After I've listened to all the Christmas music I can stand I need some real "grown folks" music to listen. I realize that I don't get a lot of today's music. I want music that I'm not embarrassed to have in my car when my mother is riding with me, but I also want someone [...]
The Tory Burch Foundation Celebrates National Business Womens Week
October 18, 2010 By 2 Comments
UPDATE: I've extended the contest until Monday, October 25. I have a girl crush on Tory Burc. It started with her ballet flats and then became a full-on obsession. She is a travel junkie and many of her designs are inspired by her travels. This week the fab Ms. Burch is celebrating National Business Women's [...]
Om Pretty: Yoga Journal’s May Cover Model – Faith Hunter of Shakti Mind Body Studio
April 7, 2010 By 7 Comments
Om Pretty: Yoga + Wine Workshop with Angela Gargano of Bliss Flow Yoga and Liquid Bliss
March 25, 2010 By 6 Comments
Bonne Anniversaire to the Potion Lady
February 23, 2010 By 14 Comments
There will never be another day like today. Today is my mother’s – the original potion lady’s 70th birthday. Yes, 70. She’s still teaching English, playing Granny basketball, and living life to the fullest. I wanted to write a special note to the woman who inspires me, teaches me, loves me, counsels me, and prays [...]
Beauty News: Pretty Powerful Campaign with Bobbi Brown Cosmetics Ends Today
February 9, 2010 By 1 Comment
Bobbi's Brown Pretty Powerful Campaign ends tonight. Have you submitted your video? This is what I received from the company. "For years, women have been reaching out to Bobbi Brown to provide them with beauty solutions, application tips and product suggestions. All of these women have ultimately inspired Bobbi in her daily life and work. [...]
CityShopGirl and Skincando Partner for a Washington, D.C. Scavenger Hunt
September 28, 2009 By 1 Comment
CityShopGirl and Skincando Partner for a Washington, D.C. Scavenger Hunt Supporting Area Retailers, Restaurants and Spas, Clues Available on Twitter. Two dozen DC area restaurants, spas and boutiques are participating, grand prize worth over $2500 What: Scavenger Hunt DC with CityShopGirl and Skincando When: runs October 5-October 17, 2009 Cocktail Party: October 17, 2009 6-9 [...]
Georgia NY Boutique is On My Mind
June 8, 2009 By 2 Comments
Lorain’s Touch Gardenia Soy Candle
May 18, 2009 By 1 Comment
If April showers, bring May flowers the delivery has to come in the form of a candle. Lorain's Touch Gardenia Soy Candle is the perfect spring accessory for my home. Spring and summer for me are definitely about flowers. I'm not a plant girl at all. But, flowers are my thing. I love lilies, roses, [...]
Happy Birthday Potion Lady!
February 23, 2008 By 4 Comments
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO MY WONDERFUL MOTHER – A/K/A "THE POTION LADY." I hope your birthday is filled with love, laughter, and joy. You are my best friend. You are my road dog, my ace, the one who I have smiled, laughed, cried, shopped with, read books with, and learned so much from. Except cooking – [...]
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