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]
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]
Who knew frosting could be so funny! CakeWrecks.blogspot.com … is a blog where people send in professionally decorated cakes that have ‘gone horribly and hilariously wrong.’ What makes this blog over the top are the witty and sassy comments by Jen, the blog author. Some fan favorites : “The Flash Drive”; “Hey Beheh”; “The Sexual Harrassment Cake” Thanks to my wonderful niece, Mizz, who has the greatest sense of humor and for knowing I would get such a kick out… [Read More]
Thank you,for a life disrupted to keep us safe. WWIIAunt Mildred – WAC nurse – EuropeAunt Kathryn – WAV nurse – EuropeUncle Weegar – Army – EuropeUncle Royce – Air Force – EuropeUncle Alex – Navy – EuropeUncle Dick – Air Force – South Pacific & EuropeUncle Bill – ArmyUncle Carm – Army – Europe & Saudi ArabiaDad Art – Air Force – StatesideUncle Jack – NavyPapa Hal – Air Force – EuropeMom Jeana – USO – Los AngelesAunt Lorraine… [Read More]
I’m sure you’ve heard about the NY Times columnist who is accused of plagiarism from picking up a quote from a blogger. This comes on the same day I found someone using a photo of mine taken from my blog. It is okay with me because the photo is insignificant but it took me quite by surprise. It got me to wondering though- should the creative writings and original photographs of bloggers be protected or is everything up for grabs… [Read More]
Today was a day for a few firsts. In Laguna, it was the first time I had been there for lunch as I prefer going there for dinner to watch the sunset. It was the first time I had been to K’ya on top of the Casa de Camino hotel. It was the first time I have had a Salade Nicoise. It was the first time I had seen or tasted caper berries that were on stems and as big… [Read More]
For awhile now I have been drawn to things made out of old typewriter keys. Maybe because I wanted to be a columnist for a newspaper or I’ve seen Barbara Stanwyck one too many times peering over the carriage return frantically writing copy in Meet John Doe. “Hunt & Peck…” Wine charms for the book club meeting on Tuesday evenings. “Can you spell…” P-I-N-K-M-A-R-T-I-N-I For your editor or copy boy… “Stop the presses because you have made my heart stand… [Read More]
“Aww shucks!” ‘Thank you’ to ShabbyChicks for the awesome award ofQueen of All Things Awe-summm!!! It was so thoughtful of you and I love it! Suzanne’s blog is brimming with Florida sunshine (which is her personality), insights, recipes and fun.I read her musings every day and you probably do too! And…who wouldn’t love to have the honor of this retro queen grace her blog with not just a tiara but a full jeweled crown resting on her majestic crowning glory… [Read More]
This bug is bad. Really awful.If anyone knows me well they know I do not like taking any pills whatsoever. No vitamins (although I will force myself on occasion as I am trying to get in the habit of Omega 3) and no drugs of any kind. I am convinced it must be a past-life thing but I don’t care to regress to find out what that is all about. I just want some relief and being the desperate person… [Read More]
When I’m up and around a bit more…. … and all the laundry’s done and the pantry is well stocked again, I’ll be back! Think “I Will Survive” – Gloria Canor
The Bookshelf
Make-Ahead Frozen Buttercream Cake Decorations
A Holiday Cocktail ~ Carrot Cake Martinis
Pretty Pink Petal Cake – A Wilton Cake Decorating Technique
Bridal Shower Gifts and Wrapping Ideas
DIY Decorated Statue of Liberty Cookies/Sparkler Holders
Carlo’s Bakery Cannolis and Lobster Tail Pastries
“Everything’s Ducky” Chocolate Ducks
