I don't know how many of you shop because you see something spontaneously online, but that's what happened to me when I got THESE mugs. And, the Moscow Mule is something that I had been wanting to try to be quite frank. So I bought the mugs so I can make this drink. Because they were so cool and different, being all GOLD and all. And the drink? It was SO easy, so refreshing, and I even sent my girlfriend off with a to-go … [Read more...]
Top Foods To Boost Your Memory
Let's face it, the older and busier we get, the more slowly our brain seems to move and the worse our memory gets. More and more often, I walk into a room and completely forget why I went in there in the first place. I "misplace" my keys or sunglasses on a near daily basis and every day I am more and more grateful that my phone has all my important contact information because couldn't recall a close friend's phone number if I needed … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Golden Glamour
Today's Fuzzy Friday calls for celebration. Actually, every Friday does. Not only does every Friday, but every day in our lives, we need to celebrate something. Every little success, every little challenge you overcome, every new positive thing with your work, your family, your kids, your relationships, need to be celebrated. It keeps those positive feelings of success and achievement and goodness going. Even if you're stressed out, had a … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Blueberry Zing
It's FRRRRRRIIIIIIDAY! YESSSSSSSSSS! This week marked the beginning of four different things/projects/changes/whatever you wanna call em, and I'm barely keeping afloat, but it's ok. It's life. High school events beginning to roll (did I just say HIGH SCHOOL? a-hem... say it isn't so!).. amongst other stuff... So bring on the zing... let celebrate our accomplishments, we did it, and it's the WEEKEND! Happy Fuzzy Friday … [Read more...]
Is Juicing For You?
It's Wellness Monday and if there's one bandwagon that I've always wanted to jump on but just couldn't seem to talk myself in to doing, it's the juicing bandwagon. But times, they're a changin' and I was ready to consider giving this healthy way of life a go. But before I made the final decision, there were two main concerns that I needed to look in to. First, the expense. And second, the reality of just how time consuming this whole juicing … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: The Kansas City Cocktail
If you follow me on Instagram, you've probably seen my hashtags I use #spreadthelove , #sparklemaker and #ilovewhatido. Because I do believe in The Golden Rule and spreading the love, kindness, and making sparkles for others to shine. So, when these two DARLING chics from Kansas City with 5 O'Clock Fashionistas reached out to me to collaborate on a few cocktails for their series Coaster to Coaster, I couldn't resist! #pursesdownbottomsup SO … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Dos Mujeres
Nothing to me says cheers like good times with good friends, especially girlfriends. Those girls that you know you can totally let loose with and be yourself and laugh and snort and talk about anything and everything with no judgement. This drink reminds me of hanging out with those kinds of seesters, because, after all, we are celebrating National Tequila Day today! (wink!) And being the fact that I just came back from Mexico, I had to share … [Read more...]
How To Make Grilled Pineapple
We had the fam over this weekend for an impromptu backyard barbecue. We leave in a few days to go out of town yet again, so entertaining isn't top on my list of to-dos. But we just whipped up easy stuff... burgers, chicken, salad... and I had a craving for something I've never made before... grilled pineapple. Of course my mom said, "Are you pregnant?" Of course that was the BIGGEST no ever! LOL! But something about it sounded SO good! … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Red White and Blue Cocktail
Tis the weekend for Red, White and Blue. So in good fashion, we must be On Purpose and celebrate our patriotism with a red white and blue cocktail, shall we not? Well of course! Firecracker Cooler Grenadine Vodka Blue Curacao Pour grenadine in a glass with ice. Add vodka. Then slowly pour in your Blue Curacao. The fun part... watching the blue part separate the red and the white. ... and you'll see it before drinking ANYTHING! … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Whiskey Sour
This weekend is Father's Day. I'm beyond beyond beyond fortunate to have my dad still around with me and to say that he was an amazing father growing up. So today I'm toasting to dads and the men that fulfill that father figure role to our kids. I've selected a classic drink that men have loved for generations. It's not anything super fancy. It's a timeless classic. The Whiskey Sour. Whiskey Sour 2 ounces whiskey -- bourbon 2/3 … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Healthy Strawberry Daiquiri
Fresh strawberries are abundant at the grocery stores. They're red, plump, sweet, fresh and SO good for you, so why not turn that "healthy" thing into a FUZZY thing? {wink}! That's like eating cake for breakfast, right? ... eggs and milk right? {tee hee hee} After all, when I think of summer poolside drinks, I think of pina coladas and strawberry daiquiris. That's all I remember my mom and aunt getting on summer vacations. So I thought why … [Read more...]
Cauli-Tots
I saw these morsels of crunchy fake tater tots and I know this isn't anything new to the world, but I thought I'd give em a whirl for my family and see after all how hard these are to make and how tasty are they. I mean after all, we're creating FAUX tater tots out of cauliflower. I am always trying to shave calories from every corner.... probably because I always seem to make up for it in other corners! HA! So I thought this would be a great … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Pocket Full of Sunshine
This Friday marks the end of my oldest's career in middle division at school. Next year she enters high school. She is so ready for it. And it's also a day I'm praying for some sunshine because our summer is officially kicking of with school letting out. In our part of the world in Oklahoma, we have had record amounts of rain like never seen before. I'll admit, I don't mind it over the blistering heat, but jeez, a little bit of sunshine … [Read more...]
Sweets On The Side
This past December I was honored to be a part of the Polished Nail Salon holiday party where I got to experience the most DARLING cookies designed into OPI nail polish bottles. So I had to reach out to this cool cookie mastress, Sweets On The Side. I recently was in charge of my high school reunion, and asked her to do something for us. Decorative sugar cookies seemed like a fun dessert option because they were an easy finger food for … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Citrus Spritzer
I swear it feels like Christmas was JUST yesterday! Does it not feel like that for you too? Or is it just me? Well, here we are, the 3 day weekend the marks the kickoff of summer, Memorial Day. It just blows me away. Some people will be hanging at the house catching up on things to get the backyard ready for the season. Others might be at the beach or at the lake. Others, like myself, are off for the weekend for a quick spontaneous trip … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Mother’s Little Helper
Oh what a week, I cannot even begin to share with you all that's going on... just keep tuning in and things will begin to blossom here, just like the flowers do every spring. {wink!} .. not to mention distractions of Oklahoma weather, wild tigers running loose, and me being in charge of my high school reunion that is NEXT week. Ya. When you see my hashtag #iwearmanyhats, I'm NOT kidding! LOL! So, as every mother needs a little helper, … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Pineapple Plush
Fuzzy Friday means cheers to the weekend. And can I just say, whew!... but it's only just begun for me! {wink!} A little fruity vodka concoction I share with you today... shake and dump it out. That doesn't sound that appealing, but that's how you do it, because on this little number, we're using frozen pineapple chunks as the ice. The more you let the pineapple settle and marry the vodka, the better it is. Pineapple Plush Strawberry … [Read more...]
My Life In Pictures
So being #OnPurpose as I am, I've got to keep it real, right? So that's what I'm talking about today. Keeping it real. You guys know I wear many hats... It's so funny because this blog really is a reflection of so many things I'm passionate about... about fashion (always.. ask anyone who has known me as a child!), interior design (since I've had a place on my own... ask anyone!), to taking care of ourselves, beauty, health, fitness, … [Read more...]
Baked Chicken and Angel Hair
I whipped up a little din din on the fly, of course didn't think a thing of it. Like, the way I make most of my things, it's really a splish of this and sprinkle of that, because that's kinda how most of us Greeks do it. And such was the case last night. But I posted a picture on instagram last night, and I thought I need to spread the love and share this one. I think the key that made this so good was 2 things. 1. The noodles were like … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: The Irish Relaxer
Spring is full of rainy days and lots of those days are kinda chilly, and this week was one of those weeks. One of these chilly rainy afternoons, I decided to make myself a cup of coffee because it just sounded good... note that I'm not a regular coffee drinker. And I didn't want it because I needed that burst of caffeine... I wanted it for that warm-me-up-fuzzy-feeling inside. So I made my coffee... then I was like hmmmm... lets throw in … [Read more...]
