The Rack At The Back!

The Rack At The Back!

For a few brief moments….cool breezes are blowing in San Antonio.  I cannot really call 55 degrees cold…but cool, for sure.  Since our time of cold is a very short window, it is difficult to justify spending big bucks on cold weather clothes…especially cashmere…even as wonderful as it is. Jacket:  Goodwill KOHLS JEANS Liz Claiborne…

Military Fashion With Much More Than A Scarf

Military Fashion With Much More Than A Scarf

“This nation will remain the land of the free, as long as it is the home of the brave.”  Elmer Davis I cherish each one of you who reads this blog, and I recognize that many are from other countries.  For a few minutes each day, we lay down our differences and nationalities and become…

Christmas!! Really???

Christmas!! Really???

I just cannot believe that Kohls is playing Christmas carols and Black Friday commercials are running…where did autumn go?? It’s time to start making lists…and check them twice…you know lists for gifts…lists for Thanksgiving meals…lists for cards or special remembrances…lists, lists,lists!  I have to admit when I heard “Here Comes Santa Claus” entering the doors…

Maybe This Weekend….

Maybe This Weekend….

I will go look for this fabulous topper!  Soft Surroundings has opened a new location in our beautiful Shops at La Cantera outdoor mall.  This is one store where I get as lost in the beautiful home furnishings as I do in the clothing. If I get by there this weekend, I will look for the Casablanca Topper first….I…

Autumn Recipes and Clothes with Heat!

Autumn Recipes and Clothes with Heat!

It’s been hot in my kitchen and hot outside…so, let’s start in the kitchen!  As promised, here are the two recipes from last weekend’s autumn-themed bridal shower!!: A Great Pumpkin Cheese Ball Crush one cup of walnuts, very fine, in the food processor and set aside. Blend together one 8-oz. package of cream cheese (softened);…

Red!

Red!

After a long, emotional election….maybe some of you are seeing red this morning.  Possibly, your candidate lost, or your initiative didn’t pass, or you had difficulty voting.  Whatever the reason, it is much better to wear red on the body than on the face! I love this red pencil skirt!  I can style in many…

Bloggers Can Make A Difference Day!  Vote and Aid Hurricane Victims

Bloggers Can Make A Difference Day! Vote and Aid Hurricane Victims

Yes, it is make a difference day….make sure you vote and keep reading for how we can directly help some hurricane victims!  My advice for voting attire would be the same as dressing to shop Black Friday…seriously!  Make sure you Wear comfortable shoes Wear layers…it may be cold when you get in line and gradually…

Visible Autumn Bridal Shower!

Visible Autumn Bridal Shower!

Historically, bridal showers are said to have started in the 1500s when a couple could not afford a dowry…some say it goes all the way back to planned marriages in the Middle East when the older women would prepare homes for the young couples.  Nevertheless, I hope this is a tradition which will not change…where…