Now that summer’s almost over, its okay to eat dessert… for dinner? Here are some of my favorites and their recipes: Pink Vanilla Pocky Cake (recipe) Homemade Cannollis (recipe) Stone-Fruit Galette (recipe) Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie, Vanilla ice cream, and hot fudge Blueberry Cheesecake (recipe from Cupcakes and Cashmere) Macaroons (recipe for homemade [...]
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You’re stronger than you think you are. Mistakes teach you important lessons. Every time you make one, you’re one step closer to your goal. Perception is reality. Your instincts can be trusted. Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it. Do what you love, not what you think you’re [...]
“It is what you read when you don’t have to that determines what you will be when you can’t help it.” – Oscar Wilde A little summer reading… and some of my favorites…
You know I like my chicken fried A cold beer on a Friday night A pair of jeans that fit just right And the radio up When I think of summer, I think of warm nights spent in a backyard, garden, deck, patio, or whatever outdoor space is available. In that spirit, here are a [...]
A wise woman once told me that your 20′s are for figuring out what you want in life, while your 30′s are spent getting it and enjoying it. By 30, you should have: One old boyfriend you can imagine going back to and one who reminds you of how far you’ve come. A decent piece [...]
Let books be your dining table, And you shall be full of delights Let them be your mattress And you shall sleep restful nights. ~Author Unknown You certainly don’t need a book shelf to put them on display. On that note, I’d like to share the book I’m reading now which is making me laugh [...]
I had a nice week off from work and it was an incredible feeling to do nothing…much needed from time to time. The best scone I’ve ever tasted. (At The Ivy in Los Angeles) Oh yes we did…(Santa Monica Pier) Biking, hiking, rooftop sun-bathing, and catching up.
We’re setting off on a little road trip this weekend – San Francisco to Los Angeles via the Pacific Coast Highway. Will share pictures next week. Happy weekend! Road trip outfit… (we’re going to LA after all) Sondra Roberts Tote, Chloe Flats, H&M Blazer, Paige Denim Skinny Jeans, Calypso Sheer Blouse