Do you notice that when you get back from a great vacation your memories make that vacation seem even better because you constantly replay the good times in your head? The same is true with a great dance performance; you think about it and replay favorite parts that are forever etched in your memory. It …
A Toast to Kate and Wills: Cheers, Felicitations, and Best Wishes!
I’ve been singing Carly Simon’s Anticipation for days! I cannot wait for the Royal Wedding! The anticipation of the dress, the new and old traditions, the fairy tale… I am a hopeless romantic and like many American girls, I grew up on princess fairy tales: Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Snow White… I am tickled pink to …
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Catherine de Medici: Italian Duchess, French Queen, Renaissance Legend
Caterina de Medici was a survivor! She was born in Florence, Italy in 1562 and was raised without parents, orphaned as an infant then taken hostage during the Italian Wars. The young Duchessina (little Duchess) was wanted dead at thirteen and locked up in a convent. She cut her hair all off and wore …
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San Antonio: The Venice of South Texas
Ahh! San Antonio…the smell of Tex-Mex, the sound of mariachi bands, and the sight of the River Walk. It’s like stepping into a quaint foreign village; the little Venice of Texas! Savoring Texas history, food, and entertainment on a weekend trip can be fulfilling for not just our children but the child inside all of …
Elizabeth Taylor: National Princess
I always loved the fact that my middle name is Elizabeth; not just for my great aunt who I was named after but because it sounds so glamorous-like Elizabeth Taylor. When Elizabeth was born the doctor told her mother she had a mutation, her mother didn’t seem too worried when she found out it was …
Swimsuit Confidence…for all women at every age
Women are on a constant quest to find the perfect swimsuit that flatters their shape. There are so many different body types. Women go through so many changes including puberty, pregnancy, post pregnancy, weight gain and loss…We have so many souvenirs in our pockets: wrinkles, age spots, scars, baby bulges… The good news is that …
Apricot Lane: Fashion is art…contests and more!
Shopping in the spring/summer season means: romantic florals with a touch of leopard print, flowy peasant blouses, colors like navy, purple, and coral. You might be working in an office or heading to the playground for a play date. The good news is you can find it all here with a staff that can show …
May the road rise to meet you
My husband and I recently watched the NBC show, Who Do You Think You Are? In the episode, Rosie O’Donnell travels to Ireland to find out more about her mother’s family. I kept thinking how I would love to go to Ireland and trace my relatives like Rosie. I’ve had many vivid dreams of Ireland …
Our Daily Juice: Sweep the Kitchen
My husband says there’s just something about fresh juice, it sets you right! It feels so good to give it to the ones I love knowing that what I give them will love them back. My juicer was a birthday present from my husband almost five years ago when I was pregnant with my …
Spring Forward Fashion: Shopping in Your Neck of the Woods
Photo: Trends for the spring all in one photo: bright colors, ’70s boho chic, wide leg high waisted pants, and eclectic prints. Freshen up your look this spring season with fashion trends that add a zip to your step. Shopping to select trends which suit your personality is easy this season. Fashion should be fun! If it …
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Edie Brickell: My First Musical Love
Do you remember your first music concert? The memory is a bit like the feeling you experienced from the rush of your first infatuation … that delightful, dreamy feeling you never wanted to end and it always holds a special place in your heart leaving a mark on it forever. My first concert was Edie …
And Then He Kissed Me
Once upon a time in the far off land of Tuscaloosa, Alabama I met my prince! To meet him I had to walk through prickly thorn forest, a dark scary cave, and thief ally. A night I tell almost no one about (especially not my mother)… I was on a group date with my best …