Fresh Style

From a computer virus, catching up on QT with my guy, and Memorial Day festivities I feel so detached from the blog world!  I know I know...Sometimes it's a good thing to "unplug" yourself for a few days, but, I'm beyond ready to plug back in!

I just stumbled upon this new mag Fresh Style (new to me...forgive me if you discovered while I was MIA)
I'm kind of going bonkers over this one...I will be ordering my copy of the first issue TODAY! 

Fresh Style was created by the publishers of Summer Cottage and features tons of DIY's, tips from the experts, and lots of blogger features!

Make sure to also check out the blog here

Have you had a chance to check out the premiere issue??

I Spy...

Tassels

Prepare yourself for the sexiness that is Christian Louboutin

I can honestly say...I have never met a pair of Louboutin's that weren't completely drool worthy!

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Quote Of The Week...

"The secret of happiness is freedom.

The secret of freedom is courage."

-Thucydides

Wishing everyone a Happy Memorial Day!

Sunday Sanctuary

Happy Sunday all...Thought I would pop in for a second before wrapping up an amazing Memorial Day weekend. I'm off to the intercoastal to continue celebrating with Florida friends!!

How has your weekend been?? Did you enjoy lots of cookouts and gorgeous sun rays??

I sure would love to have this home (duh who wouldn't) and area to entertain friends and family on holiday weekends!!

Happy Weekend

Wishing everyone a Happy Memorial Weekend...With lots of fun in the sun!!

I am soaking up every sun ray available in South Beach!!

So what are your plans for the big weekend??

Etsy Shop Of The Day...

Morning dolls! First off I'd like to apologize for my lack of blogging this week! A nasty virus has taken over my computer and I have finally come to the realization that I need to call in the experts!!

I'm at the airport now heading to South Florida so I thought I would give my blogger app a try and do an quick post before hopping on the plane!! So please bare with me if things look a little odd!! ; )

This weeks Etsy shop comes out of Virginia!! I swear a girl can never have too many clutches especially when they're this cute!!

Tamras Bag

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For The Love Of Cooking...

I'm so ready to hop on the plane and head down to sunny south Florida tomorrow!!

The first thing my guy and I plan to do is make a bee-line straight to the intercoastal and have some delish seafood! 

Salmon Burgers

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Fish Kabobs with Cherry Tomatoes

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Sea Bass with Creamy Herb Sauce

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Seriously my mouth is watering!!

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Fun and Flirty

Yellow

I'm off to South Beach in 2 days (happy dance) so the only thing on my mind are those bright and bold Miami colors!!

I'm not sure why this yummy Kate Spade clutch still hasn't found it's way to my closet!!

It's beyond perfect for summer!

This one shoulder bikini is fierce!!!

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Quote Of The Week...

I've learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow!

-Maya Angelou

Sunday Sanctuary

How was your weekend??

The weather has been absolutely perfect and I'm taking full advantage and spending every free moment outside!!
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I am a HUGE fan of interior designer Jamie Drake...He is in my opinion the King of Color!!

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No More Oopsies

I cannot begin to tell you how many times I have locked myself out of my house!!

I have a push to start car so I just leave my keys in bag 90% of the time.  There is that 10% of the time I walk in my house toss my keys and then dash back out the door totally forgetting to grab my house keys!  My poor parents seem to get a call at least ONCE a month from me saying "Oops...I did it again" 

(Have I mentioned lately how much I love my parents and how they really must love me to deal with all my debacles??)

So...I got to thinking maybe I should get an extra cute key hook and hang in my new office!  This way I will have to use it (bc it's extra cute) and hang my keys were they are sure not to be missed on my way out the door! 

Sound like a good plan??? 

Aren't these just darling??

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Etsy Shop Of The Day...

Last month I featured an I Spy on the fun and fresh throwback friendship bracelets! (see here)
Well, my "spare time" is limited these days so I went to the experts! ; )

Was so happy to add these three to my collection!

Colors so perfect for summer!

See more of the shop here!

**10% OF THE PROCEEDS GO TO ST. JUDE'S CHILDREN CANCER RESEARCH**

It Taste Just Like Candy

 I will be the first to admit my candy obsession is ridiculous!!
I'm not a huge chocolate fan but, you will NEVER see me turn down a sour patch kid, twizzler, starburst, now or later, chewy spree...ok I mean seriously is there a rehab for candyholics??

It takes 28 days to break a habit and I have no immediate plans on breaking this delicious habit so I give you 5 candylicious cocktails via Celebrations at Home!

The Jolly Green Rancher

 
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Lemon Drop Martini


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Twizzler Lemonade Cocktail

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Watermelon Candy Rock Swizzle

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Peppermint Infused Vodka Martini

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For The Love Of Cooking...

Tomato Salad

The perfect side dish for any summertime cookout!

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And no cookout is complete until you add some good old southern sweet tea...here's a jazzed up version to try this summer!

Citrus Tea

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