One bird flew back into the nest late last night after finishing his finals early on the quarter system. We went to the In n’ Out drive-thru on the way home. “One animal style, 1 plain cheese burger, 1 medium lemonade, please.” “Yes, that will be inhaled in the car before we leave the drive-thru lane.” I have never heard anyone moan while eating a burger before.
Men’s Boxers Special music today for this little nugget… “Squirrel Nut Zippers” sorry, I could not resist. my sophomoric humor runs amok~ 😉
I might decorate to Handel’s Massiah… but when the doorbell rings it’s cool yule all the way! Jazz it up! The Three Wise (crackin’) Men of Vegas, baby…Sammy, Dino and Frankincense. Baring gifts of smoke, scotch and mirth. Tickling the ivories.Rasmey Lewis& Beegie AdairShe has others that are great too. My Girl ~ Diana KrallLove the dress, Di.I know, holiday shopping takes so much out of you.Next time leave the heals at home. Ultra Lounge.Ultra Cool. Sexy and smoothWhen sparks… [Read More]
Vinturi Wine Aerator I took a blind taste test and this little contraption does make a big difference. They even tried to trick me on the first go round. I thought I would be sampling one aerated and one non-aerated and that would be it. I said the two tasted the same and was pretty smug until I was told I drank out of the same non-aerated glass twice. Hmmm. Okay. Give me another chance. Two more sips. I knew… [Read More]
presenting … The 12 Gays of Christmas I LOVE THIS! … and I am now exhausted.
The concert was fantastic.Herb is such a talented jazz performer. I cannot believe he is 74!His style is so distinctive, cool, and clear. Lani’s voice was perfection and the trio of the piano, bass and drum set completed the energy. The arrangements were deep and complex grabbing and pulling you in the first bar. They announced their new CD has been nominated for a Grammy.They certainly deserve it. It was an informal evening where Herb took questions a couple of… [Read More]
Brazilian RhythmsJazz Songs sung in Portuguese Herb Alpert Lani Hall All under one roof.Tonight.I am so excited!Thank you, Santa. “The Christmas Song ~ Sergio Mendes and Brasil 66
I made it. Last night was the anniversary of my dad’s sudden passing. I was 18 and a freshman in college like my youngest son. Eventhough my dad was much older than I, the thought of an ironic fate had crossed my mind over the last couple of months. I think that is natural when a mortal benchmark is present. I wasn’t concerned but nevertheless a part of me was glad to get past the remembrance of the night and… [Read More]
Every once in awhile I will be channel surfing and I’ll come across the Jacqueline Kennedy Collection show on QVC as I did last night. All the reproduction pieces are accompanied with fascinating stories of how she came to own the pieces. Many are from JFK who as it turns out designed many in her collection and would plan his gift giving months in advance. This ring’s story is especially poignant. It is Kunzite and JFK had 20 diamonds set… [Read More]
3 big dinners two of which I hosted. The Mad About Plaid Family Lowland Games Day After Thanksgiving Extravaganza were a smashing success.Why didn’t I take pictures?? Hearing from son2 before he left yesterday to go back to school… “Thanks mom for making my first trip back home so wonderful. The food was so good and you made the house look so cozy with all the decorations. It makes it hard to leave.” I sent with him 4 sandwiches and… [Read More]
Bridal Shower Gifts and Wrapping Ideas
A Knitted Decorated Birthday Cake
Make-Ahead Frozen Buttercream Cake Decorations
Ralph Lauren Mini Tote and Kyle Chan Jewelry Designs
Beverage Brunch Bunny Ice Cubes
Gift Basket Ideas For A Silent Auction
Champagne Flute Decorated Cookies
The Brazilian Blowout!
