, add cheese and tomatoes in alternating rows. Serve immediately.

{Friday Flickr Favorites}Misunderstood....Intentions Good

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1. No.83, 2. A Classic, 3. Chucks, 4. Happy St. Patricks Day!, 5. Vintage Hard-Sided Suitcase .. Buttery Yellow with Sage Green Stripes, 6. tutu-rose, 7. Untitled, 8. happiness is... English breakfast tea in my favorite teacup, 9. Thank you for your interest and bids!

For Those About to Rock

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Patriotic Presents

American Eagle earrings by Serrelynda

Set of Ticking Potholders by PiecesOfOlde

Pearl Cluster earrings by MelissaAnneParker

Patriotic Zipper Brooch by zippinning

Red, white, & blue striped vintage dress by TheLovelyOwl

Grain sack pillow by Sassycatcreations

Sterling silver flag ring by Braverelics

Dear Sunroom / Screen Porch:

Oh how I love thee! I almost broke up with my front porch for you but I just couldn't bring myself to do it, as he was my first love. However, you will always hold a special place in my heart. Stay gorgeous!