This Oklahoma weather has been so crazy, which is really by no surprise. We have freezing temps one day and then 70's the next, and throw in an earthquake to the mix. Oh what fun! Well, all of this hormonal weather is making me wish spring would just get here already. With March just around the corner, I am hopeful it will be here before we know it. So to celebrate the anticipation of spring and the upcoming weekend, I concocted this … [Read more...]
DIY Dry Erase Board
Our schedules right now are so crazy with different sports, practices, not to mention, "hey mom, can you get me this at the store?... I need things for a school project... Mail this package..." Having some kind of message board I thought might be helpful. Even if not for messages to each other, even "notes to self" to put in front of ourselves. I can't take credit for coming up with this simple DIY dry erase board, but when I saw how easy … [Read more...]
Blush Bags
If you've followed me for any bit of time, you know one of the colors I'm into for many things is nudes. This coming spring, one of the hottest colors you'll see out there is Blush. I consider it an offshoot from the nudes because it goes with just about everything and every skintone, it has that hint of pink that makes it a bit sweeter. So I call it "blush nude" As we're building our wardrobe, planning towards the next season, I think a … [Read more...]
Fruit Cubes
I can't remember the last time I used ice cube trays to make ice cubes in my freezer. Many of you reading this might have no idea what I'm talking about because, well, this just dates me and you were probably born after every refrigerator had ice makers in them. I bought these decades ago and used them for my homemade baby food (yup! I did that! Call me SuperMom!) If you don't own any, don't fret. I'm pretty sure you'll find this handy … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Kinky Pinkies
I had to have fun with this. With Valentine's Day being this weekend, I wanted to create something sweet and fun and a bit sexy.... and of course PINK. So as your mixologist, I created this Valentine's Day Pink Drink idea. So I found this fun liquor that had a blend of wonderful fruits to entice the appetite for whatever comes next {wink!} What ever you have planned for Valentine's Day, you don't want to spend lots of time at your … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Casual Ponchos
Ponchos have never been a huge thing for me but I do think they look pretty great so I thought I'd try one out. Earlier this winter I stumbled across this fabulous fur hooded poncho at Take Out Treasures in Oklahoma City. Starting out as just a jewelry and accessory store, this gem of a shop has expanded it's offerings to so many more things other than jewelry and accessories. They have a cherry picked selection of clothes, fun gifts, even a … [Read more...]
10 Dream Closets I’m Coveting
What is it about closets that "have me at HELLO" I have no idea. Is it that I just love the organization of it? That everything seems to have it's place and it seems so "perfect" (because I am a perfectionist)? Is it because it's the "home" for all of the things I find lovely that make us feel great every day, as in our wardrobe? There's something about dream closets I obsess over. And while mine might never look like any of these, a girl … [Read more...]
Settling for Average and Striving for Excellence
I was thinking recently about goals and things I'm pursuing and some thoughts that some others have shared with me and how my thinking had changed them. They said after working with me, there's no more average, there's only excellence. Wow! And I paused and said, to myself, "well, of course! I mean, how ELSE could it be? It can't be anything BUT that. Average just isn't good enough for me." I have always been a perfectionist. That … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Chocolate Russian
It's still bitter cold out and so I'm in the mood for something to warm me up. Kinda like comfort food, but in the likes of a cocktail, because after all, it IS Friday, and that means, Fuzzy Friday time. Chocolate Russian 2 oz Kahlua 1 oz vodka hot cocoa Pour Kahlua and vodka into your mug of hot cocoa. Stir and enjoy. Nothing like hot cocoa by the fire to make you feel all cozy, and a little extra … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Casual Winter Brunch
It's still winter, and it's still cold, so if you're going to a weekend brunch and then going to take on the day, some thoughts on what to wear to make a fashion statement for the morning that will carry you throughout the day. This isn't the "pearls and sweater twinset" "country-club" kinda brunch. This is the NEW brunch for 2015. I kinda felt like a "tigress" and knew I was going to take on the day with all of it's … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Edgy Casual
I was recently out and about in one of my favorite shops in Oklahoma City, CK and Company, and came across this new line they are carring, Pam and Gela. The girls who brought us Juicy Couture bring us this hip line. It was totally my style. Fun, edgy, contemporary pieces that are super casual for the way I live. I'm a mom, a boss chic of sorts, and I work from home. So when I want to feel comfy but look hip, this is a perfect go-to line for … [Read more...]
In the Kitchen: Pink Dip
You know when it's good to have some things always in the fridge or the pantry that you can count on being there so you can whip up some goodness if you need it? That's this kinda recipe. With those kinda ingredients. I tasted this at a neighbors some time ago and I nearly died it was SO good. I said WHAT IS IT? And when she told me how simple it was, my jaw dropped. So I'm passing this goodness on to you. Kinda like Grandma's old recipe? … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Super Bowl Drinks
It's that day again that we celebrate a week's worth of work and (hopefully) a few days of down time, catch up time, or whatever you want or need to do that you can't do Monday thru Friday. Because let's face it, I think most of us can agree, we live this GO GO GO life. So Fuzzy Friday it is again, but today, I'm sharing a drinky drink for a crowd. We all know one of the biggest food fests of the year will go down on Sunday, so I thought why … [Read more...]
TBT: Market, Parties and Headbands
When I find brands with great style, I love to keep up with them. And when they are things so many of us ladies could use and wear and love, how can I not share it with the world! So today is a #TBT to earlier this month when I got to visit with Elizabeth, owner of Jolie. We connected in Atlanta market in January when I was there helping Honestly Margo with her business. Both Margo and I were obsessed with the loveliness … [Read more...]
In the Kitchen: Sugared Bacon
I made this TO DIE FOR side dish over the holidays, and all I can say is my family was like OOOMMMMGGGGG... like NON STOP, licking their fingers, and I couldn't make more of it fast enough. Let's face it. I don't know why all things bacon seem to be hot, but they are. Bacon in this, bacon in that. I had THE most amazing Candied Bacon Cinnamon Roll with Maple Icing at Cafe 501 this fall... and I mean to tell you... ya... um... ya. … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Abi Ferrin Versatile Leggings
It wasn't long ago that I shared my absolute favorite leggings from Abi Ferrin from R.Meyers. In case you missed it, you can see it HERE. Well, being inspired by Kate Middleton wearing hers what it appears to be on the slopes, I thought to myself, these fabulous things are NOT just to be dressed up. I can look super fabulous for less formal occasions... like travel. When it comes to travel I like to have three things part of my look: I have … [Read more...]
A Bit of Fit: My Fitbit
Most everyone who knows me knows that I try to make OP decisions on food and drink to be as healthy and lean as I can. And, I'm also getting my tush back into the gym as much as I can on a regular basis (when I'm not playing nurse to my kiddos!). Well, Santa Claus seemed to catch wind of this, so he brought me a Fitbit for Christmas. I had heard of them and seen tons of devices out there that are worn to monitor activity, steps, etc, but I … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Bailey’s Butterscotch Bliss
It's that time of the week... Seriously... Hallelujah to Fuzzy Friday. This is so good.. a splish of this, a splash of that. For those irish cream and butterscotch lovers, this one's for you. Bailey's Butterscotch Bliss 1/2 c milk or half and half (I used almond milk) 1 shot butterscotch schnapps 1 shot Bailey's Irish Cream 1/2 shot Anise liquor brown sugar to rim the glass Mix milk, … [Read more...]
Best Hair Ever
I'm a beauty gal. Always have been. Always will be. So anything to look as good as I can (almost anything!), I'll try it. And that includes keeping our hair as glorious as we can keep it. Right ladies? (men... this also means you, even though some of you might be too proud to discuss this whole hair thing). You all know I've been on this mission to keep my hair healthy and thick as long as I can. I recently shared some UH MAAAAZING … [Read more...]
Hardware, Knobs and the Details
I love to think of the hardware and knobs/pulls/handles on our furniture and cabinets as if they are jewelry for our furnishings. Those are the little details and extras that you can play with and have fun with and give a piece a whole new look by simply just changing those little details. Depending on the space you're working with, this can really enhance the overall look you're going for just with changing those simple … [Read more...]
