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First of all, I want to extend my thoughts and prayers to the people in Helene's path. We've lived through a couple of hurricanes, and they have been pretty scary and devastating.
This week I caught up with an old tennis buddy and also had lunch with two dear friends in the 'hood. The Mister and I also popped down to Dallas to take our #2 out for her birthday. We went to a new spot to us, Goodwins. It had great food, superb service, and lousy parking.
Meet our baby in a box. Miss Lucy had some issues sitting up and staying up, so her parents devised this brilliant idea. As you can see, she loves it.
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This Atlanta home restoration is amazing! Click here to see more.
This lakeside cottage is a beauty!
Tour this lovely 1920s home designed by Phillip Thomas in the Berkshires here.
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I have a BIG announcement.
Over the past twelve years of blogging, people have contacted me and asked me many questions.
One question is by far the most popular.
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Where did you get your monogram necklace?
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The Mister gave me that pendant thirty-four years ago. It was the first item that I received with my married monogram. Initially, no pun was intended; it was a pin. About 15 years ago, one of the Real Housewives wore a monogram on a chain, and I loved the look. So I visited my favorite jeweler and had a hook put on it. I've worn it around my wrinkled neck ever since and never take it off. I love mixing it with my pearls and gold chains, and I get many compliments.
Now for the good news: We are collaborating with Jane Basch Jewelers to create an exact replica of my pendant with your initials, of course.
If you are interested, click here.
Winner "Best Taste - Savory"
DOMINICAN FRITURA DOG
by Justin Martinez
Winner "Best Taste - Sweet"
ROUSSO’S COTTON CANDY BACON ON A STICK
by Isaac Rousso
Winner "Most Creative"
TEXAS SUGAR RUSH PICKLES
by Heather Perkins
The State Fair of Texas opens today, and here are some winners in the food category.
A word of advice: keep the cotton candy away from little ones.
Take it from me; it's not pretty.
Here's an interesting take on Airline Miles Programs.
Do you suffer from mild anxiety?
This article makes a lot of sense.
Have you ever heard of a town that banned Instagrammers?
If not, read this.
I love roast chicken, especially the crispy skin. It also makes the house smell good. Here are some tips on making the BEST roast chicken.
'Tis the season to go apple picking. Here are 21 healthy apple recipes, and they look darn good!
Mister, are you listening?
As a side note, I enjoyed his son's memoir over the Summer.
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This looks good.
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For all you true crime aficionados out there.
Sounds like Love Boat with a hot doc.
Count me in.
My favorite cooking competition show is back tonight!!!!
It's back on Saturday night!
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Talbots is running its 40% off one item, 30% off everything else promotion.
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More colors!
Great color!
Great deal!
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I would highly recommend adding the new Matlock series to your Watchlist! Kathy Bates stars in it and it is fantastic! The twist at the end is so so good!! Enjoy 😊
ReplyDeleteYour granddaughter is adorable...love her big bows. I was one of the ones who awhile asked about your necklace. Unfortunately that is way over my price range. Thanks tho for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI've always admired your pendant, Katie.
ReplyDeleteWould you ever put together your favorite books ? I know there are many but would love a list since I try to keep your suggestions
ReplyDeleteMiss Lucy Miss Lucy Miss Lucy x/o
ReplyDeleteOkay that pic of Lucy is the best! I think you need a Christmas sled in your living room! Happy Weekend! xo laura PS Just finished the perfect couple. I think you read the book. laura
ReplyDeleteLucy is just adorable! What a precious little soul. Your monogramed necklace is beautiful and I have one that uses part of our last name-which is what my hubby goes by. It is also used as our wedding rings. I read the story about Pomfret, Vermont. So sad that the area has been so disrespected by tourists. Sad, too, that it had to come with a price tag to close the roads there.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful weekend, my friend. xo Diana
Lucy in a box is adorable! Goodwins. The menu does look really good, but Greenville has always been hard to find a parking spot. Do they have valet or did you have to drive around until you found one? Love your necklace and also noticed some pretty bracelets on the website. Always enjoy the home tours that you link and am adding several of those shows to our list. Melissa B in Frisco
ReplyDeleteThanks for doing the collaboration for the pendant- I’ll let my mister know about it.
ReplyDeleteAppreciate the links as well. I watched the first episode of Matlock with Kathy Bates & loved it. Enjoy your weekend! m in CA & miss the Hawaiian beaches
Such a great accumulation of links, girlfriend! A chock full post. Glad to have you back. You are a little bit of sunshine in my email. 😘.....Gray (state of gray)
ReplyDeleteWorking on my comeback!