I have watched bits and pieces of the movie, Steel Magnolias repeatedly and though I have learned of many (perhaps fictional) traditions from this serving of homemade Southern culture, what has always charmed me is the concept of an old fashion backyard wedding. I can’t think of anything more darling and intimate for the guests – for ... read more
Two years ago, I found myself starring in my kitchen cupboard at a set of darling, but ineffectual Jonathan Adler bud vases that I purchased on super duper, ‘are my eyes deceiving me’ sale. Because these were so adorable and bound to be useful, I bought 2 sets – I foresaw a trail of them as a dining table centerpiece or a tight arrangement on the ... read more
Last week my blogging schedule had gone to the dogs due to the introduction of the new puppy, Pancake. Although I managed to get 3 blogs posted the 1st week he was home, this past one I could barely catch a break from refereeing the constant melees between the 2 bullies, cleaning up an assortment of digestive activities and repetitive ... read more
This post will not be relevant nor informative because I've got this puppy situation which consumes all my blogging time and well, it's my birthday and I believe no one should work on this sacred day. xxoo. ps. his name is (buttermilk) pancake. ... read more
I am just mad for decorative tape, although I never felt justified in purchasing a roll of the novelty versions I had seen in stores – if I am exerting the effort to post a package, I am certainly not spending addition time and creative energy in lavishly decorating the mailing box – that dedication is allocated to the gift. At least that was my ... read more
This may come as a surprise to some and disbelief to others, but I detest shopping. I don’t dislike owning and amassing things (obvi), but I really loathe the act of the acquisition. At the top of this (non) shopping list is makeup. I will pull tear sheets from gazillions of beauty magazines, keep meticulous and dated notes on the latest & ... read more
