Monthly Archives: April 2011
Fishy Friday al Fresco
I am fascinated with our neighborhood butcher. It has always been a place of wonder for me long before I even stepped in the place. On my first visit, I was greeted with a sample of chorizo queso (“Not from that … Continue reading
Orange, Yellow, Blue
Does this color combo make anyone else happy/ready for s.u.m.m.e.r?! blazer by Jones New York, chiffon dress from Francesca’s, pin by tasha.
Cookies for a Cowboy
Last week I made cookies for my father-in-law’s birthday. He’s the country-music lovin’, cowboy hat wearin’, cookie-lovin’ type, so Cowboy Cookies seemed just right for him. Happy Birthday, Ron! (sorry, no pic of the final product– they got mailed off/gobbled … Continue reading
Joyful, joyful
Happy Easter! freshly planted periwinkles and sweet potato vine with a garden cross from Samplehouse Easter lily with card made of cardstock, rubberstamp, and kebob-skewar headband by tasha from Nordstrom Rack beaters (pre-licked) from my mom’s Coconut Cake
Earthy Buzz
Happy Earth Day! I celebrated by taking my travel mug to Starbucks for a *free* iced coffee. Then, went home to enjoy it on the patio with our dog. I paused for just a few quiet moments to appreciate the … Continue reading
Season of Love
It’s that time of year– our fridge is filling up with save-the-dates and wedding invites! I’ve had several friends ask recently about the vendors we used at our wedding. Here’s all the details… On July 11, 2009 I married the … Continue reading
Dry Run
Today is my mom’s birthday! So, I kidnapped her and we went to Dallas for an afternoon treat at The Dry Bar. It’s not an actual bar (although cocktails were involved). It’s a blow dry bar. I love their concept: … Continue reading
Aspara-guys
My sister and I alternate roles. Sometimes I’m chef, and she’s sous-chef. Sometimes our mom is chef, and we her sous-chefs. But usually my sister is the chef, and everyone else is her sous-chef. So it was mere reflex for … Continue reading
Smoke & Mirrors
I would consider myself to be an Intermediate at makeup. I can do enough to get by and not look like a clown, but my upper-level skills are rough. But I looove makeup. So naturally “The Smokey Eye” has always been a favorite. … Continue reading
Ain’t gonna let you go
Loving this Sade song remixed by Jay Z. A smooth way to sail on into the weekend.
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