Estee Lauder Bronze Goddess Capri Eau Fraîche
I usually don't miss any of Estee Lauder's Bronze Goddess Collections, but I'm never this late to the… [more]
Essie Nail Lacquer in Turquoise & Caicos
I needed a new bright color to put on my nails. It seems as though the calendar says spring and a few… [more]
Destination Pretty: Beach Palace Resort ~ Cancun, Mexico ~ Girl Getaway Part One
My girl getaways must involve a beach. This year's girl getaway was a needed rest and relaxation. After… [more]
Do Something Different: International Female Ride Day
I admit that I haven't been on a motorcycle in over 20 years. A childhood friend did a wheelie with me… [more]
Beauty + Fashion

I usually don't miss any of Estee Lauder's Bronze Goddess Collections, but I'm never this late to the fragrance party. Enter Bronze Goddess Capri Eau Fraîche my lightweight, airy, and divine summer … [More...]

I needed a new bright color to put on my nails. It seems as though the calendar says spring and a few weeks from summer, but the weather is saying something completely different. I wanted something to … [More...]

I admit that I haven't been on a motorcycle in over 20 years. A childhood friend did a wheelie with me on the back sans helmet and it scared the living daylights out of me. The thought of getting on … [More...]

There' is a new red lipstick in my collection and it is courtesy of Target and Poppy King. The sheer loveliness of Boots No 7 Poppy King Lipstick in History is great for spring. It is not as intense a … [More...]
Food + Wine

I visited PX Speakeasy for a few hours with my friend Marcia Frost. Marcia was in town doing a story for a magazine and she asked moi to tag along for some of the feasting and sipping. How could I … [More...]

I learn so many things from bloggers. Especially about food. Last year Joy featured Pulino's Bar & Pizzeria and raved about their breakfast pizza on one of her posts about New York. I added the … [More...]

I normally test and try different libations. I've ventured out much more than I used to. I have to thank my husband. I used to only be a wine girl, but I find myself loving spirits more and more. I … [More...]

Any given Saturday I'm home the Food Network is on in my house. The consistent cook in me loves Giada, Ina, Claire, and all things Iron Chef. My husband knows if it's Saturday, do not turn from the … [More...]
Travel

My girl getaways must involve a beach. This year's girl getaway was a needed rest and relaxation. After a few trying and busy months it seemed as if the girls wanted nothing to do but fly away like … [More...]

I have always loved water. I seriously think I should have been born under the Pisces sign, but I'm a true Sagittarius. Although, I was born to a Pisces mom. There are times I even go to bed with the … [More...]

I'm a certified beach babe. I love it. I can't get enough. I leave the beach only to think of my eminent return. I found the perfect beach tote to hold my magazines, sunscreen products, and beloved … [More...]

I love the idea of Canyon Ranch Miami Beach's Beauty Week. Canyon Ranch is a premier spa in Miami for wellness, relaxation, and getting back to yourself. Plus, it's Miami and you can never go wrong … [More...]
Yoga + Wellness

By the time you read this I will have finished my final teaching for my 200 hour yoga teacher training certification. It has been a long 3 months getting here. After my first class in 2006 I was … [More...]

I received Yoga For Women by Karin Björkegren last year, but I think it's a perfect opportunity to review the book for a new year. At this time of year the gym is more crowded, diets are being … [More...]

I have never had the pleasure of taking a Kathryn Budig yoga class or workshop. Sure she comes to DC, but I always am out of town. I have admired her from afar and actually stalk her Facebook page … [More...]

It's hard to believe that according to most people summer is over. I understand the Memorial Day to Labor Day concept, but for me if the temperature is higher than 70 degrees - it's still summer. … [More...]
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