my afro

my friend Mara did my hair a few weeks ago for a disco charity event. the event was for the circle of friends/kidspace museum i help raise money for.  i used to go there and take art classes when i was a kid and now i take ruby there.  how amazing is this afro? you rock Mara!

summer salad

watermelon squares

chunks of goat cheese

red onion cut into thin slices

torn mint leaves

mix it all together gently and it's as easy as that.  serve in a big bowl with salad tongs.

we were visiting family in sydney australia this past week and my cousin jane whipped this together on a scorching hot day and it was so refreshing, it hit the spot. i know it sounds like a quirky mix of ingredients but i promise it works. 

slumdog millionaire

i'm a bit late on seeing this (due to a 4 month old) but if you haven't seen it go, it's amazing.

dead man's bones

tim recently worked on an amazing record for a band called "dead man's bones" and the whole project has been an artistic collaboration with true artists.  he made a comment one night that he "was so happy to go to work every day because he was working with such inspiring and creative guys".  isn't that what you hope and pray for in a project, i know i do.  the record is fantastic and i'm not just saying that.  it's creative, emotional, fun and i hate to say it but it's catchy.  they recorded a kids choir (silverlake conservatory of music) for a few of the songs and i don't know if anyone realized what an amazing experience it was going to be, well i guess dmb did because they came up with the idea.  after a few weeks of working together on recording, the band threw the kids a little party/thank you/album cover shoot and video.  the kids looked incredible in all the costumes & make-up.  thanks to the band and their amazing friends and family because it was the nicest/coolest thing i've seen in a long time and such a thoughtful gesture.  the kids really enjoyed the bouncy castle, taco truck and all the sweets they provided.  plus all the parents of these kids were so nice and i think they had just as much fun hanging out with everyone or for the free baby sitting.  i would have loved to post some more pictures of the kids & band but i don't want to spoil it (you'll have to buy the album to see it).  here are a few of tim & ruby from the shoot. what a nice day...thanks to zach, rg and tron for being such great new friends and being so amazing to our family!!  ruby is one lucky baby and we adore you guys.

emma cook for topshop boots

i want these, i need them!! BUT i can't have them because they are sold out...darn it!!!!

I voted!

I know it's pathetic that i've never voted before but.... i've never been passionate about anyone running before.  I felt so patriotic this year and I had to use my right to VOTE.  What I like about the outcome of this election was the camaraderie in the US and I look forward to seeing what comes out of this change.  Voting day was fun, we got up super early, got a coffee, took ruby with us and stood in line at our local elementary school. While we were placing our votes,  a class of 3rd graders came in the caferteria and all shouted "thank you for voting".  It was the highlight of my day and it truly reminded me that by voting not only was i looking out for my daughters future but the rest of the kids in the US.  Voting rocks and it pays off to make an effort.

I'm obsessed with this recipe..it's so easy and so yummy

Panko Crusted Salmon/Halibut

Ingredients

4 teaspoons olive oil

4 pieces thickly cut, boneless salmon or halibut (each 6 oz)

Salt and Pepper to taste

2 Tbsp honey mustard

2 teaspoon fresh thyme

2/3 cup panko bread crumbs

2 Tbsp chopped italian parsley

1/2 teaspoon hungarian sweet paprika

Method

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Set the salmon/halibut on a foil lined baking sheet skin side down. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

2. In a small bowl, combine the honey mustard and 1 teaspoon of the thyme. In another bowl, mix the panko with the remaining 1 teaspoon of thyme, 4 teaspoons olive oil, parsley and paprika.  Add salt and pepper (light sprinkle).

3. Using a small spoon, spread the mustard mixture on the salmon/halibut; top with bread crumb mixture.

4. Roast the salmon/halibut for 12-14 minutes (test at 10 minutes) or until it is almost completely firm to the touch and flakes when poked with a fork. Serve at once.

Serves 4

I like it with brown or white rice and a little sweet ginger teriyaki sauce...yummy.