Special Occasions
I’m Finally Here
Dear World, Yup! I’m here. I finally decided to come out of my Mommy and meet you all. As you can imagine, she has been busy recuperating from the ordeal of shoving me into this world on March 23. Although I wasn’t too big (7 lbs. 15 oz 21 inches) I forced her to separate … Continue reading
Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss
Dear Bakerella, I need you to know that you are my hero. Although I adore crafting, baking if beyond me. These Lorax themed cake pops almost make me want to pick up some mixing bowls and confectionary sugar. How perfect for today’s combo of Dr. Seuss’ birthday and the release of the Lorax movie. First … Continue reading
Four Fun and Cheap Halloween Decorating Ideas
Dear Halloween Lovers, I need to begin by stating that Halloween is sort of my favorite holiday. It’s an entire holiday devoted to pretending to be someone you’re not and getting a sugar high. What could be better? The only issue I have with Halloween decorations is that they can turn tacky rather quickly. If … Continue reading
Rushing the season?
Is it too early to start thinking about Halloween? The new Pottery Barn catalogue that came to my front door got me in the spooky spirit!
Wine Paraphanalia
Dear Wine Enthusiasts, My sorority sisters and I have a wine weekend tradition. In honor of this upcoming weekend I am featuring some of the best wine gadgets I have ever seen. My pal Lynsay indulges my wine addiction by getting me the best products-both of these she purchased for me. The first is the … Continue reading
Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss!
Dear Dr. Seuss, No one has ever twisted the English language as whimsically and poetically as you. Yesterday elementary schools across America celebrated the 107 anniversary of your birth. Every year my school decorates the front lobby for the occasion. This year we used blue bulletin board paper to create a Seussy sky, and hung … Continue reading
In Celebration of Sisterhood
Dear Women of the World, Best friend is such an empty phrase. Eight-year-old girls drop the “I’ll be your best friend” a dozen times a day during recess. “Best friend” doesn’t seem strong enough to encapsulate the rare and magical quality of a woman who’s stood by your side through thick and thin. Just like … Continue reading