…in order to form a more perfect 4th of July party…” I love the 4th of July with all the anticipation of a beautiful evening.I begin to plan for it now since school ends the third week of June and by then it is too late for me to plan a lavish celebration. This year I will be up north for a wedding but I am still decorating in my mind and will use many of these items for son2’s… [Read More]
I saw this beauty yesterday in the LV store. It was calling my name – in French even!It was iridescent like the vinyl of a vintage car’s back seat just pleading with me to hop in and be bad. For close to $900 I couldn’t be that bad even for a bag. Ever. I found this knock off for $239 and although I know it doesn’t have that hypnotic allure of the real LV, I’d be happy to take her… [Read More]
I’m sure you’ve heard about the NY Times columnist who is accused of plagiarism from picking up a quote from a blogger. This comes on the same day I found someone using a photo of mine taken from my blog. It is okay with me because the photo is insignificant but it took me quite by surprise. It got me to wondering though- should the creative writings and original photographs of bloggers be protected or is everything up for grabs… [Read More]
Off to a bridal shower this weekend! Wonder what could be inside….. I do like to give wrappings an unexpected stir! “Stir It Up” – Bob Marley
Today was a day for a few firsts. In Laguna, it was the first time I had been there for lunch as I prefer going there for dinner to watch the sunset. It was the first time I had been to K’ya on top of the Casa de Camino hotel. It was the first time I have had a Salade Nicoise. It was the first time I had seen or tasted caper berries that were on stems and as big… [Read More]
I had a lovely day with Lady Kate. Lady Kate was my room mate in college in the sorority house. She was, and still is, a morning person and I was…uh…not. She would throw open the curtains in the morning and chirp, “Good Morning”. I hated that. I talked on the phone until late at night and would pull the cord into the hallway to try to be quiet but I wasn’t too successful. She hated that. We never quarreled… [Read More]
To walk in the sparkling sand…Juicy Couture For watching the sunset with a tequila sunrise.Donald J. Pliner Stephen Bonanno or Jack Rodgers gone glitz? One could only wish but these are Stuart Weitzman. All will look lovely this summer on PCH and Forest Avewalking to the Pageant of The Masters. You must come visit!
Variation from C&H Sugar. A true classic. Doesn’t get any better or easier than this ~In a mixing bowl combine 1 lb. powdered sugar 1/4 tsp. (table) salt 1/4 cup milk 1 tsp. vanilla 1/3 cup (2/3 stick) softened butter Beat with a mixer until smooth. Scrape bowl and beater often.Hold back on some of the milk to check consistency.Double batch makes a little over a quart.
I think technology can definitely be a double edged sword. No new idea here. Since finding the blogging world in January I have reset my priorities. I get up earlier and spend the first few hours catching up on my east coast blogging sisters until I decide I better get into the shower and get on with my day. I am thankful I have a new and exciting creative outlet and have connected to other women all over the world… [Read More]
I have no idea why I am regressing to my childhood this week.Perhaps I am feeling insecure starting a new diet that I know will be challenging for me. I just wish I could wiggle my nose…. Thursday night was my favorite TV night because Bewitched was on. I always thought if I could be like Samantha I could get Tony Tumasone to love me, my homework would be magically done and I’d have straight hair. That was all I… [Read More]
Pretty Pink Petal Cake – A Wilton Cake Decorating Technique
Make-Ahead Frozen Buttercream Cake Decorations
Bridal Shower Gifts and Wrapping Ideas
Carlo’s Bakery Cannolis and Lobster Tail Pastries
Gift Basket Ideas For A Silent Auction
Beverage Brunch Bunny Ice Cubes
A Holiday Cocktail ~ Carrot Cake Martinis
“Be Still My (Meringue) Heart” Cookies
