Wishing you a Merry Christmas with your loved ones. I don’t know about you, but I think Santa might deserve something a little heartier than milk after endless stops that involve assembling complicated toys, the stress of NOT tracking fireplace ashes into homes, staying on schedule, and keeping warm. After all, we DO want him to feel very comfortable and welcome around here~ that’s our tradition anyway. [Read more…] about Christmas Traditions
Saving Graces: Manners
Wherever the holidays take you, remember to bring your manners-
I read a wonderful article in the latest Bon Appétit that was written by Ben Schott and the editors. It was a fantastic compilation of MODERN MANNERS reminders for hosts and guests, specific to Thanksgiving, but appropriate for any occasion. Here are a few of my favorite pointers: [Read more…] about Saving Graces: Manners
Entertaining Tips for the Holidays

Today I am over at Huffington Post Home sharing entertaining tips from [Read more…] about Entertaining Tips for the Holidays
Holiday Preparation
Holiday Shopping
It hardly seems anywhere NEAR time to even think about the holidays with the summer temps we have in Dallas, but this wonderful thing we have called Partners Card is all the catalyst Dallasites need to roust themselves out of the office or house to start–> and complete holiday preparations. Partners Card offers 20% off at multiple retail locations, benefitting The Family Place to help victims of family violence, for ten days of shopping on sale. The city goes mad. The smart head straight to Mecox to complete their gift shopping and freshen up their homes before their guests arrive.
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Valentines Day
“Gravity is not responsible for people falling in love-” -Albert Einstein
Wishing my readers an early Happy Valentines Day today! Since the big day is only days away – today’s post celebrates love with a series of images and quotes:
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