Heritage, Home, Christmas!

Heritage, Home, Christmas!

My sweet friend, Debby from INSPIRED DESIGN, asked me recently to show more of my Christmas decor.  Since I love it so much, I am happy to do just that! My Christmas decor is first a tribute to our family heritage on both sides.  I have special decorations from each grandmother.  My mom gave us…

But Baby It’s Hot Outside! (Plus Hot Sale!)

But Baby It’s Hot Outside! (Plus Hot Sale!)

This picture is an oxymoron!  Typically, I would not be pictured among my Christmas decor in a thin, summer poncho!  But, this is not a typical fall season in San Antonio! When it was time to dress for my date night to celebrate our anniversary, I was sweating from the humidity and temps in the…

Soft Surroundings…My Dream Store

Soft Surroundings…My Dream Store

If I could design my dream clothing store, it would look something like this:        Attentive, Knowledgeable service with a smile        Classic wardrobe selections like you might find at a Talbot’s        Fun, creative wardrobe selections like you might find at Chico’s        Unique accessories….fun shoes…

Fabulous Fashion and A Giveaway on Top!  Also, Watch Me on TV!

Fabulous Fashion and A Giveaway on Top! Also, Watch Me on TV!

I have been a fan of Soft Surroundings for a long time….but this afternoon it went to a whole new level.  If you have loved their catalogs, then you simply must visit a Soft Surroundings store location! They sent me this fun Casablanca Topper to wear for my visit and I think it is my husband’s…

On My Way…

On My Way…

I am about to head out for some time with the Yvonne, the manager at our new Soft Surroundings store.  Gigi is joining me for this special preview.  There will be a full report later today accompanied by a Soft Surroundings giveaway. Hope you will join us and register to win.  Have a wonderful Sunday…see…

Goodwill, Holiday Fashion, High Tea, TV….such fun!

Goodwill, Holiday Fashion, High Tea, TV….such fun!

I joined Goodwill SA Marketing Manager, Melissa Mireles, this morning for an appearance on the Saturday morning news! Isn’t Melissa cute…she looks so great after having her second child this past October! Melissa brought some great DIY ideas from Pinterest using items found at Goodwill SA.  I discussed dressing for holiday parties and evenings out with…

I AM WOMAN!

I AM WOMAN!

When you feel the need to whine about all that is going on around you, just remember, we are women…wired differently…able to multi-task by birthright…unfortunate for men, the poor dears, they just are not designed to handle doing several different jobs all at once!  (OK, be gentle in the comments) My life as a peaceful…

Pencil Skirt Power and Skirt Winner!

Pencil Skirt Power and Skirt Winner!

You.Are.Amazing. As. you. are. Stronger than you know. More beautiful than you think. Worthier than you believe. More loved than you can ever imagine. Passionate about making a difference. Fiery when protecting those you love. Learning. Growing. Not alone. Warm. Giving. Generous. Quirky. Sexy. Funny. Smart. Flawed. Whole. Scared. Brave. And so, so, so.much.more. Be…