Nope. No Tony-the-Tiger finish for that. Usually, I am the person who attempts to find silver linings wherever possible. Usually, I might be that person who hangs inspirational posters to encourage others to look on the bright side. But not today. This is a terrible, horrible, no-good, very-bad day, and this is my angsty confession. Continue reading “Grrrrrr. . .”
Category Archives: Sassy, Snarky or Savvy {Reflections}
Surrounded by Beauty!
Have you ever been so overwhelmed by the indescribable beauty you are observing that you get a little sad, because no photo will ever be able to capture the incredible sight before your eyes? Any photo you take or picture you snap will only ever be a pale reflection of the stunning sight before yourContinue reading “Surrounded by Beauty!”
LOVE-ly Ideas!
via Top Ten Inspirational Ideas for VALENTINE’S DAY! #1: Make & Share the best medicine via and via #2: Walk in Love via #3: BUBBLES BUBBLES BUBBLES! via #4: Give Caffeine To Those You Truly Love via (go to “Eat Drink Chic” for the free printable) plus, if you are feeling especially loving, and can bake, youContinue reading “LOVE-ly Ideas!”
A Chocolate Must*
*ache What, you might ask, is the best thing to do when you happen to own a moustache lollipop mold? Especially if you happen to also be in possession of some colorful cocktail stirrers and a wealth of sprinkles, as well! The answer is clear, mes amis! It’s time to make yourself some magnificently mustachioed chocolate popsContinue reading “A Chocolate Must*”
The Beautiful Day Remedy
Occasionally, in the whir of daily life, it is easy to lose track of the small things that are so lovely about being alive. If you, like I sometimes am, are feeling cooped up or even just slightly stifled by the routines to which you remain relatively faithful, I have the perfect remedy. via StepContinue reading “The Beautiful Day Remedy”
Writing about Writing
There is nothing climactic about starting to write. When the point of my pen first presses against a clean page, or my fingers hover over a keyboard as I stare at the blank white void of a new document, I feel nothing greater than beginning. No matter how much pleasurable thought has led to thisContinue reading “Writing about Writing”
Facebook Status SHUT-Up[!]dates.
Warning: This could possibly be deemed “a rant”. I know Mark Twain wasn’t talking about facebook per se, but he probably would vehemently apply this philosophy to social networking sites as much as other forms of communication . . . I find it highly frustrating when people air their complaints to the Facebook world viaContinue reading “Facebook Status SHUT-Up[!]dates.”
Roommate Advice (aka: Act Like An Adult)
Things you should know if you plan to have success living with other adult human beings: 1.) Sometimes, you have to share. via This involves living space, couch space, TV time, apartment expenses, and all major appliances. If you don’t want someone to sit near you on the couch, then don’t camp out in the livingContinue reading “Roommate Advice (aka: Act Like An Adult)”
Laughing My Way To The Weekend
I am a firm believer in finding the funny in day-to-day life (in case you didn’t know). Maybe that’s why I love puns so much. . . especially unintentional ones. One of my favorites involves a certain French Dictionary with which some of you may be familiar. One day, during a French class I was teaching, IContinue reading “Laughing My Way To The Weekend”
Royalty Shmoyalty
Oi Vay. I’ll be the first to admit to loving a good fairy tale, and that (yes) princess-stories are still one of my favorite genres. . . but for crying out loud: what is the big sparkly pirouetting deal with England’s Royalty? These days EVERYONE loves William and Kate. They’re ranking American celebrities equivalent with actual admirable talentedContinue reading “Royalty Shmoyalty”
Cakey Hankerson: Great Adventures 