Mary Kay’s Really Red Lipstick
In my quest to wear more red lipstick, I bring you the first red of my 30 Before 40 list. She's a beauty.… [more]
Destination Pretty: Wanderlust Yoga + Music Festival
Finally. These are the words that I uttered when I decided it was time I high tail it to a Wanderlust… [more]
Sebastian Signs Perfume No. 44
I don't know how I came across Sebastian Signs Perfume No. 44, but I am thankful everyday I did. Sebastian… [more]
Partner Spotlight: Groupon
Who doesn’t want to have a relaxing massage, eat at that fancy restaurant or take that unforgettable… [more]
Beauty + Fashion

In my quest to wear more red lipstick, I bring you the first red of my 30 Before 40 list. She's a beauty. Her name is Really Red and she's by Mary Kay. Don't go there. I know what you are thinking. … [More...]

I don't know how I came across Sebastian Signs Perfume No. 44, but I am thankful everyday I did. Sebastian Signs is a boutique fragrance company with essential oils and perfumes. I'm a sucker for … [More...]

Who doesn’t want to have a relaxing massage, eat at that fancy restaurant or take that unforgettable vacation? These are the things that add quality to our lives. They enhance our lives and help us … [More...]

To my Houston dolls here is an event happening tomorrow that will be fun and prepare you for Spring. Well, with Houston weather it's always two seasons - Spring and Summer. All Twisted By Design is … [More...]
Food + Wine

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...]

Today marks the end of a 10-day detox. I have been working with a new doctor who practices naturopathy because I'm trying to work on a holistic routine to my wellness initiative. I've felt better than … [More...]

I was recently in Buenos Aires, Argentina where I tasted amazing wines, feasted on delicious food, and explored a city that I fell in love with several years ago. A discovery I made there was Crios … [More...]
Travel

Finally. These are the words that I uttered when I decided it was time I high tail it to a Wanderlust Festival this year. After going back and forth between locations (California, Colorado, & … [More...]

I just got back from St. Maarten and I'm ready to hit the road again. This was the first trip in a long time where I was committed to some type of movement every day. I was definitely walking a lot, … [More...]

Whenever I travel I carry tons of pouches. I like to separate my toiletries into categories - face, hair, body, etc. I also use pouches to carry my snacks, tea, and other inflight accoutrements I may … [More...]

Man plans and God laughs. This has been a favorite saying of mine and it rang true this past April. I have always believed in living well which includes beauty, travel, food and wellness. I feel I can … [More...]
Yoga + Wellness

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...]

I've chronicled before how I seem to have trouble sleeping. I just spent a week at Rancho La Puerta in Mexico and my lack of sleep went away with fresh food, fun workouts, and getting away. [A … [More...]
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