With Teacher Appreciation Week over and my platters still needing to be picked up from the luncheon, I’ll be heading back to the high school one more time, the last as a parent. After weeks of semi-silent complaining to ‘just get it over with’ from being weary of concerts, banquets, award ceremonies, quick dinners and if shirts and tuxes were cleaned and pressed I now want everything to slow down, stop and just hold this moment in time. Having all… [Read More]
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]
Or black, brown, red or white. New arrival. $165 And Monday will be time for thesecond out of 4 give-aways for Juneand the posting of the winner for this week’s philosophy gift.Check back bright and early!Have a great weekend. “Time Is On My Side” – The Rolling Stones
I guess I’m just really into sandals this week. Steve MaddenClassic. Simple. Black patent.And making its way to my closet today. And to keep them company, their dazzling twin sisters… Starlitt Rhinestone “Walk Like An Egyptian” – The Bangles
I thought I’d give updates on some of the beauty products I’ve written about. First, I have to say I use no pictures of my own body parts to prove or disprove my reviews. You wouldn’t want that. Remember in Nottinghill when Julia Robert’s character was talking about using body part doubles and that Clooney did his own ‘ass work?’ Not me. Not even close. You’ll have to trust me then try it out for yourself. Results may vary, yada,… [Read More]
I cannot wait to try these. I have tried a lot of self-tanners.Smashbox. Fusion. Neutrogena, etc.I saw Kate Sommerville talking about these on QVC this past weekend. No smell. Dries almost as soon as you put it on. Will not transfer to your clothes or wash off. It works with the proteins in your skin. She recommends once a week to keep it up once you get the color you desire. A little pricy but I am willing to give… [Read More]
Havaianas are flip flops made is Brazil and they are Superior with a capital ‘S’.Dini’s of Los Angeles takes Havaianas one step further and transforms them with a Swarovski crystal charm. I found my first Havaianas flip flops in Nantucket a couple years ago at the Lilly store In The Pink . Wouldn’t you know I had to travel 3,000 miles from LA to find a supplier in my own backyard? Figures. I bought a bright pink pair with the… [Read More]
Not in my backyard! Even though California is known for it’s ‘June Gloom’ where we have a thick marine layer that hangs in there all day near the coast and the inland valleys things were bright and cheery in our backyard this weekend without our normal sunshine.We started with a trip to a local nursery in San Juan Capistrano and purchased dozens of flats of color. ‘Color’ is the term used in the trade for seasonal annual flowering plants but… [Read More]
Canvas Flag Tote calfskin Leather from a young calf, it is smooth-surfaced, fine-grained, and durable. It does not scuff easily, stretches only moderately, and cleans well. nickel A silver-white hard metal capable of a high polish and resistant to corrosion. Canvas and leather. Shiny nickel hardware. Lined with navy moire. Leather handles. 13 1/2″ x 11″ x3 3/4″. Imported. On sale.
When you’re dining in da ‘hood….you can still entertain elegantly while being under siege. “Our Polaris Polycarbonate Outdoor Dinnerware looks like crystal but won’t break like it. This collection is crafted of high-quality, transparent polycarbonate — the same material used in bulletproof glass and riot shields.” ~ Frontgate I know what they were trying to say here but after living in LA and having experienced a sniper attack on my university owned apartment building complete with SWAT team and having… [Read More]
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