Tis the season for giving, and here's a surprise for you.... I've teamed up with mystery shopping sleuth Nosey Parker to do a little giveaway of some fun accessories for 2014. How about a fun clutch, statement necklace, some fun earrings, a statement ring AND a SUPER cool gold leather studded bracelet. It's a gift from ME to YOU! How you say? HERE. Fa la la la la la la la la! … [Read more...]
Instagram InstaBAM
A Picture is worth 1000 words. Well, clearly, the case is made for that in social media platforms that involve images more than text. Now let me first begin by saying I'm no social media expert, but I am a marketing gal. And all of the platforms I'm a part of, I learn as I go. There was no internet when I grew up, no computers like we have today, I studied marketing (for real, that IS my major) the old fashioned way, and the social media we … [Read more...]
Strategic Planning and Starbucks Giveaway
While I write this blog as a vent for myself, and I write from the heart, I think you can tell by now, very often, I'm not short winded. I have so many passions and things I enjoy and things I want to share, but one thing I'd love is to hear from YOU. There is no greater joy when I write then to have feedback my way.... I love it when I get comments HERE, comments on social media, shares on social media, when you tell your friends to check out … [Read more...]
Randomness
Because those of you who know me know that's how I roll, right? Off the wall and random? .... Is everyone overwhelmed this time of year or is it just me? The Mister has said to me so many times, "Why don't we forget all the gifts with all our families and lets just have a big fancy dinner somewhere and that's it?" Well, that never happens. And there is NO way I get my s**t done MONTHS in advance. Being done with my shopping in the fall? … [Read more...]
New Finds at Dulce in Dallas
I was in Dallas last week doing a little business and I just HAD to pop into one of my FAVORITE furniture shops Dulce. It's a consignment shop full of eclectic treasures. I've told you guys about this place before HERE and HERE. Well, they are always getting new things in, so here's some of their latest and greatest finds.... Call me a dork but I am OBSESSING over these shrooms..... They take me back to being a KID … [Read more...]
Tree Toppers
I have always had this weird picky thing for our tree topper. We don't own an angel or a big star. Most of the years I've adorned the op of the tree with a giant bow and have had ribbons drape down over the tree and swirl around it. This year, we had a different thought. Actually, WE didn't, but a few others (other than myself) had a new idea of what to place atop the … [Read more...]
A Winner and Holiday Diet Tips
First of all, can I tell you this is a NAILBITER! One lucky person is going to have a SUPER week because they got chosen via Random.Org to be the new owners of THESE from Luxe Objects.... Congrats to Paraskevi! You LUCKY dawg you!!! Now... who say's Mondays are a drag??? No way! Be on the lookout for an email from me and Luxe Objects to arrange for these beauties to make their way to you!! Thank you to ALL who … [Read more...]
Sparkles, Memories and Pretties
After being busy and out of town working on some projects, a great escape for me is always some sparkly pretty things and reminiscing on fond memories from my childhood. via Found this beauty on ebay a few years ago. In case you didn't know what it was, it's a Christopher Radko ornament of the Marshall Field's Clock on State Street. The flagship Marshall Field's store … [Read more...]
TBT: Band Aid
Tis the season for holiday music, and this song came out in a special time of my life. I was around 12, a new one-year Okie from the big city of Chicago. My life was full of changes and transitions, from living in a completely new environment to entering my teen years. But music always was an escape for me to sing and dance and feel free to be me. This song was a conglomerate of several of the hottest pop stars around. (notice Bono, Sting, … [Read more...]
A Different Kind of Chili
You guys know that I am always OP on trying to make the smartest choices and get the most satisfaction. Because let's face it.... If I'm going to have to eat it, I might as well like it somewhat? Well this is one dish I have served up MANY times, not only to my family, but to many guests in my home. And when I tell them I'm making it, they go NUTS! Chicken Barley Chili. That's right. As odd as it might sound, it's OH so good and OH so … [Read more...]
Azaara Bling Luxe Giveaway
Tis the season for spreading love, giving and receiving. And I'm so excited that I have a few friends who want to share some love with you! You've heard me talk about the sweet mother daughter team at Luxe Objects and their fabulous store. If you're in the market for beautiful, luxurious adornments for your home or for yourself, look no further. From sleek clean lines to ornate European style, they have the perfect flair to give your home … [Read more...]
Radiant Orchid: 2014 Color of the Year
Last week, it was just announced..... The Pantone™ color of 2014 is Radiant Orchid. "Radiant Orchid blooms with confidence and magical warmth that intrigues the eye and sparks the imagination. It is an expressive, creative and embracing purple—one that draws you in with its beguiling charm. A captivating harmony of fuchsia, purple and pink undertones, Radiant Orchid emanates great joy, love and health." … [Read more...]
A Winner and Five Cold Winter Picks
It's FRIDAY! and that means someone gets to start their weekend as a lucky winner with this fun sweater.... Congrats to Jessica @theaestate! Yup girl, it's YOU! Email me HERE and I'll hook you up with Courtney at Bow and Arrow! Thanks to all of you who participated! Look for more giveaways, because tis the season for giving, which means, there are more in the weeks ahead! Now... for the happenins today... we've … [Read more...]
Minted Papers and Gifts
It's that time of year again where our mailboxes are filled with holiday cards. I know for myself, I have to go thru this hunt and search and I'm brainstorming of what to do this year. I came across Minted and I saw some beautiful choices that went far beyond holiday cards. First things first... lemme show you a few of the MANY MANY to choose from in holiday card selection that struck me as unique... Aren't those … [Read more...]
Gifting Guide: Coffee Table Books
Coffee table books in my opinion make fantastic gifts. I've gotten several in the past and I LOVE em. Partly because they reflect something about ME (the gals bought books they knew I'd love), and partly because they help beautify my home. Beautiful books are simply lovely. (images via Pinterest) (image via me) If there is someone on your list that you might not know … [Read more...]
I’ve Nailed It.
After much dismay on what to paint my fingernails a few months ago on a mani-pedi day, and we were in between seasons (so it felt), I reached out to a few of my beauty lovers to get their inputs on color choices. One thing that rang loud to me was this. Dark is hot. And I never was a DARK nail girl. Always got annoyed with the tackiness of what chips look like. So I always tended to go neutral (like Bubble Bath) or some fun corals, or … [Read more...]
Bow & Arrow and a Giveaway
There's a new gal in town. Earlier this spring, new. Her name is Courtney and she owns a SUPER cute clothing shop in the historic Automobile Alley area in downtown Oklahoma City. Meet Bow & Arrow. A Tulsa native, she has a keen eye for style, and prior to opening her boutique, she did interior design work. But her love of clothes and fashion took over her passions, so she decided to pursue her dream of having her own … [Read more...]
Small Business Saturday
Amidst all the hype of Black Friday, an influx of emails of SALE mail, and now this new Brown Thursday (which is a NEW term, where stores open on Thursday (yes ON Thanksgiving), and are literally open a full 24 hours to get a head start on Black Friday... Something that makes me sad for the employees when they could be with their families... ), (SERIOUSLY PEOPLE????) I find it very REFRESHING to enjoy the likes of keeping it local and shopping … [Read more...]
Giving Thanks
Blessed and thankful for so much... family, good health, amazing friends .... and the little things we take for granted, like a roof over our head... food to eat, believe it or not. via So I give thanks for all of those and quite a bit then some. Far too much to mention. Happy Thanksgiving to all of you lovies! … [Read more...]
The BEST Cranberry Sauce Evaaah
From a can? The kind you can "slice"? Or homemade? I love cranberry any way you serve it up to me. It's YUM! I have been making this recipe since about the time I got married (which would be 16 years ago), and it's requested OVER and OVER again. I will not lie.... I cannot take credit for the yumminess of this piece. We can thank Williams Sonoma for that. The goods: 1/2 orange 2 cups water 1 tart apple, such as … [Read more...]
