For those of you who have followed my Instagram, and in particular, my Insta-Stories, you know that this summer, much like many previous summers, we ventured back to one of our favorite places, a place we love to call home away from home, Grand Cayman. I've done posts about where we stay and why love it so (you can see one HERE) but this post will be different. I found myself sharing at least once a day my love for this booming … [Read more...]
3 Reasons Why You Need To Get To The Beach
It's no secret I love the beach. If you've followed me for any amount of time, you'll know from my Instagram and previous blog posts that I LOVE the beach and go every summer. I literally immerse myself in all the feels of what the beach is. I plop my rear on the sand, let the water wash over me, and I don't care who walks by if I'm in their way. They can walk around me. For me, it's one of the most exhilarating experiences. Now … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Caramel Popcorn Old Fashioned
You know every so often I get a wild hair and when I travel, I get the bartender to make me their signature cocktail to share with all of you. Such is the case for today's drink. I snatched up the darling Amba from Seven at The Ritz Carlton in Grand Cayman. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qD3105dkioM Caramel Popcorn Old Fashioned Caramel Popcorn Infused Bourbon* Scotch Salted Caramel Syrup** Dash of Orange Bitters In a … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: The Lucatini – Luca, Grand Cayman
One of the fun parts of traveling is trying fun signature cocktails from amazing restaurants on my journeys. I've shared some in the past before. You can see a few HERE and HERE. Today I'm sharing the Lucatini, from one of my favorite restaurants in Grand Cayman; Luca. https://youtu.be/xfiNqWQSiPA The Lucatini 2 parts vodka 1 part Aperol 1 part Passion Fruit Liquor Prosecco Shake the first three ingredients in a shaker … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: World Famous Mudslide
I love to create my own concoctions and be your mixologist, and of course many I can't take all the credit for, but I think it's way cool to see what different bartenders and restaurants offer as their signature drinks. After all, this IS what they do, and they're pros at it. So today I'm sharing something that is BEYOND to die for. I'll say this. I had 2 of them at lunch. HA! Shhhhhh! Don't tell anyone! The Mudslide. A … [Read more...]
What To Eat: Green Goodness Sauce
When you go somewhere out to eat and are like HOLY SMOKES WHAT IT THAT DIVINE THING THAT GOT A PARTY GOING WITH MY TASTEBUDS? That happened on vacation. Every day while at lunch at the Bar Jack at the Ritz Carlton, they served us these plantain chips and with it, this sauce. This heavenly sauce. I can't say they gave me the recipe, but I put it all together from my knowledge of cooking, and my family said I NAILED IT! They didn't have a … [Read more...]
Fuzzy Friday: Ritz Carlton Bar Jack Signature Pina Colada
If you haven't figured out from my social media, I've made an escape! HA! I've fled the country for a little bit of brain detox, family time and time to unplug and recharge. Where are we? Back to one of our favorites. The Ritz Carlton Grand Cayman. We do lots of nothing while enjoying lots of great food and amazing cocktails. So I thought we'd hear from Godfrey how they make their signature drink, their Pina … [Read more...]
What To Wear: The Cold Shoulder
I've always had a thing for the cold shoulder. No, I'm not blowing you off. The "cold shoulder" is where there's a cut out by the shoulders on a top. It's a unique little touch that revealed a little bit of skin, while covering up. Almost as if you're playing "peek a boo", and a hint of sexy. If you're looking for that kind of feeling, then buy one of these tops. It's how it makes me feel (wink!). Anything revealing any bit of the shoulder … [Read more...]
Summer Isn’t Over Yet
The world in which I live, a lot of kids will be going back to school next week. NEXT WEEK! I'm like seriously? Summer isn't over yet! It's still SUMMER PEOPLE! It's still BLISTERING hot! My kids still have another month. And for the rest of the world, many people's "holiday" begins mid July and goes into August. So really, even though we're seeing fall stuff already, summer ain't over. I have to admit I'm a beach girl. I'm drawn to … [Read more...]
Shop Your Closet: Prepared For Anything
I'm BAAAAAAAACK! I THINK my brain is refreshed and ready to go and get back into the swing of things. I will say I think my plate is fuller than ever but still, it's all so very good and exciting! As most of you know, I've been MIA for several weeks, and I had quite a task at hand. I had to pack for two types of trips, that were back to back, in one swoop, and be prepared for whatever and where ever. First trip was work in Atlanta for … [Read more...]
Out Of Office: Living On Purpose
Today is Fuzzy Friday, and I'm taking a break from serving up the cocktails here and unplugging from the world. At the beginning of the summer, I had told you I had some things I was busy working on, and now that those are done and behind me, I'm taking time for me and my family. Today how to unplug from life. I'll be back sometime next week. But in the meantime, here are my thoughts on unplugging... I periscoped … [Read more...]
Spring Breakin
As I'm getting into the thick of spring break with my family, I wanted to keep things real here. Spring break began last week and we actually did end up taking a little out-of-town venture to spend time with family. One of the most beautiful people I had the honor of calling aunt left our earth, and we traveled to be with family and to celebrate this matriarch's life. Which put some things into perspective for me.... (... The Mister … [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...]
Silver Rain Spa
A bit of a throwback, #tbt to this summer... One of the things I think I don't do enough of that I think we all need to do is to take a break from things from time to time to pamper ourselves. On our recent trip to Grand Cayman, I had to visit one of my FAVORITE parts of The Ritz Carlton.... the Silver Rain Spa. From the moment you walk into the entry and hear the tranquil sounds of the waters coming down from the … [Read more...]
Playing Dress Up On the Beach
I know fall is quickly approaching, but with our blistering hot temperatures, I'm still in summer mode... You know that feeling that little girls get when they play dress up? That "I feel fabulous" feeling? You see, I have this big floppy hat. And even though I'm no longer a young chickadee, that doesn't stop me from wanting to play dress up. {wink!} I did a post not long ago with my black floppy hat here. For those of you who might … [Read more...]
Making Memories: The Ritz Carlton Grand Cayman
I don't know how you and your family travel, but we go thru this "do we go back to the place we LOVE or try something new" issue every year. And year after year, we end up picking our favorite place, because, well, it's our favorite place. We can't imagine anything better, for many reasons, some of which you'll see below... Let me take you on a mini vacation to see what love to call "our second home", The Ritz Carlton in Grand … [Read more...]
… And Away We Go….
The fam and I are off for a much needed summer vacation...... FYI, The Mister isn't particularly fond of the black hat. He said if I take it, he won't sit next to me.... hmmmmmmm... awfully tempting! HA! He actually said I looked like the widow on Jaws! LOL! But on a more serious note.... I say I'm going to check out from here for the next 10 days ... maybe 12.... but then again, I might change my mind and … [Read more...]
Traveling? Look At These Bags
Anyone who knows me knows I call myself the "bag whore." I am not kidding you. Bags are my thing. For some women it's shoes, and yes, I can't say I don't love shoes, but there's something about wearing a great bag that I love. I can't have enough. … being my authentic self here… I've gotten messages from people saying I need help (I kid you not!), none needed, thanks! HA! But I look at them as fabulous accessories that have a form and … [Read more...]
Country Club Plaza Shopping Wearing Western Ave Faves
My favorite things in life are those that are spontaneous. And last week, we decided very last minute to take a trip up to Kansas City to see some family and see the sights since we had a nice four day weekend ahead of us. Growing up, I remember fondly visiting The Plaza, especially during the holidays. It is one of the most beautiful sights to see, so if you ever have an opportunity to travel between Thanksgiving and the New Year, you should … [Read more...]
Poolside to Partyside
When it comes to summer, the thing I think most of is travel… and with that comes packing and my wardrobe. I know I'm the WORST when it comes to packing light. I'm NOT going to deny it. I want to bring extra stuff "JUST IN CASE"… you guys know what I'm talkin about, right??? yah….. uh huh…. you do it too! {wink!} So finding something that can be worn day to night is always a fun thing. I did an outfit like that in Paris for last year, "from … [Read more...]
