Jason and I celebrated our last anniversary by eating out at The Melting Pot. The cheese fondue is accompanied with artisan breads and vegetables for dipping. There are an array of different cheese fondue, each pot made with different seasonings, garlic, lemon, white wine… Our entrée included filet, herb-crusted chicken, white shrimp, wild mushrooms. I love that you can … Continue reading »
B.Y.O.V. (bring your own vase) this mother’s day
A creative idea for adding a little something extra to your flower bouquet, B.Y.O.V. A simple idea I found on the pages of ediTORIal. Bring in your own vase to your local florist, and they can create a memorable arrangement. I really love this idea. Almost anything may be used… mason jars, glass jugs, teacups, etc. … Continue reading »
Soul surfer
Last weekend I had an amazing opportunity to listen to Bethany Hamilton speak of her experiences both on and off the surf board. If you don’t know her story, check out Soul Surfer (which is now also a book). Her message was simple… be positive, have faith and passion. Her non-profit organization, Friends of Bethany, … Continue reading »
Lavender
I came across L’Occitane En Provence on a recent trip to the Fashion Show Mall here in Las Vegas. The newly situated store had a beautiful display of dried lavender at its entrance. I snapped a photo and then started thinking about ways I could use this lovely ingredient. Here are a couple of my favorite ideas… … Continue reading »
Car themed party
Tommy is almost two years of age. He is so into cars that it was an obvious choice to embrace a race car theme for his birthday party. I cannot wait to see the look on his face when he is surrounded by his favourite toy, gifts & cake! I love this particular party decor by Keren Precel, seen on Lilsugar… A vintage … Continue reading »
Lucky gold
In need of a little bit of luck? These shimmery, metallic rocks can add a fun element to your St. Patrick’s day decor. A little gold paint, a handful of stones and some kind of stencil are all you need to make these pretty rocks… from Yesterday on Tuesday. Hope all your wishes come true this St. Patrick’s … Continue reading »
Love love love
2 years ago today, my husband and I had the opportunity to see an ultrasound of our soon-to-be newborn baby. I was amazed to see his little heart beating and pumping blood. I made sure to have this photo labeled “heart,” seeing how it was Valentine’s day. So Special. Now he is almost two. Into … Continue reading »
Live inspired
After Christmas and before ringing in the new year, Jason, Tommy and I had the chance to head back to California. Many of our summer days were spent along the coast and I have been wanting to go back for months. There is something so relaxing about being close to the water, walking along the boardwalk under the winter sun, … Continue reading »
Cheers and inspiration
The weather is cool, the mountain peaks surrounding Las Vegas are now covered with snow, and the holidays are upon us. We have been filling our home with cheer… making new traditions that might be passed down in the family, and holding close the memories and traditions from our own childhood. With our parents, siblings … Continue reading »
Handmade gifts
WIth Christmas only days away, I thought I would share some favorite handmade gifts to make: Christmas in a jar… this DIY gift idea builds on a basic sugar scrub recipe, using raspberry juice to color the scrub red and some peppermint essential oil. Peppermint candy cane sugar scrub from The Idea Room. This fort … Continue reading »
