Pencil Bouquets
I am about to say something shocking…Something nobody talks about. This is top secret information. Are you ready? Okay, here it goes… Kids make messes. What? You all ready knew that? Well, then, you...
View ArticleIt’s The Little Things: Salt Shakers
One day, many years ago, I witnessed something very traumatic. It scarred me for life. It made me even more neurotic and weird than I was before. “What could this be?” You ask. Well, let me tell you…...
View ArticleIt’s The Little Things: Sopapillas
Friends, you knew this was a comin’. Have you ever heard of these? I had not until about a month ago. I promptly wrote my friends a lengthy email filled with my love for these new found treats. Only...
View ArticleIt’s The Little Things: Candles
I know it seems silly, but to me, candles are luxurious. And I own a ton of them. All bought on sale, of course. But, you see, I rarely get an opportunity to burn them. I cook a lot. Almost every...
View ArticleIt’s The Little Things: Iden Bee Propolis
Iden Bee Propolis I only get my hair done every three to four months. It is one of the weird things I am cheap about. I am due for a salon visit soon. I discovered this shampoo and conditioner two...
View ArticleIt’s The Little Things: Vintage Moroccan Chest
Pinterest. There are so many beautiful things. So much eye candy. I can get overwhelmed. Someone pinned a picture of this Moroccan chest a couple of months ago. I was intrigued. I had no idea that it...
View ArticleIt’s The Little Things: Peonies
I love peonies! I never know how to say this word. I love those flowers. They are only available here in Southern California from mid May to early June. I have also heard you cannot grow them where we...
View ArticleIt’s The Little Things: Coffee Cups
How many of us have way too many coffee cups? I know I am not alone, because I have been to my friends’ houses. I have seen their collections. I have even used them. What is it about coffee cups that...
View ArticleIt’s The Little Things: Facial Wipes
I am a believer. A convert. If you will. I tried these facial wipes on a whim from a sample. I thought they felt good and uncharacteristically bought a pack. My skin showed improvement within two...
View ArticleIt’s The Little Things: Yellow Earrings
These little balls make me so happy. I bought them in New York City. New York City is one of my favorite places in the world. I cannot believe it has been two and a half years since I have been there....
View ArticleIt’s The Little Things: The Big Ol’ Beast
Dragons. Gnomes. Fantasy. We love it all. When I first met my husband, he had a collection of dragons. We have added to it over the years. In fact, our recent bathroom remodel had to accommodate a...
View ArticleIt’s The Little Things: Butter Dishes
I love a butter dish. They come in so many different varieties, colors, shapes, and patterns. It is nice to have something pretty to set on the table. Especially something to accompany something as...
View ArticleIt’s The Little Things: Anthropologie’s Layering Necklaces
I remember when these first came out a couple of months ago. I was smitten. I wanted them all. I would put them in my cart. Then take them out. Then put them in. And so on. Then, they unexpectedly...
View ArticleIt’s The Little Things: Dog Collars
Dog Collars. The varieties are endless. The choices overwhelming. I like to accessorize my pet, without actually accessorizing my pet. Enter the dog collar. Jewelry for your dog that nobody questions....
View ArticleIt’s The Little Things: Small Buys
Last week, I had a return to do at Anthropologie. I did the return. But, I also could not resist two things. They were small home items: This adorable butter dish. Holy moly! How cute is this? Polka...
View ArticleIt’s The Little Things: Getting Your Hair Done
I feel like the biggest dork doing a post on this, but I am bursting with excitement! I have been really depressed this week. The kids going back to school is looming. I spent three days in a row in...
View ArticleIt’s The Little Things: Flats From H&M
I have a love/hate/indifferent attitude towards shoes. I would go barefoot if it was socially acceptable. I love going to people’s houses where you have to take off your shoes. “Don’t mind if I do.”...
View ArticleIt’s The Little Things: Red, Red Wine
You make me feel so… Divine. I like wine. But I am not a wine snob. In fact, I really do not know all that much about it, despite the many tastings and tours I have been on. I do know what I like,...
View ArticleIt’s The Little Things: Organic Brown Sugar
I know I have all ready done a post about chocolate chip cookies. The situation is this: that will not be the first or the last time I discuss these treats. These cookies are my blood. They lift my...
View ArticleIt’s The Little Things: Good Mascara
I am very spoiled when it comes to mascara. My mom always surprises me with a new one. It is such a treat. Recently she purchased me Benefit’s “They’re Real!” Mascara. I used it for a month. I was not...
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