these are a few of my favorite things
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Author: MS
when i was growing up…
When I was growing up, the children of my generation (or perhaps just the ones in our extended families) weren’t allowed to ask questions, seek answers, nor challenge any decision our elders made on our behalf. So, even though that was the case, I occasionally, challenged the rules, the decisions, and stood up for what I believed in and while being ‘rebellious’ the only thing I ever heard from every woman in my family – be it my mom, grandmothers and aunts and a few much older cousins is: And now, over 40 and still growing, everything is slowly making more sense than I had ever imagined possible. What was my rush? I should have listened. 😉
interior design: kitchen concepts to copy
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outdoor envy in a metropolitan city
There is something I definitely miss about the home I owned three ago in the suburbs, far from the foggy coast of San Francisco. The fact I could sit outdoors in my beautiful backyard every Spring, Summer or Fall and just daydream. {photo inspiration from here}
boutique hotel pick – casa angelina – amalfi coast, italy
Oh what I’d give to be able to spontaneously pack a bag and run away to the Amalfi Coast in Italy, and if I were able to do that right now, I would hide away at Casa Angelina the entire time.
floating candles for fourth of july
Wouldn’t it be amazing if we could have floating candles for the fourth of July celebrations in the U.S.?
designer multi-fashion looks
From Left to right: 1. Proenzaschoulder Blue Dress 1585USD 2. Reed Krakoff shoes 595USD 3. Jimmy Choo 1050USD 4. Oscar de la Renta dress 950USD 5. Miu Miu bag 695USD 6. YSL Black pumps 795USD 7. Valentino Tan Shoes 795USD 8.Miu Miu black dress 1065USD 9. Giambattista Valli Red Shoes 150USD-Sale 10. Oscar de la renta polka dot shoes 625USD 11. Lanvin Bag 2950USD From Left to right: 1. Alexander Mcqueen Red dress 1785USD 2. Karl Lagerfield shoes 196USD-sale 3. YSL shoes 795USD 4. Miu Miu Bag 1695USD 5. Sophia Webster shoes 575USD 6. Oscar de la renta polka dot 625USD 7. Dolche Gabana white dress 3675USD 8. Reed Krakoff 595USD 9. Stella McCartney shoes 228USD-sale 10. Thakoon dress 1650USD {Fashion source: click here}
fashion trend: uniquely fashionable shoes
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wedding gowns: retro classic for 2014
I adore fashion, modern or not and I think what I love most is the fact, a designer occasionally takes a risk in introducing style so old-fashioned in the midst of 21st century modernism. Sorry if I have confused you, but the fact, these gorgeous retro classic wedding gowns, from here, are available for a bride in 2014 is more than amazing in my book, its daring and down right admirable:
birthday thoughts
Never in hundred years I would have ever considered spending my birthday in Las Vegas. I am more of a Napa kind of girl for a birthday celebration. But I am here (on business) so I will make the best of the day, I consider my very own special day (like millions of other people). I don’t know why, but I always wake up very early on this day, somewhat anxiety stricken. Not sure if it’s because I am a year older or just concerned with the fact, I haven’t yet reached the goals I had set for myself. Either way, I am almost positive it is a natural behavior for any woman over the age 25. Here is the list of thing I remind myself each year: 1. Not to think about the age, because it’s just a number. 2. Not to feel bad about the things I haven’t yet accomplished, focus on what I have. 3. Embrace the future by drawing from the past to strive for a more positive lifestyle. 4. Never …
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