Ahhh, Nate Berkus. Since the first time he made an appearance on The Oprah Winfrey Show, I've been a fan. Episode after episode we watched him transform people's homes and turn them from chaos to simple yet elegant living spaces. Recently, Architectural Digest shared photos from the home he shares with his husband Jeremiah Brent, and those of us who appreciate Nate's style weren't disappointed. Just as Nate did with so many people that … [Read more...]
DecemberScopers
I'm back again talking about Periscope. You can see a few of my other posts on Periscope HERE and HERE. 1. Because it's almost the beginning of the month, and I'm sharing our daily prompts with you, in case you want to jump in and do this with me, and/or in case you want to jump in and follow us #DecemberScopers! 2. If you like what I share here on TheOPLife.com you might want to check it out because I don't share the same … [Read more...]
50 Shades of Lips and Boys
The Boys Are Back In Town. The Tom Ford Lips and Boys Limited Edition is out and it's so cute, so creamy and yummy, so fabulous. Last year Tom Ford came out with a set of 50 miniatures, each named after 50 men he respected. This season, he's done it again. Each of these are named after 50 men he admires and he finds inspiring. Tom Ford lipsticks are one of my FAVORITE lipsticks PERIOD. They are beautifully pigmented, creamy, not drying, … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Pumpkin Pie Martini
Ok. I just have to say SOOOOOO good. Thanksgiving might have passed yesterday, but that doesn't mean that pumpkin treats need to end. This festive and OH so easy drink can be used in place of dessert. It's been a while since I've posted something on the fancier side, but I was in the mood. I have a LOT to be thankful for and lot's to celebrate. If you read my news yesterday HERE, things with my dad could have been worse. I said this … [Read more...]
I’m Thankful For…
I'm thankful for my family. The Mister and my babies. For loving me with all that I am, with my quirks and all of my passions and for my days of craziness when I just won't stop. I'm thankful for my parents. I can't say enough about these two. They taught me everything I know about the rules of life. What a scare I had with my daddy this week, so that makes this season of Thanksgiving one to be even more thankful. Just discovered this … [Read more...]
What To Wear: PJs for the Weekend
It's a holiday weekend and it's time for family, time to eat good food, and time to watch movies, relax and time to be in pjs. We all need some times to just decompress and love to think of long extended holiday weekends like this. This is the shop local weekend and I plan on doing that, but I also plan on relaxing as much as I can. This time of year and during the Christmas break, wardrobe should consist of comfy clothes. And pjs are in … [Read more...]
The BEST Cranberry Sauce EVER
The BEST cranberry sauce EVER. Requested EVERY year. Don't know if I'll ever make another. There. Enough said. I'll be making it for Thanksgiving this week. Recipe from my Williams Sonoma book I got eons ago. But you can find the recipe HERE. SO good if you like the fresh stuff vs canned. Just sayin... ... to grandmother's house we go.... Tell me if everyone raves about it! … [Read more...]
Shopping, Natural Beauty and Girl Power
As a blogger and a freelance marketer, I love to work with lots of businesses, big and small, and I'm finding that I'm working with more and more women business owners. Can I just say I LOVE THAT! I love how women are taking control of their lives and creating the life that they love by being their own boss and being in control of what they do. And being entrepreneurs. Over the past few years I've loved working with this fun hip chic and … [Read more...]
What To Wear: Confetti and Cocktails
Confetti and cocktails, and all the celebrations that go with the season. That's the name of this fun new holiday collection just launched this week at Lush Fashion Lounge in Oklahoma City AND online. These dresses make going out effortless. They're lightweight and comfortable and playful and fun to wear, which makes your night out on the town even MORE fun! Pair them with your favorite evening clutch and sexy little heels and you're ready to … [Read more...]
Praying for the World
Praying for Paris. Praying for the world. Praying for peace and love and for a time when life was simple. When we could enjoy the beauties of everywhere on this earth and be carefree. When we could live without fear. And we could love each other. And when life was simple. Life. On Purpose. (image via Cleo Wade) … [Read more...]
