Like most women my *ahem* age, you probably joined me at 3 AM pacific time to watch the royal wedding of Diana and Charles. I wanted to see that dress, the jewels, the flowers… everything! I have to say I’m just as enamored with William and Kate as I was with his parents. Already there has been much speculation on her wedding dress designer. One of Kate’s favorite designers is Brazilian-born Daniella Issa Helayel whose Issa line is based in… [Read More]
When I saw these cute mini martini glasses I had to have them! Inspired by their size I thought they would be perfect for the Mexican Shrimp Cocktail Appetizer I made this past weekend for a get together with very special friends. The recipe is easy and so good with chunks of avocado mixed with the shrimp and savory spicy flavors in every bite. It starts out with cooked peeled and deveined shrimp.I roasted mine tossed with EVOO, salt and… [Read More]
I thought I would have more time to post on a couple things I’ve got going on but I can’t even spare the time to go see Ina Garten today who is in town for her book signing! Forgive me lovely lady.Posts coming up will focus on pumpkin creme brulee, an easy appetizer with puff pastry and Mexican shrimp cocktail in the cutest mini-martini glass I picked up. It’s all about holiday entertaining this weekend. So I’m off to the… [Read More]
I love my winding staircase and I particularly love it all lit up and decorated for the holidays but it always seems to be a scramble to get it up right after Thanksgiving so we have more time to enjoy it. With both boys making a limited appearance for T-day before they return to school, I rather be enjoying our time together instead of fussing with decorations especially in the other room.Thanks to a friend I saw at the high… [Read More]
Lunch in Laguna Beach overlooking the ocean. 90 degree off shore Santa Ana winds.A chilled Chardonnay.A friendship of 34 years.Losing 5 pounds.Playing hooky.Toasting the future and a new chapter in familiar surroundings.Celebrating. I hope you find something extraordinary to celebrate today too, friends! SHARE THIS POST:
My mother is turning over in her grave this morning.Jerry Brown is Governor once again. For the third time actually. My mom being Catholic believed the Jesuits would never kick anyone out of the order but she believed they kicked out Jerry Brown. I can’t understand his victory but as my wise friend said, the people that put him in office weren’t born when he was Governor or they don’t remember. And Barbara ‘Don’t Call Me Ma’am’ Boxer is an… [Read More]
I’m waiting for these. Lit Mercury Glass Globes ~ According to the PB sales associates at my local store they weren’t even aware these gorgeous globes were being offered this season until I happily educated them. What a pity since I took this to mean they probably won’t be displayed as part of the season’s change out. Curious, I returned last week knowing the display elves had completed their holiday magic and they were no where to be found. The… [Read More]
“Cheering For A Cause“ 136 former NFL cheerleaders got together to do a dance routine to benefit “Susan G. Komen for the Cure” for breast cancer. Each time someone views the video, United Healthcare will make a $.10 donation to the Komen organization. Their goal is to get a million hits, which will lead to $100K raised. As of this post there has been 589,860 views. Please can you take a moment to watch the video – and, just… [Read More]
“You’ve Been BOOed by the Spirits of Jack Daniels and Jose Cuervo!!” Pumpkins, ‘Trick or Treat’ and Halloweens past, Remember, ‘You’ve Been BOOed!’ Which time was the last? The kids are gone and out on their own, Once were costumed cuties but now have college loans. The fright of climbing tuition costs always on the rise, They think we’re made of out money but that’s not our Halloween disguise! Halloween isn’t the same for us and this we know is… [Read More]
Happy, happy! Joy, Joy! I spent the entire evening visiting with Ina and Jeffrey (we’re old friends as I have every one of her books, well, I mean I spent the entire evening reading her new book). barefoot contessa~ how easy is that? is true to what Ina does best and why we love her- full beautiful photos, laughing with friends, Jeffrey peppered among the pages and doable recipes for any ability. She invites us to pull up a chair… [Read More]
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