Today my mom had to put her cat Alice down. Alice has been a member of the family for 17 years; she was a sweet, strong, fabulous little kitty woman and my mom’s dear roommate for years. Sunday, we went to my mom’s house for Easter. My sister set up an egg hunt for Emerson….
When it’s Spring Break, it’s time for the tourists to swarm upon our Nation’s Capital. Though the Metro is pretty quiet during the morning commute, once it’s 9:30 out comes the families, the sight-seers, the day trippers. It can be annoying as a local yokel (hey folks, stand on the right side of the escalator,…
I know how magazines work. Companies send them stuff, hoping it will get featured in their magazine. Sometimes the magazine editors really use the product and love it, sometimes they include it because it fits the concept of the page, sometimes there are other reasons why a product is featured. I don’t buy sometimes just…
I bought this. I really like it, and am anxious to wear it. The thing is, it is white. Really, really white. Do I have to wait until Memorial Day? Or can I add strategic accessories and do it earlier? I was thinking of adding a cardigan or a jacket and a red necklace to…
What is the best way to clean suede shoes? I have a pair of teal suede wedges that I adore but that are looking a little rough. The teal is very bright and I don’t want it to fade. Any suggestions? 1. Get thee a suede-cleaning kit! Suede cleaning kits can be found at most…
Black dress – Merona for Target (no longer available) Teal suede pumps – Jessica Simpson “Terrance” (no longer available) Silver necklace – Ann Taylor (no longer available) An early start today, but my husband was also up early so he tried to take a picture of my outfit before I left today. Still dark out,…
Black tee – Ann Taylor LOFTBlack belt – Lauren for Ralph LaurenBlack and white skirt – Carole Little (purchased at Marshall’s several years ago)Black patent peeptoe heels – Nine West “Masquerader” (no longer available – similar) Another item from the attic. I remember the last time I wore this skirt, it was so tight it…
Last night, my sister hosted a Passover Seder. The day was very warm, and I knew it would be warm in my sister’s house with all the guests, so I did a quick change before heading over. Black ponte dress – Ann Taylor (at least three years old – found in the attic this weekend)Scarf…
Someone asked me in the comments what I chose to purchase for the Ann Taylor Friends & Family which took place a couple weeks ago. Not much. That’s why I didn’t respond. However in the past few days, Ann Taylor has been offering 40% off the entire store (this promo is still going on today!),…