Entries from January 2010

Sunday, January 31st, 2010

i love today: sunshine, french toast, children’s books, old cast-iron skillets

I love today. After waking up fairly early (way before noon!), rolling around in bed and piddling around a bit in the shower, I grabbed a delicious breakfast (French toast of course) at First Watch with a nice person. It’s been a while since I’ve been to First Watch; the wait wasn’t terrible (spent 10 [...]

Saturday, January 30th, 2010

perfume reviews: burberry london

Burberry London is my go-to perfume. It’s appropriate for day or evening because it’s soft yet inviting—fine for a date night or just another day at the office. Every time I wear Burberry London, my good friend and coworker Gina raves about what I’m wearing (I’m sure she’s been bugging her husband about picking up [...]

Friday, January 29th, 2010

perfume reviews: pure turquoise by ralph lauren

Everything I learned about beauty comes from my mother. While she doesn’t covet expensive, designer makeup like I do, she does have a nose for designer perfume. I grew up smelling Chanel No. 5, Yves St. Laurent Opium and White Diamonds by Elizabeth Taylor. Judging from these perfume choices, it’s evident my mother is a [...]

Thursday, January 28th, 2010

lady gaga cupcakes testimonials and more sunday baking fun

I’ve been the most popular girl at work this week thanks to my Sunday baking spree. On Monday, I brought homemade, whole-wheat-powdered-sugar-double-chocolate-chip-cookies to the office—I was lucky to be able to snag two for myself. Tuesday, I brought in a batch of funky cupcakes that I decorated on a whim. It was interesting to note [...]

Monday, January 25th, 2010

this makes me happy: lady gaga cupcakes

I love cupcakes, so I decided to bake some tonight. But these aren’t just any cupcakes…these are Lady Gaga-inspired cupcakes! I think Lady Gaga is genius and absurd—and I hope these cupcakes reflect my admiration for her! I don’t think I’ll be able to eat these Lady Gaga cupcakes…they are just too cute. Enjoy.