How Could I Resist?

After all our celebrations last week I have been in an ‘after-parties-let-down funk’ and have resorted to eating mass quantities of dark chocolate and chips and salsa as college boy returned to Boston and the new graduate headed for the hills with his gf’s family to camp. Suddenly, I was faced with my first real taste of the empty nest. I hated it. To trade one vice for the other I crossed over to the dark side of retail therapy… [Read More]

The Perfect Summer Hostess Gift

This scent is so fresh and summery it reminds me of stepping off the plane at Kona on the Big Island and having a lei of plumerias placed around my neck with a pina colada in hand. I long for this treatment again. In the meantime, here is my replacment ~It is a limited edition collection from philosophy.The kit and 3-in-1 bath gel are only selling though Sephora from what I was told. ~ Shower Gel~ Body Lotion~ Lip Shine… [Read More]

“Here’s to Kate.”

I love vintage cocktail paraphernalia and although these are not vintage they give just the look for a classic cocktail party that I would be looking for. Kate Spade Vintage Cocktail Invitations, $25~ hand engraved~ set of 15~ silver and gold lined envelopes~ please invite responsibly.

New Dooney & Bourke Bag & Tote…

I am ready to pull up anchorand sail away into the sunset. Small Samantha Bag $111Many colors and different styles ~all with hot pink lining*swoon* Throw me a bone!Scottie DogEast/West Tote $175Royal Stewart liningComes in black and white also. So cute!

Nantucket Bicycle Baskets

If you’ve ever rented a bicycle on the island chances are you rented one from Young’s Bicycle Shop. I love the look of natural baskets on bikes. Since last going to Nantucket a couple years ago it has been my intention to order one and since it wouldn’t look good on a mountain bike, I’d like to use it to hold incoming mail in my laundry room. Just a little piece of the island where it’s least expected. European Market… [Read More]

$10 Lands End Tote!!!!

Wow! I can’t believe this! (sorry the pic is so small) Strong cotton canvas, patent leather trim Hidden inside snap closure Three interior pockets, one outside Durable cotton twill full lining Reinforced bottom Monogramming available UPDATE: The pricing has now changed on the tote. Some colors are still at $10.00 and some are at $19.99. Monogram is $5.00 with a single initial. Thanks to Ronda for keeping me up to date on the price changes. 🙂 xoxo UPDATE 2 (6-19)I… [Read More]

Non-Verbal Cues

There are some days Stubbs & Wooten shoes can do the talking for you. “I put the grrrr in swinger, baby. Yeah.” “I would rather be here than at work.” “I’m as cute as a bug!” “Shopping? Not this paycheck.” Yep. There’s even a pair for one of those days(or weeks).So glad it’s Friday. Monday will be Week 3 of my“All Things Summer Give-Away”and we’ll be having some fun in the sun.PLUS, it is also my birthday week and I’ll… [Read More]

“I’m So Pretty. Oh So Pretty…”

“I’m so pretty and witty and bright. And I pity any blogging girl who isn’t me tonight.” ~ West Side Story (sort of) Notice anything new? I got a face lift for my birthday month! SJN of Tales of a Golf Gal surprised me with a cute and perky new header. I feel 10 years younger. I love, love, love it! Thank you! 😀

Sonic Boom Felt In ‘The OC!’

The first Sonic in South Orange County has opened. I have never been to one and have only seen the commercials on TV. This one is on a lot the size of a postage stamp and people are so enthralled with it that they are parking two streets up in a Target lot, walking to this place and standing in line outside of the restaurant. For any SoCal gals out there in the Pasadena area there will never be another… [Read More]

Toting For A Good Cause.

I just love Nantucket and since I’ve written about my love affair before I’ll spare you the wonderful details but whenever I find something related to my special island it captures my attention. This Ralph Lauren tote is a collaboration between RL and the Nantucket Historical Association (NHA) to restore the Gardiner’s Compass Rose Mural which is from the 1930’s and happens to be located on the side of the RL store. All proceeds from the sale of the tote… [Read More]