Few Of My Favorite Things!

Happy Friday! Here are of few of my Friday Favorites -

1. Homemade Ice Cream Sandwiches - YUMMY!!!


2. Favorite Mailing Accessory - Lilly Pulitzer stickers and labels.  They make every letter/package adorable.

3. Favorite Ice Cream - Ben & Jerry's - "Cherry Garcia"


4. Favorite Summer Body/Skin Indulgence - All Over Body Salt Scrub - Coconut version by Secret of the Islands.


5. Favorite Summer Fruit - Blueberries - So delicious and so good for you!


Have a wonderful weekend!

Beach Bling!

It is time to purchase some "beach bling" and there is no place more suited to meet our needs than www.tearsofthesea.com . Coastal jewelry is a must with this summers wardrobe. The companies motto is:


"What The Tides Bring In, We Bring To You In A Quality
Treasure From The Sea"


This small company out of Maine even takes custom orders! I could fill up this post with pictures of their work, but just check out their website (see above).


Happy shopping and happy Thursday!

The Griddler By Cuisinart!

Instead of my usual "Wisdom on Wednesdays" I thought I would share a great new find! I am always looking for some new way to enhance my skills in the kitchen and hopefully save time. I recently came across this Griddler by Cuisinart and have added it to my list of "must haves". It appears to do everything from make classic grilled sandwiches to the pancakes. It even sizzles steaks. The plates go right in the dishwasher which makes cleaning up a breeze - yet another high point. Macy's here I come ;-)

Here it is -

The Press

The Griddle



The Grill


The Griddler - potentially every cooks new best friend!

Happy Wednesday and Happy Grilling!

Sun Tan Options!

Wow, what a great weekend to be out in the sun. Unfortunately, we all know the health risk and now that I am over 50, I do not want to encourage any more wrinkles. So, what are we to do if we want to have a nice golden tan. Which, I happen to think makes me look healthier and thinner (big bonus). These are a few of the spray tan options I have tried -

L'Oreal Sublime Bronze Airbrush Tan -


I liked the color and coverage - but honestly there was scent that I didn't care for!

LA Tan (Machine)

I used the machine on the left. Coverage was blotchy and I chocked when it started spraying (my fault, but it was a bit overwhelming). The technician was actually the owner, she gave me lots of helpful tips, but............

Sprayed by a Tan Technician



I liked this the best. She could cover all the "areas" that the machine would miss. She was even able to do some sculpting. (smile) The color was exactly what I wanted and it lasted the longest.

If you have tried something else, please share it! Have a wonderful Tuesday!

Memorial Day Salute!

I hope you are enjoying a wonderful Memorial Day saluting the men and women who have answered our nation's highest calling, especially those that made the ultimate sacrifice! God bless them and those that mourn them!

Sayings On Sunday!

Happy Sunday!

Inviting!!!

Yesterday I learned about a wonderful vacation spot - The Beach House in Kennebunkport, Maine.









It is oceanfront and to read about it, well, it sounds delightful. I haven't been to Maine, but I have always wanted to visit. Friends who live in Portland tell me that Kennebunkport is over run with tourist. But after reading about "The Beach House" I am willing to give Kennebunkport a try! You can read about it at
http://www.beachhseinn.com/ . Have you been to Kennebunkport? If so, did you like it?

I hope you enjoy a wonderful holiday weekend!