Making My Way to Montana

I am currently abandoning my job, my husband, my dogs, and my shopping habit to go to Montana for vacation. I will be the guests of the Pifers - Ron and Patrice. I know that we are going to the Lilo Hot Springs Resort up there. All the other shenanignans will have to be more spur of the moment.
So I spent today packing, buying dog food, buying dog medicine, getting paperback library books for the trip, and other general life duties.

One of those life duties was going for my run in HB Central Park before the library stuff. The library is located inside Central Park. As I was making my way around my usual 8 mile route, I saw my sweet little flock of Egyptian geese.

I saw four of them together. That leaves two of them still to be found. So I continued on my way, and as I rounded the bend toward the horse stables and the dog park, this is what I saw:

There they are !! The missing pair. But look closer - see what they have with them?

Five adorable chicks!!! I was hoping that they would once again pair up and increase our little flock.

OMG. So cute. They looked like they just started standing up and walking. They will be swimming soon.

I got my books and headed home to spend time with Elli. And for an extra special treat, this was in the mailbox:

My September Birchbox!!! It's their 6th anniversary. I have probably gotten it for that long. Here is what was inside:

From top to bottom:
1) TokyoMilk Light Transformation Eau de Parfum - going to Montana with me
2) Milk Makeup Lip and Cheek in Perk - also going. I like blushes that won't crack.
3) Klorane Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover with Soothing Cornflower - need.
4) Beauty Protector Protect and Blond Toning Shampoo
5) Vasanti Brighten Up Enzymatic Face Rejuvenator - Montana bound.

So I will be sporadic over the next few days. But today, these are my links:
www.fashionshouldbefun.com, www.happinessatmidlife.com, www.highlatitudestyle.com

See you all soon!!

Mod MuuMuu

I haven't worn this dress in a long time. It reminds me of a pop art muumuu.

I think I got it at Kohl's. I haven't shopped there in years. The heavy (!) belt from Coldwater Creek really helps to give it some shape.

This is a picture of the belt from another wearing. I got it at a thrift shop.

I wore two necklaces, both courtesy of my mom. The silver braided collar was a birthday present and the Nolan Miller pendant was from her estate.

On my right arm, two silver bracelets and a sapphire ring.

On my left arm, two diamond tennis bracelets and a white gold solitaire with a Swaorvski band.

Last night, my September Ipsy bag came. Here is the theme:

That title fits me at times. At other times, I am a complete and total beach hag. Depends on my mood.

I do really like the metallic cosmetic bag.

The first two items are Too Faced Instantly Sexy Lips, and a Coastal Scents Elite eyeshadow brush.

The other three are Christie Brinkley Complete Clarity Daily Facial Exfoliant, a TreStique Highlighter pen. and Eau Thermale Avene Hydrance Optimale Hydrating Serum.

I am flying off to Montana in a couple of days, so I won't be using any of these products any time soon, but stay tuned.

Lots of Wednesday links -
www.shoppingmycloset.com, www.sydneyfashionhunter.com (a post on packing, which is very timely for me), www.pastriespumpsandpi.blogspot.com, www.thepleatedpoppy.com, and www.poshclassymom.com

See you all later!!!

Black and Black Again

Many times, I have read that black is always appropriate and flattering. So when we attended a fund raiser for a cancer victim up in Los Angeles last night, this is what I wore:

This black dress (that looks like a toga) has bugle beads along the wing sleeves and an elastic waist. Other than that, it is totally simple. So Doc requested that I wear some of the turquoise jewelry that he has given me over the years.

First, this beautiful silver and turquoise concha belt.

Next, this beautiful cross. I believe the design is Navajo.

And on my arms, two cuff bracelets. Most of the jewelry is from Southwest Indian Foundation, but the cuffs were purchased in Gorman, a town on the Cajon pass that leads from the San Fernando Valley north of LA to the San Joaquin Valley, where all the produce is grown.

It was a nice evening. I don't go out on school nights very often. My friend Elesha went also.

I got my outfit for today prepared before I left, and it's..........................................black !!!

This is a knit dress by Venus. It's a local swim and resort wear brand.  Notice the gold buckles at the side.

My necklace and both bracelets are INC. I got them at Macy's in the Fashion Show Mall on the Las Vegas Strip.

And that just about does it for today, except for a bunch of links.

Jess at www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com has Turning Heads Tuesday, www.northwestblonde.com has Start the Week Stylish, www.theblushblonde.com has Tutu Tuesday, and there are linkups at www.cutenandlittle.com and www.the-wardrobe-stylist.com


Have a great day - it's a little gloomy here, and we are desperately hoping for rain.

Surfin' Safari

I live in Huntington Beach, California, aka Surf City USA. So naturally, there are surfers in the family.

Elli expressed an interest in learning to surf. It's on her bucket list. So we got out our boogie board and gave her a lesson.

Kenni and Vinni were full of advice.

I got her all steady and showed her how to balance.

And off she goes to rip her curl.

Kenni looks proud of his big sister.


On Saturday, I did my usual run through the park. Now I know you have all heard the one about the chicken crossing the road, but.....

I never heard about the rooster! This guy came strolling out form the bushes.

I hope he gets along with ducks and geese.


So today is back to work day. I am in the pink.

This is a Tahari shift dress in solid pink with a Liz Claiborne jacket in pink and ivory. Both are boucle.

 I wore two costume necklaces. The top is Monet and the bottom is Kenneth Jay Lane.

On my right arm, a gold/diamond dust bracelet and a South Sea pearl ring.

On my left arm, two gold bracelets and my yellow gold wedding rings.

I will leave you with a bunch of yellow roses that I cut from the backyard just before the surfing lessons began.

Today, I am linking up with www.elegantlyfashionable.com for Classy Monday. then it's over to Patti for Visible Monday at www.notdeadyetstyle.com, and finally with Cherie at www.stylenudge.com for Shoe and Tell.


Have a great day and see you all tomorrow!!!

Seeing Spots Before my Eyes

It's a "sorta casual" Friday here in HB. So I wore some comfy spotted pajama style pants:

There is no elastic at the waist. They zip and button and then there is a self fabric sash.

I decided to glam it up a bit with a bunch of neutral necklaces and a tank with beaded epaulets.

On my left arm, a beaded/crystal bracelet from Neiman Marcus and my yellow gold wedding set.

On my right arm, two RJ Graziano rose gold tone bangles with crystals and my Swarovski Nirvana in Black Diamond.

And that's it!!! I have to do some shopping for my upcoming vacation and pack this weekend, since I leave next Thursday. But first, let's link!!

www.poshclassymom.com, www.fashionshouldbefun.com and www.stylelixir.com

See you all later!!!