Lovely Shower

For a lovely lady! I just returned from a wonderful, fun-filled, celebratory weekend in Denver showering Ms May and the much anticipated baby Camille.

My new favorite party trick!!...

There was so much thought put into this grand gift. My favorite is the personalized bib featuring their other child, Lola.....





Many thanks to the Wilson's. I'll be counting down the days until we meet what is sure to be a little piece of perfection.

xoxo

Poketo for Target

My friend Jeana modeling the latest Target collection (out August 10th).

Looking forward to seeing more.....

Massachusetts - Part I

We split our time last week between the city and the burbs, spending the first 3 nights downtown at the newly renovated Copley Square Hotel.

Strolling the streets of the South End, magically meeting fellow bloggers and indulging in some scrumptious summer fare.

An evening in the backyard of an old friend lasted into the wee hours of the morn.....

image via (sloane contributor) michelle mckenna

And a visit to the public gardens proving some things in this beautiful city never have to change.

click images 1, 2, and 4 for source.

Taking the first part of this week off to enjoy summer and spend time with a good friend.

image: Peyton Power Dixey

Elle Decor Legends of La Cienega

Had a colorful night
celebrating the kick off
to a fabulous weekend
on the arm of a very lovely lady.

Dinner at Jeanas

This weekend was all about food, friends, and conversation. Sad it has to be over so soon!

More pic's from Jeana here.

my.friends.are.gorgeous.

heather taylor

We had a truly wonderful holiday south of the border. The best prescription for what ails us is rest and relaxation, sunshine, friends, and lots and lots of wine. Well, that's what I'm telling myself anyway....

Today, I'm ready for all that 2010 has to bring.
Tomorrow, we'll have to wait and see.

Yoo Hoo crazy life, come crash into me!

Happy Thanksgiving

This year has had its battles, as do all, but amidst the hard days there were some bright shining stars. A few diamonds in the rough. Some silver linings in the clouds and even a couple small pots of gold.

My husband, our friends and the newest addition to my family, Milo.

Empiric! Growing and thriving in such hard times. Proving that hard work pays off when you put ego aside and give real value to your clients.

Our clients! The most loyal, kind customers. Making all the hard work worthwhile.

I am grateful to have this life, the love of so many, a sense of humor about it all and passion for a laundry list of things. And to all of you, who inspire me daily!

I look forward to this holiday season, slowing down and taking the time to appreciate it all!

Dinner With The Girls

I shared Friday night with 3 of my lovelies at Heathers cozy pad. On the menu, her delicious fig tart, here.

Clare's perfect endive salad dressed to perfection. No doubt, with cue's taken from her time spent with the In Laws in France.


And my fall favorite, butternut squash soup. I had no time to prepare it on Friday so 2E made it for us. So cute!! He garnished it with the top of the squash and some rosemary sprigs a la Martha. I wish we had photographed it before the reheat.

Butternut Squash Soup

Cut squash into 1-inch chunks and steam. Transfer to the Cuisinart and puree, adding half a cup of peanuts as you go. Return the squash to a pan and add 6 cups of stock. Bring to a simmer. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Our meal ended with a variety of delicious cupcakes Jeana (who also took these great pictures) picked up at Joan's on 3rd and, of course, libations. Dee-lish!

Weekend Highlights with Taryn

I love when my friends come and visit. We do the weirdest things and have the mostest fun.

xox lady loves!

Last Sunday

2E and I started our day brunching at Bottega Louies dowtown.


Followed by a long afternoon laying around with pup.

post bath time

Finished perfectly with a night at the Hollywood Bowl with friends.


Listening to Jenny Lewis and Ray Lamontagne under the stars........


and more Louies.

mmmmmmmm. Macaroons.

Garden Tour

Last Fridays garden tour was extremely inspiring. 2E does most of the gardening, okay all of the gardening, in our yard but after traipsing through the private outdoor spaces of these homes I think that things will have to change. I will claim a pot or two and dram about making it as spectacular as the one above. This pot was on a pedestal in the rose garden below;

I blends in beautifully on the left

Photography was prohibited so I wasn't able to take pictures of most of the grounds but I risked being scolded to steal a shot of this very alternative play structure...

teepee complete with cow hides and seating

Our last stop was to the Virginia Robinson Gardens in Beverly Hills where we had a delicious lunch under the tent, one two many peach fuzzies (mmm), and viewed some showcases from local event companies and florists.

An orchid bonnet

A plant shade

Thank you to Heather for inviting me to play hookie for the day and toast to the good life. These gardens were full of eye candy and I felt unbelievable blessed.

Happy Birthday Vanessa

Another year passing us by.......

image 1,2,& 3 via ffffound. image 4 flickr.