Author Archives: Krista Salmon

10.09.12

I am a Princess. Long May I Reign.

I have never been a fan of the “Princess” phase that little girls go through.  I would cringe when you asked one of them what they wanted to be when they grow up and they would reply “a Princess.”  I wanted them to see past the glitter and tulle.  I wanted them to not rely on a Prince to always save the day.  I wanted them to aspire to be more than just another beautiful face.   So,  when I saw this commercial on the Disney Channel the other day, I’ll admit… it made me tear up just a little.  It was powerful.  Maybe I’m a sucker.  Check it out for yourself.
What a great message for little girls;
 Be who you are.
It’s okay to be different.
Be brave.
It’s okay to be scared.
Be brave even when you are scared.
Be loyal.
Trust.
Be kind.
Be generous.
Be kind even when others are not so generous.
Stand up yourself.
 Stand up for others.
Stand with others.

Be compassionate.
Kindness is power.
Family is the tightest bond of all.
You are beautiful.
You are strong.
Always keep your promises.
 Somehow, I feel a tinsy bit better about the small fortune I have invested in the Disney Princess franchise.  Hell, I am a Princess too!  Anybody with me?

10.03.12

Charles Edwards Lighting.

I have been on the hunt for the perfect pair of sconces.  Although they don’t have what I am looking for,  I keep coming back to Charles Edwards’ lighting.  I ain’t kidding— he makes some real stunners.  Check it out for yourself.

10.02.12

Family Circle.

Last Summer, I was so shocked to get a call from Family Circle Magazine that they wanted to feature our kitchen for the November issue. Well, it’s out now people, and here are the results….
I had no idea of how much time and effort went into every little shot.  This was a 9:00-5:30 day, people…  And we were a- hustlin’!  It was an honor to work with the entire team at Family Circle.  I learned so much.  What a fun day we had!
See the before picture here.  Get your copy in stores now!
Photos by David A. Land