I should have known better. I heard the Ouija Board Face Book Edition was a portal to the past and things unworldly. I heard the stories of people mischievously conjuring up old boyfriends and the like. I just couldn’t leave well enough alone, could I? As the bewitching spell of current technology swept over me one night putting me into a zombie-like trance, I registered my name. That’s when it happened. I opened the electronic portal to my past. Since… [Read More]
“Does this blue and gold make my back field in motion look big?This is a collegiate cupcake post with a fashion dilemma. In a few weeks we’re going to the LA Coliseum for the USC vs. Cal game. And I don’t know what to wear. My fashion dilemma goes much deeper than knowing I don’t look good in gold which is one of the colors for both Cal and USC. In fact, the color is so unflattering to my face… [Read More]
Before I take off for the college drop off I wanted to share some articles from the‘college’ section of The Huffington Poston studying tips and getting enough sleep that could benefit all students of any age. You’ll find the college tab on the blue header. It’s easy to find. The college section lists college trends, campus news, NCAA sports, articles by psychologists, professors, lecturers, economists and college students. As you can see from the article links below, my area of… [Read More]
As my college boy packs for his sophomore year it feels like autumn.The metaphor is not lost.Another takes to the wind dancing like a vibrant leaf leaving branches bare. I am ready to invite autumn in. I’ll welcome it with a fragrant invitation though the essence of pumpkins and the soft glow of candle light. I’ll treat myself to an appetizer of autumn crispness in a tart apple dipped in caramel sprinkled with cinnamon sugar. I’ll feel the softness of… [Read More]
Marianne’s photographer was also her friend and completely captured the twinkle in her eye and her playful personality. Her pictures are so beautiful and need no introduction or commentary, mine, on the other hand, need all the help they can get as you’ll be able to see at the bottom of this post. :)Beautiful photos by Brittany Dow Photography Now my photos. Brittany has no worries. These are mostly for family but I thought I’d share… “The bride and groom’s… [Read More]
Another decorative task I was thrilled to be asked to be involved with was to bring in the nautical theme to the cake table. My niece being the resourceful person she is ordered cupcakes from Costco and to be very honest (and my niece knows this so no big revelation after the fact) the thought of cupcakes from Costco for her wedding didn’t exactly float my boat since I am a baking snob but I do own up to it…. [Read More]
We’re going to NYC for the first time for our 28th wedding anniversary next month and I’d love your input of where to go and what to see!! Of course, we’ve got to see the S of L and we must pay homage to Mr. P.M’s Norwegian grandparents who came through at Ellis Island. A carriage ride in the park is on my romantic man’s agenda but is that too embarrassingly bourgeois especially with my foam crown? Other than these… [Read More]
The big day came and went this weekend for my niece’s wedding and it was a wonderful day.My gift to her was making 160 decorated cookies with her nautical theme utilizing the affectionate term ‘soul mateys’. I modified my original design of stenciling ‘soul mateys’ on the cookie and decided on two cute hearts incorporating the ‘soul mateys’ on a tag instead.For the last two weeks and as far as the eye could see, my horizon has been filled with… [Read More]
I didn’t watch the Emmys.But I read today that Jon Hamm’s fly was down for the entire opening number. Dang! I missed the best Emmys ever! SHARE THIS POST:
Congratulations to “Twist of Lime” whose entry number was chosen by random.org.You are the winner of the Queen Bea Studio bag!Thank you for all your entries and although your entry might not have been chosen, if you order anything from Queen Bea Studio, your shipping will be free if you mention “Pink Martinis and Pearls.” And a big thank you to Kim of Queen Bea Studio for her generosity for this give-away. Now back to cookie decorating! I’ll post… [Read More]
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Wilton’s Sea Life Fondant and Gum Paste Mold– Part 1
Carlo’s Bakery Cannolis and Lobster Tail Pastries
Pretty Pink Petal Cake – A Wilton Cake Decorating Technique
Meringue Cookie Heart Pops
“Naughty” Gingerbread Men
Colonial Williamsburg Sweet Potato Muffins
