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I was motivated to start a blog by reading all the wonderful talented individual's who have blogs out there. So, I want to make this blog about everyone who reads it. My family and God always comes first in my life. I want to share my experiences and in turn, hope to get feedback and ideas from you. I love unique things, I adore anything that sparkles (not over the top though) I love decorating, cooking, gardening, photography and shopping. My number one passion is photography! To me it becomes more than a picture, it can become a piece of art, or a beautiful memory. Decorating, though I am not a professional, and don't claim to be, has been a part of my life since I was very young, and just love searching and shopping for new ideas and incorporate the old, such as Mid-Century Modern and Hollywood Regency with contemporary. Living close to the Gulf of Mexico in Florida, and being of Hispanic heritage, I love cooking Mexican food, and love to share my authentic recipes. Though I live in Florida, my heart is in the desert southwest, and hope that my family and I will return there very soon…keep your fingers crossed that my prayers are answered SOON!!!

Sunday, September 12, 2010

Fall updating....



John Hardy



The Loft


The Loft

John Hardy

Alexis Bittar



Nars

Burberry

John Hardy

Juicy Couture

John Hardy


Uggs and Jimmy Choo


Fiona Paxton Torni Necklace


Fall 2010 Louis Vuitton


Michael Kors

Tory Burch


Michael Kors - Rose gold tone


Burberry Cosmetics

Chanel new fall colors

Uggs
Burberry

Burberry

Alexis Bittar

The Loft

Alexis Bittar
John Hardy
Alexis Bittar


Though living here in Florida, seems as though summer is still here, we've had unusual heat and humidity. But fall is everywhere in the stores, on TV and on the Internet, so that is reason enough for me to start thinking about updating my fall wardrobe and home decor. Just love the colors this season so warm, cozy and relaxing. It's time to get comfy, have those wonderful fall scents throughout the house, and hopefully soon, build a nice fire in the fireplace, or outside in the fire-pit, roast some marshmallows and enjoy some spiced apple cider and spend some quality time with my wonderful family. I hope some of these pictures will inspire you also. Enjoy!

Saturday, September 11, 2010

KEALI'I REICHEL sings IN MY LIFE (Hawaiian Style)

This song brings back such beautiful memories for me. Not just of Hawaii, but of so many wonderful people I have met in my life, and the amazing family I have. Though some are no longer here. I give thanks to God each and every day that I had them in my life, even if it was just for a short time. I also thank God for allowing me to visit Hawaii with my family, and will forever hold those memories close to my heart! There are no pictures or words that could ever describe it, but I believe that is what love and family is all about...you just can't put that type of love into words.

Friday, September 10, 2010

Decorating with Apothecary and other glass containers...







Photos taken from Bing and Google
Look in any style or home decorating magazine, or most clothing boutiques and you will see so many beautiful Apothecary or unique glass containers filled with fall decorations, Christmas glass bulbs, silk orchids, personal grooming items, lucky bamboo and even candy bars full of different colorful candy, such as pictured above. It's not just for the kids anymore, it's fun at any adult party, being a birthday, anniversary, wedding shower, New Years Eve or holiday party, and themed parties, just pick the color theme and have fun! They sparkle and add a touch of uniqueness to any decor. Prices vary, but for the most part they are a very inexpensive way to add your own personal touch to your home. I personally have them throughout my home, and love to change them up periodically. Though Christmas is when I display the majority of them. One of my favorite idea is to get a singular glass container with straight lines and add mercury glass Christmas trees or tree toppers, adds that extra sparkle, especially when all the Christmas lights reflect off of them. Though it is too early to talk about Christmas decorating (not for me), I will post pictures of those closer to the actual holiday - I always seem to get ahead of myself this time of year.
As a "huge" list maker and as a "way too early holiday planner" as my family calls me, I have picked out certain photos of my wonderful Grandparents and printed them in sepia, place those photos on card stock and will be incorporated into my Thanksgiving table scape this year. And right in the middle will be two glass Apothecary jars filled with the miniature pumpkins and fall leafs . Growing up in Ohio, each Thanksgiving was spent in at my Grandparents warm and wonderful home, with all my family, and there were at least 50 or more of us each year, these pictures and center pieces will be a great way to bring back all those wonderful childhood memories of those Thanksgivings long past. Let your imagine go wild and create something that is special for you and your family!

Thursday, September 9, 2010

Attention all handbag lovers!!!




Yves- Saint Laurent Studded Roady Hobo

Valento Glam Zebra Tote

Tods Ivy Sacca Media Bag

Louis Vuitton Shopper Momogram Etoile

Marc Jacobs Camille Satchel

Louis Vuitton Beverly GM

Balenciaga - Giant Day, in Rose Gold Hardware

Balenciaga Animal Print

Louis Vuitton Artsy MM and Artsy GM (largest)

Burberry


What is it about the fall season that just calls us to purchase new handbags? OK, nothing!!! It's just another good excuse to indulge ourselves in some of the latest or maybe last season's beautiful collection of handbags. I've added some of my favorites. As you can see Louis Vuitton is my passion, I actually get light headed when I walk into our local Louis Vuitton Boutique in Tampa, not even joking!! My opinion, the bigger the bag, the better. We can carry everything we could ever need all in one attractive place, you never know when we may need something, right??? I use to put my little Maltese, Armani in my LV Alma when he was just a baby, probably still could since he only weighs 4 1/2 pounds, and I took him with me everywhere. The good news is he never had an accident, if you know what I mean. I hope some of these pictures will inspire you to spoil yourself or someone you love and start this fall season off with something you really enjoy in the way of a new handbag...Happy Shopping!!!