Literature Snippet…

“I wanted change and excitement

and to shoot off in all directions myself,

like the colored arrows from a Fourth of July rocket.”

—Sylvia Plath, The Bell Jar

 

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Tuesday Inspiration…

Inspired by celebrations today…

…because today is my 29th B-Day!!

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Movie Monday…

Jake: Happy birthday, Samantha. Make a wish.
Samantha: Well, it already came true.

~Sixteen Candles (1984)

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Cinco de Mayo–Derby…

It’s the weekend…woohoo!

And if that wasn’t enough to make you want to celebrate it’s also Cinco de Mayo & the Kentucky Derby tomorrow!  If you feel so inclined to toast the occasion(s) here are two delicious recipes from the mouth-watering blog How Sweet It Is which will be sure to get you in the mood…

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For the fiesta known as Cinco de Mayo…

{Crockpot Beer Carnitas Tacos}

For the extravagant, Southern charm of the Derby…

{Cherry Mint Julep Slushies}

…Cheers to a beautiful May weekend!!

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Countdown to Champagne…

I fly home tonight and can barely wait to ring in the New Year among friends!!

Let the countdown to champagne toasts begin…

…What are your plans for New Year’s Eve?

I hope you all have a very happy (and safe) celebration!

Cheers!!

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Spooky Spirits…

Here are some spooky spirits from the one & only Martha Stewart to celebrate Halloween in scary style!

Click on the photos for recipes & directions!

{Pina Ghoulada}

{Lychee & Grape Eyeball Martinis}

{Spooky Halloween Spirits}

{Eyeball Highballs}

{Black Lagoon Cocktail}

Check out Martha Stewart’s site for more drinks…is your mouth-watering yet? Cheers!

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Boo-tiful Treats…

Well folks it’s the weekend before Halloween…are any of you having a party?  Wouldn’t these be some “spook-tacular” treats to serve up for friends!

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…Do you have a favorite Halloween candy or treat?  Mine would have to be Twix or Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups…yum!

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Bar Cart Beauty…

I’m currently lovin’ the idea of a bar cart at home…because every time I see a photograph of one it brings to mind:

** being a gracious hostess * simple & easy entertaining * creating memories * lots of laughter **

Here is some Bar-Cart Inspiration:

…what do you think? Would you belly up to one of these bars?

I think I would!!

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