What a busy few days, and blessed doesn't begin to describe it. A whirlwind it is for sure! Just had a little bit of this ...... because there are a few family members that can't get enough {smiles!}. Look who is in the background??? #jb #justinbieber #belieber And we got to meet the AWESOME rockstar Dan Kanter and shared some Honestly Margo lovin with the crew.... they MUST have the softest lips! Thank you Dan! … [Read more...]
Gladiator Sandals
from Stuart Weitzman or these.... ELLIE 120-MAX Knee-High Multistrap Women's Flat Sandal with Zipper Here is my take on these.... I got these a few years ago at Victoria's Secret, but never wore them. Love em or leave em? Yes or no? Please chime in. The hubs can't stand them. And every time I wear them I get looks, points and comments. Personally, none of that bothers me, but I'd love to know what my … [Read more...]
A Big Pad
You guys know how I LOVE my papers, right? Well, there's nothing that I love more than papers that HELP us keep our lives organized, our appointments set, and just our s**t together! Having to juggle different all kinds of things, from a few businesses to kids schedules to my personal time, to keeping up with my house, Lord only knows every little thing I can find certainly helps! And I'm a huge list maker. This fun BIG pad I've come across … [Read more...]
Summertime Magic
It's Friday. It's summer. Let the magic happen! Happy weekend! … [Read more...]
Chocolate DREAM Cake
"Mom, OMG this is the BEST cake I think I've EVER had... like EVERRRR in my LIFE!" were the words from one 12 year old girl in my house today. You guys know I host a women's luncheon on a monthly basis and it's my chance to play hostess and serve up a yummy meal (that is not geared to appeal to little ones!). So I get to play with my creativity in the kitchen. That is how I was taught by my mom. So I follow recipes SOMETIMES and when I don't … [Read more...]
You Don’t Need a Baby for This Bag
I shared with you some of my travel essentials HERE, but what I didn't really elaborate on is THE BAG. The bag is HUGE. I mean, ladies, let's face it, our bags are huge with NO travel. So when we TRAVEL and have to have all of our gear and s**t in it, you KNOW it has to be big, roomy, and make a statement! When I tell you what my ULTIMATE bag is, you'll die. Are you ready? A DIAPER bag. Yes. You read that right. You don't have to be a … [Read more...]
Travel in Style Essentials
Summer time for so many means travel, vacation or "holiday" (I always love to hear Europeans call it "holiday"). Whether by airplane, boat or car, I've put together some stylish things we need to make travel easy and enjoyable. 1. A diaper bag. Yes, you read me right. A diaper bag. In fact, I might even do a post ON diaper bags! LOVE diaper bags because they have so many great compartments, perfect … [Read more...]
A Subtle Snake Dress
Don't think this slithery amphibian is something to fear. I got this Rebecca Taylor dress I think last year, and it's comfy t-dress that one of my favorites in my closet. I also love the subtle python print on it. Not only that, the shirring on the sides makes it really figure flattering. I know certain body shapes are best with certain styles, and this style is one I like for myself quite a bit. I can dress myself in this snake any … [Read more...]
My Five?
1. A winner!!! Kecia, that's YOU! 2. Feeling blah. Do you take your health for granted? I know I SURE do. Haven't felt the best, have had some issues, and just SO ready to be back up to my ZIPPY self. On that note.... 3. What do YOU wear when YOU feel blah? I now see my love for "dressing up" truly makes me feel ALIVE and great and happy. Anyone else relate? 4. Sad because we'll never know what happened at the end of The Sopranos. … [Read more...]
A Master of All Closets
I get so much inspiration by seeing what great designers/architects have done for their clients, projects and even themselves. Not that THIS is going to happen, but oh MY. This IS the MASTER of all closets if I've ever seen! Contemporary Closet by Atlanta General Contractors Cablik Enterprises Modern Closet by Atlanta General Contractors Cablik Enterprises The home was featured on the 2012 Modern Atlanta Tour of Homes, on HGTV's … [Read more...]
A Table and Chairs
I have been squealing with delight for the past few days I can't even SEE straight!!! You know when you've LITERALLY stumbled upon the most AMAZING thing ever, and if you've been searching for that perfect thing and nothing will do until you find it when you least expect it, and then BAM! It's RIGHT THERE more amazing than you ever imagined? Well, that is the story of my kitchen dining set. I had this REALLY great kitchen table and chairs (8 … [Read more...]
Paper Love Giveaway
I love techy things, gadgety things, but I cannot, absolutely CANNOT give up my love for paper. ... And I have to add a side note to this.. If I find something I love and the price is right, I become a hoarder. Please do not judge me. I am what I am and I OWN it. {huge grin} Case in point with paper. All kinds of paper.... notebooks, notepads, lists, 3 ring binders, planners, file folders (I have packages of them I wont touch because … [Read more...]
Winner and a Treat
Hello lovies! There is NO better way to start the week than to announce a winner. Usually I do this on Fridays, but this time I thought I'd change things up a bit and I'm thinking how FUN is this to be told YOU WON something on a MONDAY! Right? Well, first, thank you to all who chimed in on this super great giveaway hosted by The Fleuriste. See more fab things from them to come... Excited to have them part of The OP Life! So, down to … [Read more...]
It’s about Five
It's Friday. And that means FIVE things I'm sharin.... 1. You GOTTA check out my newest sponsor and welcome them with love by entering a giveaway they are hosting. Your jaw will drop as did mine when I stepped foot into The Fleuriste. This goodness could be YOURS. Enter HERE before Monday because that's when the winner will be announced. 2. You never know when you're about to find what you're looking for, especially when you … [Read more...]
The Skin I’m In
There are lot's of great things I do on a daily basis that are not a big deal to me because of their simplicity or because of the fact that I have done them for so long and I don't think twice about it. And I've recently realized that I've gotten compliments on lots of these oh so simple things that I must share with others. I say this as a preface because my goal here is never to "sell" you on anything. I write my blog to share things I find … [Read more...]
The Fleuriste
New sponsor love... You know the way beautiful fresh flowers make you feel when you see them, they're at their loveliest moment, the fragrance is like the finest french perfume, and everything is just glorious? That's how I feel about my newest sponsor and I'm so thrilled to introduce them to you! Many of you know I wear many hats and that means I'm involved in several ventures which is an adventure! Funny how things come together that are … [Read more...]
Mixing Up Staples
Perfect for a spring luncheon, a shower, a graduation party, here's a little ensemble I put together. I used a few staples I have in my closet. A basic white crinkle skirt and my favorite nude shoes. To that, anything can be added. The best part of all this, some of this might be higher dollar, the others, not so much. For real... you'll laugh when you check out my blouse... My skirt I've had for a few years... my first … [Read more...]
Thinking about Five on Friday
Thinkin about about five things.... 1. Winner winner chicken dinner! Who is the lucky one to get this little bauble of a piece to adorn their hands? Congrats to Kecia!! Lot's of people shared it and tweeted it, but unfortunately, forgot to comment on it... Don't forget to COMMENT here on it.. each of those gets you an entry! 2. I came across a cool little app that allowed me to create like "word" grams? So... I wrote this up a few … [Read more...]
Dining Chairs
I vaguely remember sharing this topic with you before, in fact even possibly a few of these pics you might have seen. (kinda like Pinterest... HAVEN'T I PINNED THAT BEFORE??) I got a fabulous dining table for my kitchen minus the chairs... Chairs weren't part of the package. So for now, I am living with my older Bernhardt chairs that need to GO. Here's the table and what I have going on with them that need … [Read more...]
Target Maxi
I don't know if you're a fan of maxi dresses. I am so so on this. Several things about maxi dresses for me to love them, and this one had them all. I am tickled pink wanna squeal with delight with this one, my most recent purchase (as in YESTERDAY) I had to share with you! First... take a peek at what it was... I just picked up this number on my most recent trip to Target when I went to buy all of 4 things (none of which were … [Read more...]
