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1. What type of home do you currently reside in? (house, apartment, etc.)

I currently live in a lovely little townhouse!

2. If you could completely redecorate one room in your home, what room would you pick, why, and what would you do to it?

That’s a tough one! I think the room that needs it the most is the bathroom. The paint is cheap and bubbling. :(

3. What is your favourite place to gain inspiration for your home decor style?

I love Ikea, but I also love East-meets-West.

4. What is your favourite piece of decor in your home?

That’s a good question! I do love my coffee and end table. And couch.

5. What do you want visitors to feel when they visit your home? Do you think your home gives off that feeling?

Warm and welcome. I think it does, or at least I hope it does!

6. Describe your home in one word and explain why you chose that word.

Ours, because after years of saving, it’s ours and not anyone else’s!

7. What are some predominant colors or patterns in your home?

Various shades of brown, and black. We didn’t pick the wall colours, but the living room furniture is mostly black.

8. What is your favourite room in your home and why?

The living room or our bedroom. The living room because it’s big and open, and our bedroom because our bed is so amazingly comfy!

9. Do you take a hands-on or DIY approach to projects around your home or do you enlist or hire help?

We haven’t done any projects yet, but I have a feeling it’s going to be a combination of both. We’re definitely not installing our own windows!

10. Where is your favourite place to shop for home furnishings?

Home Depot or Jysk.

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1. What was the number one item on your Christmas wishlist?

I was really banking on a Tassimo coffee brewer and new slippers

2. Did you get the number one item on your Christmas wishlist?

I got them both! Kyle got me the Tassimo, and my Mom bought me slippers. Woo!

3. How long has it been since you’ve had a pedicure?

I’ve never had one actually. Shame! I have this thing with feet; I just don’t think I could handle some stranger touching them.

4. How cold is it in your city today?

It was a balmy 5°C (41°F) today! The snow is pretty much all melted. Not cool!

5. How many pillows do you sleep with?

One! Why would someone need more than one pillow?

6. Can you roll your tongue?

I think so … Yep … I can!

7. Do you always buy the same mascara or do you try new ones each tube?

I’ll use the same one a couple times and then I’ll try something different. Right now I’m using Cover Girl’s Eye Effects.

8. What’s your favorite cookbook?

I rarely ever use a cookbook, but I do get recipes off the internet a lot, so I’ll say the internet :)

9. What was your first pet?

A cat. She was eaten by a coyote. The End :(

10. Do you wear jewelry on a daily basis?

I do!

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1. Do you do any volunteer work?

No, but I’ve been wanting to. I just don’t have the time in my life right now unfortunately. I’d love to volunteer at the SPCA or for Big Brother, Big Sister if I ever get the time.

2. Do you have night and/or morning ritual?

I guess my morning ritual is drinking coffee. I think I’ve become a little dependent on my caffeine to get me through the day.

3. Would you rather exercise or diet? Why?

I don’t really do either, but I suppose I’d rather exercise. There’s nothing wrong with being in shape, and I do enjoy running around without becoming short of breath!

4. If you would rather exercise, do you prefer going to a gym or working out at home?

I did love going to the gym when I had my membership. At home, Daphne kind of attacks me when I try to work out …

5. What do you think is a huge waste of time?

Scrapbooking. I could never get into it, and it’s so stinkin’ expensive for all those fancy sheets of paper, pencils, stickers, etc. It’s just not for me. (Not knocking anyone who does scrapbook!)

6. What is one way you save time?

I try to multi-task like a good housewife would. Bread in the oven for 20 minutes? Vacuum!

7. What is your current obsession?

Is it wrong if I say sugar cookies? I’ve been craving them like mad and plan on baking some today. I may have cheated a little and bought pre-made dough but no worries, I’ll add the sprinkles myself!

8. What is a current obsession you can’t wait to pass?

An obsession of mine or a general obsession people have right now? If it’s the latter, I’ll say Justin Beiber. Just wait until he’s in his 20’s. It’ll be nothing but hookers and blow. Goodbye, innocent teenaged singing sensation. Hello, Celebrity Rehab with Dr. Drew.

9. Are you currently reading a book? If so, what book? Would you recommend it?

I’ve been trying to read The Girl Who Played With Fire by Stieg Larsson for at least three months now, but haven’t had time to! I think I’m 1/3 of the way through it. I would recommend it though! The Millennium Trilogy is great thus far.

10. Since we had the 90s question last week, what’s your favourite songs from 00′s?

I had/have such a ridiculous taste in music now, I don’t think I could name one single favourite song. Sorry!