Fantasy Friday

Fantasy Friday

If you could be any mythological creature for just one day, what would it you be? I would for sure be a mermaid! I've always loved mermaids. They're beautiful, happy, free and are supposed to have swee…
Cocktail napkins

Cocktail napkins

Always have cocktail napkins on hand. They instantly dress up any impromptu get together. I like to try to theme my cocktail napkins to match my decor. My house has bamboo floors animal prints and a lot of the…
Fried goat cheese appetizer

Fried goat cheese appetizer

This appetizer is beyond delicious! I would eat fried goat cheese everyday if I could. I first had it at a local restaurant here in Orlando and thought..... I can make this!   YOU WILL NEED: 4 oz of goat cheese …
Decorate with words

Decorate with words

I'm not a mom, but if I was, I would steal this adorable inspiring idea! What a cute daily reminder on your way in or out the door! I think the perfect place would be in a foyer or mud room where everyone …
Wrap it up

Wrap it up

I love brown postal wrapping paper. It has such an earthy and organic look. I like to use it to wrap a bouquet of flowers for a nice host or hostess gift! You can get a 75 ft. roll of postal wrapping paper at 
Outside in

Outside in

Did you ever have a room in your house that was windowless and a little dark and depressing? Perhaps a room in an apartment or a basement? Problem solved! This picture caught my eye because of the decor and th…
Travel size it

Travel size it

Finding a good shampoo and conditioner for your particular hair is like striking gold! High end hair products can cost you a pretty penny! Many good shampoo and conditioners can cost up to $30.00 a bottle. But…
Wake up and smell the coffee

Wake up and smell the coffee

I LOVE coffee! Hazelnut to be exact. I can't think of anything more satisfying than waking up to a delicious cup of coffee in the morning. Do you make coffee at home? I know too many people who rush to St…
Mini Caprese Bites

Mini Caprese Bites

Caprese is one of my all time favorite things! When I came across this simple recipe from Southern Living I knew I had to try it. These mini caprese bites are easy, contemporary, colorful and a HUGE hit whenev…
My weekend

My weekend

When I look at this picture, I think..... WOW!  My life is pretty cool! I spent all weekend at the theatre where I am working on the musical  Hairspray.   I took this picure Sunday during a dress/tech for the s…
Rainy day

Rainy day

There is little chance that meteorologists can solve the mysteries of weather until they gain an understanding of the mutual attraction of rain and weekends.   ~Arnot Sheppard It's a rainy Friday night, and …
Lemon/Lime

Lemon/Lime

Hopefully everyone is drinking lots of water this summer. Why not add a slice of lemon or lime? Did you know that adding lemon or lime juice to water is a simple strategy to help drop pounds and cleanse your …
Wednesday Wisdom

Wednesday Wisdom

Faux benedict

Faux benedict

This is one of my favorite breakfasts to make. Not only is it simple and delicious, but it's also a perfect breakfast to make for a large group! It's also a lot healthier than traditional eggs benedict…
Green with envy

Green with envy

A few of my current FAV'S! Maybelline  Great Lash Mascara. Okay, so it's not really a current fav. It's more like a lifetime fav! I try to stray and experiment with different mascara's, but I alw…
Have a wishbone weekend!

Have a wishbone weekend!

Have you ever wished on a wishbone? I am a huge fan of the delicious rotisserie chickens you can buy already cooked in the supermarket. I always make sure to remove the wishbone, wash it and let it dry out so …
Orange Blossom

Orange Blossom

I have 2 of the most beautiful orange blossom trees along side my driveway. The minute I pull up and exit my car, I am greeted by this fragrant white flower. It has a light, citrusy, sweet smell and today I co…
Smile Worthy 70's

Smile Worthy 70's

Okay, so these pictures aren't from the actual 70's, but I had fun in Photoshop making them look that way with 70's style! These are my "smile worthy" pic's of the week. My hubby weari…
Follow the money trail

Follow the money trail

It's not a secret that I LOVE vintage/thrift stores! I popped into my favorite (Dechos) the other day and found this black (feels like butter) leather wallet. It was only $8.99 but I was having one of thos…
Happy Birthday America!

Happy Birthday America!

Happy 4th of July everyone! Doing anything festive today? My husband and I really don't have any big plans this year. We've been working nonstop so we've decided to lay low. We'll probably hit …
Floating candles

Floating candles

I was in Michaels a few weeks ago to pick up some pillar candles and came across floating candles. I went through a floating candle phase in college, but kind of forgot about them until that day. They were onl…