http://disqus.com/people/laurie_matthews/enFri, 30 Jan 2009 08:52:53 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/how_will_you_make_your_weekend_sensual/#comment-5693490Take a hot bath, wrap up on the couch with my cashmere blanket, eat wonderful food with my friends, dream.laurie_matthewsFri, 30 Jan 2009 08:52:53 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/your_dream_home_where_is_it_and_why/#comment-5649548A modern style home using warm natural materials that is full of color and light and located on Martha's Vineyard or the Massachusetts shore. Not too large, but ample enough to comfortably host groups of friends. A main home and a linked guest house. Both homes would be environmentally sensitive and rely on alternative energy sources.laurie_matthewsThu, 29 Jan 2009 11:07:48 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/what_is_your_favorite_meal_of_the_day_and_how_will_you_enjoy_it_today/#comment-5616963I love breakfast too! Today I'll mix up one of my spinach-blueberry smoothies. I know it sounds gross, but it's really good. I usually complement it with whole wheat toast. There's nothing better than the smell of toast in the morning.laurie_matthewsWed, 28 Jan 2009 10:11:15 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/taking_risks_when_it_comes_to_love_is_it_always_worth_it/#comment-5582070It is... but I feel I always have to keep reminding myself of that. It's time I took that risk for love again!laurie_matthewsTue, 27 Jan 2009 11:50:51 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/the_best_meal_you_ever_ate_was8230/#comment-5442314There are just too many to choose from. Brunch is my favorite meal and I love enjoying it eating out. My favorites are Simpatica in Portland, Oregon and Paramount in Boston. My favorite meals are those that stem from cooking with friends... Thanksgiving at Dant on the bank of the Deschuttes River, lobster at Amy's summer home on the Massachusetts shore, Garrett's burgers from Memorial Day weekends on the Vineyard.laurie_matthewsWed, 21 Jan 2009 15:49:08 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/how_will_you_love_yourself_today/#comment-5403837I'm making a commitment to put myself first. I've been inspired by Oprah's story in the January issue of her magazine because it so closely resembles my last 18 months. I put myself first in 2007 and was never stronger or fitter. Then I moved and I've constantly put other things ahead of my health and happiness. No more!laurie_matthewsTue, 20 Jan 2009 14:38:14 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/what_activity_sets_you_free/#comment-5368535Traveling! Minus the airport/airplane portion.laurie_matthewsMon, 19 Jan 2009 13:38:09 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/what_item_of_clothing_makes_you_feel_your_sexiest/#comment-5140822anything that hugs and flows nicely over my curveslaurie_matthewsThu, 15 Jan 2009 12:00:14 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/what8217s_the_most_beautiful_part_of_winter_for_you/#comment-5115299Snow storms that cause us all to pause and play and be cozy.laurie_matthewsWed, 14 Jan 2009 12:28:39 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/how_would_you_like_to_be_cared_for/#comment-4959913with kindness, sincerity and lovely surprises (notes work great)!laurie_matthewsWed, 07 Jan 2009 09:57:24 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/if_you_could_write_one_book_what_would_it_be_about/#comment-4939662I would write a book about place - weaving together history, travel ideas, what's on top of and below the surface of the common and out of the way places that I've visited during my years as an historical landscape architect. And combine these vignettes about the places I've visited and learned from with a way for other travelers and explorers to prepare for their own adventures by offering tips I've learned from traveling and researching the history of various places.laurie_matthewsTue, 06 Jan 2009 16:52:11 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/what_is_a_completely_outrageous_thing_you_want_to_do_this_year/#comment-4938789Go to Belgium and visit friends before heading to Paris to watch the French Open.laurie_matthewsTue, 06 Jan 2009 16:04:31 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/what_will_you_create_in_2009/#comment-4834684Focus. Financial responsibility. A life rhythm that fits. A home.laurie_matthewsFri, 02 Jan 2009 15:39:36 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/what_word_describes_your_desire_for_2009/#comment-4803078Strength - strength of body, purpose and mind.laurie_matthewsWed, 31 Dec 2008 15:49:11 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/what_do_you_want_to_leave_behind_in_order_to_start_the_new_year_afresh/#comment-4785207injuries, about 20 lbs., and doubtful thoughts.laurie_matthewsTue, 30 Dec 2008 14:06:23 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/what_were_the_highlights_of_2008_for_you/#comment-4740070Hanging with the boys in LA, my trips to Boston in June and September, celebrating my best friend's 40th at her family's ranch in Montana, watching Nadal at the US Open in NYC, alternately relaxing and exploring in Mexico, and finding my favorite spa in San Francisco.laurie_matthewsTue, 30 Dec 2008 01:28:45 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/what_advice_would_you_give_to_yourself_10_years_ago/#comment-4591453Reign in the spending. Make love a priority. Continue to take advantage of every opportunity you have.laurie_matthewsTue, 23 Dec 2008 12:07:58 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/how_do_you_want_your_family_gatherings_to_feel/#comment-4571807Warm, filled with conversation, laughter, games and music. Surrounded by family and close friends. Time stands still.laurie_matthewsMon, 22 Dec 2008 11:45:24 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/what_would_you_like_to_be_a_master_of/#comment-4523411I'd like to be a master of portrait and landscape photography... with a little painting mixed in for a spark. To capture people in all their glory would be a dream.laurie_matthewsFri, 19 Dec 2008 11:58:46 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/what_would_you_like_to_change_about_the_holiday_season/#comment-4411149I want to get married and have children so I can share the holidays with my own family.laurie_matthewsMon, 15 Dec 2008 11:27:51 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/what_are_you_trying_to_achieve/#comment-4384459An independent creative existence as a photographer and writer. To live within a strong healthy body. To find love that fills up my soul.laurie_matthewsSat, 13 Dec 2008 02:38:54 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/how_do_you_want_your_neighborhood_to_feel/#comment-4302308Like my old neighborhoods in Brookline and Cambridge Mass. Where you could walk to great restaurants andpubs. Where great public transit options were right around the corner. And where there were great parks - large and small - to chill in. All located near a city with amazing cultural and sports events.laurie_matthewsTue, 09 Dec 2008 22:07:58 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/what_is_the_quirkiest_thing_in_your_home_that_you_will_never_give_away/#comment-4276485ahhh! I would love a bonafide tumbelweed! Need to head back to Nevada...Danielle LaPorteMon, 08 Dec 2008 18:39:26 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/what_is_the_quirkiest_thing_in_your_home_that_you_will_never_give_away/#comment-4252273A tumbleweed. I found it near the Oregon-Nevada border... hours away from any town. Drove it back to Portland (about 9+ hours) and then shipped it to my then home in Boston. I've now moved back to Oregon where it still resides.laurie_matthewsMon, 08 Dec 2008 12:21:59 -0000http://carriedanielle.disqus.com/how_do_you_make_yourself_open_to_others/#comment-4170126Do everything to make them feel comfortable and at ease... and LISTEN.laurie_matthewsThu, 04 Dec 2008 15:03:50 -0000