Just 15 Minutes….All To Myself!

Just 15 Minutes….All To Myself!

Things are steadily beginning to slow down after weeks of chaos.  My daughter and her husband lived with us for a couple of months after moving back from Saipan.  Now, they are in their own home preparing for the birth of their son. We joined our son and his new wife, plus the in-laws, for…

Wearing Autumn Spices!

Wearing Autumn Spices!

As I walked in the neighborhood this morning, the acorns crunched under my feet as if a crackling fire was nearby.  The hint of autumn seems to be around a little earlier than usual.  Oh, it is still hot…just not as hot as we are used to at this time.  But, I am really enjoying…

Joanna Coles: New Visible Icon

Joanna Coles: New Visible Icon

Lately, every time I see Joanna Coles, editor-in-chief of Marie Claire, I am drawn to what she is wearing. Coles portrays a strong, minimal, creative, chic look which I have been aspiring to for the past eighteen months. Most recently, she has been the “Tim-Gunn-figure” for Project Runway All Stars, and she always enters the…

Arsenic and Old Lace…And a Giveaway Too!

Arsenic and Old Lace…And a Giveaway Too!

Joni B jacket: Tuesday Morning Traveler’s Black Cami: Chicos Jana Kos Pencil Skirt Spanx Tights: Nordstroms Antonio Melani Shoes: Dillards   February….hearts…flowers…love…lace…It all seems to go together! So, a celebration of lace is a great way to begin this month as Jill and Adrienne planned. However, I have decided that there is a bit of arsenic…

Friday Fun!

Friday Fun!

Simply Vera Scarf and Bracelet: Kohls Cardigan: Stein mart Pencil Skirt:  Jana Kos Tights: Lane Bryant Boots: Ross Espirit Black Trench: Ross (Gigi talked me into leaving my glasses on…I am Just not feeling it!!) Happy Friday!! The lovely Ariane has tagged me for quite a lengthy “get-to-know-the-blogger” event. It involves answering 11 questions posed to…

Thrift Store Executive Board Meeting!

Thrift Store Executive Board Meeting!

Print Blouse:  Kohls Sigrid Olsen Long Sleeved T: Marshalls Jana Kos Brown Knit Pants Pointed Toe Flats: Old Navy I was so excited to see Serene at the Elegant Bohemian write about following our dreams! Make sure you go read her post….it is never too late to follow a dream. I would like to encourage all…

Skirt Celebration and Shabby Apple Giveaway!

Skirt Celebration and Shabby Apple Giveaway!

  Today, we are celebrating skirts! Skirts have just returned to my life in the last year and are a statement of confidence for me personally! Confidence that I am not embarrassed by my legs or any part of my body! I also love separates… like skirts… because they stretch your wardrobe….you can do…

Evaluating 2011

Evaluating 2011

Jana Kos Coat Liz Claiborne blouse: Marshalls Lane Bryant Denim Skirt and Tights Boots: Ross Simply Vera Bag: Kohls Neckalace: Stein Mart I hope you enjoyed all of the posts on life in San Antonio…you can certainly see that it is a city exploding in color…our Hispanic heritage rejoices over color! Experimenting with color was within…