A star in the making? And what does keeping it simple mean after all?by Erin McLaughlin |
I know this is a blog about living simply and living well, but executive editor Suzanne Moutis had a huge laugh at my expense the other day when she saw this awesome photo of my new puppy, taken by photographer Virginia Macdonald. I pride myself on enjoying the “simple things.” A Catahoula Leopard dog puppy wearing a pink studded collar adorned with a faux diamond pave charm is NOT, says Suzanne, “simple.” I disagree. After all, simple to me means quality. 
The idea that you will spend a little more money on something that will last for longer is a simple concept, I think. Sure my dog isn’t really a girly-girl type, and yes, the bling collar charm may be a little over the top. But surely it’s a simple thing, to take care of a dog, and put an attractive collar on her. Suzanne and I may disagree on what “keeping it simple” means, but when it comes to decor and lifestyle, everyone’s idea of what constitutes will differ. I would love to know what your idea of simple means - please add a comment to let me know
I can’t believe when I read all these blogs how similiar Erin is to my friend, Nancy and myself!! I recently entered the two of us in the Win a Trip to Ireland Contest and upon reflection, think I made us sound like not the most fun travelling companions for Erin if we win. But I really think we would be!! We would love to shop with Erin, to have a beer in an Irish pub and share stories about our dogs!! I know I can’t enter the contest again, but I didn’t know how to reach Erin personally. I absolutely GUARANTEE her a good time if we win the trip!! (and yes, this is blatant brown-nosing but the contest did NOT say you couldn’t butter up the editor!)