When I began blogging late one night last January my heart raced. I had no idea where I was going. I just knew I had to begin the journey. That is one thing I believe we share, the excitement of creation in our own journalistic world. People often express quite eloquently what blogging has meant to them and I easily follow the template laid before me. Perhaps because I am trying to find a new place in my life… [Read More]
I am always appreciative that someone would think enough of me and my blog to pass along a special recognition so I’d like to thank LPC at her Privilege blog for tagging me with this award. Apparently, I should also thank Sugar Daddy Ken for bringing us together. I have recently become acquainted with this intelligent woman’s writings who is a fellow empty nester and who surprisingly is on the same time zone as I. For a slice of the… [Read More]
Do I need one? Not really. But I am thinking about it. I am. This is totally new territory for me and I would like to know if you have one and what you feel are the pros and cons. I have always loved the sensory experience of cracking open a new book, the smell, the feel ~ everything.So you might wonder what is appealing to me about Kindle?I’m surprised to say many things are piquing my interest. Did you… [Read More]
Headed to South Coast Plaza today to visit the Henri Bendel store. Just window shopping. Really. I am weakening… fast. Good luck today on this Friday the 13th! SHARE THIS POST:
Love this time of year when philosophy jingles it’s way into the holiday season with new scents. Here’s a couple in the lineup and some seasonal favorites. We Wish You A Berry Christmas $18.24 QVC exclusive until Dec. at an intro price Pink Frosted Angel Wings $30 Philosophy’s shimmer lotions are truly lovely to wear. Find it at philosophy.com (above link). I looked at Sephora and Nordstrom last night and they did not have it. Holiday Cookbook $35 Take the… [Read More]
Thank you,for a life disrupted to keep us safe. WWIIAunt Mildred – WAC nurse – EuropeAunt Kathryn – WAV nurse – EuropeUncle Weegar – Army – EuropeUncle Royce – Air Force – EuropeUncle Alex – Navy – EuropeUncle Dick – Air Force – South Pacific & EuropeUncle Bill – ArmyUncle Carm – Army – Europe & Saudi ArabiaDad Art – Air Force – StatesideUncle Jack – NavyPapa Hal – Air Force – EuropeMom Jeana – USO – Los AngelesAunt Lorraine… [Read More]
When did the classic subtleties of this… morph into this… to ultimately become this… An 8 croc orgy of highly ostentatious style and taste. Yours, for a feeding frenzy on the wallet at $165.Criky! SHARE THIS POST:
Please find a good home for her so I don’t have to. I am weakening… fast. Westbury Drawstring Opus $395 $199 ($5 shipping) SHARE THIS POST:
Totable Tumblers are here! Tervis Tumblers (my fav glass du jour, filled to the brim with ice every du jour) has been paired up with Scout totes. The insulated tumblers are pink patterned on the outside and green patterned on the inside. If you click on to the site you’ll be able to see a close up that I wasn’t able to upload. Now the only question is… Large Tumbler Tote ($75)or Small Tumbler Tote($35) Love them both! SHARE THIS… [Read More]
“Kate is out there, and I’m lovin’ it!” Gold Coast MaryAnn Why?Because I live on the Gold Coast of CA (well, inland a little, but just a tad) and I have a niece named Marianne. Pink Sparkly Shoes Why?Puhleese. An obvious trick question! Single Ball Earrings Why?Time Square’s got nothing on these babies!Happy New Year! Disco Fever Link Bracelet Why? A sparkly cuff. My true love.I cannot, should not, will not resist! What things do you have that make you… [Read More]
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Carlo’s Bakery Cannolis and Lobster Tail Pastries
My Green Flash List
Pretty Pink Petal Cake – A Wilton Cake Decorating Technique
The Espresso Martini
Decorated Wedding Cookies – Part 2
Bat Cookies! with Steamed, Rolled Fondant
Wilton’s Twist Quick Coupler Set – A Review
