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Weekend Fun

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As I’ve gotten older, I’ve realized that I cannot party like I used to. Although it is sad, it is most certainly true and I’ve had to learn to accept it. With that being said, I can do two regular nights out or one big night and one rest night. This past weekend…I did the latter. It was one of those really impromptu things, I planned to make dinner for a couple of friends and BOOM – it was a party! I discovered a new recipe, danced up a storm and took some cute photos (at least I thought they were cute at the time).

Manny, me and Robert at 21st Ammendment

I hope everyone had a fabulous weekend!

For no particular reason except that it’s pretty!

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I would say that 90% of girls/women enjoy perusing engagement rings/ wedding dresses. This is not because they want to get married or even indicative of them being unmarried. They just like to look at beautiful things. Women who deny this are not to be believed. *Personal opinion*

Since I am in a less than chipper mood today, I’ve been doing just the above. I adore vintage and antique engagement rings, even a marquis is beautiful to me if it’s from 1920 (and big ;) Click for fun places to look  – for less expensive, a good range, Also try http://www.faycullen.com & http://www.langantiques.com

Here are some of my faves:

Magnificent1868 - Magnificent 19.68ct Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring 190401 - Estate Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring

301009-304903 - Estate 7.02Cts Diamond Daussi Engagement Platinum Ring 291606 - Antique Platinum European Diamond Emerald Engagement Ring

2429-OYX - Estate Art deco 7.80 CTS Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring267301 - Art Deco 1.90ct GIA Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring

301009-304903 - Estate 7.02Cts Diamond Daussi Engagement Platinum Ring 1.06ct H/I Diamond Engagement Ring

1.00ct G/VS European Diamond RingArt Deco Engagement Ring

2.00ct Sapphire Engagement Ring2.51ct Fancy Dia Engagement Ring

Art Deco 2.02 Carat Diamond Ring Main View1209862623_10-1-1602.jpg

Art Deco Style 2.72 Carat Diamond and Onyx Ring Main View

I have to also direct you to these gorgeous dresses that captivated me the other day when I should have been doing a v-lookup.

Monique Lhuillier: She definitely gets better every season! And I am really into modest front/open back.

  • Fall 10: Miracle, Bellisima, Ingrid, Cinnamon, Sabine, Meringue
  • Spring 10: Dolce, Bernadette, Rhianna, Sunday Rose
  • Fall 09: Eugenie, Grace, Leighton, Jillian, Lyric, Evita (omg),
  • Spring 09: Kennedy, Randi, Symphony, Melodie

Reem Acra: Lydia’s favorite, and one of mine

Carolina Herrera: A little bold for my taste.

Badgley Mischka: Elise, Josephine, Nina, Kate, Mallory, Whitney (maybs)

I am obsessed. Completely.

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This has got to be my favorite jewelry site to date. http://www.charmandchain.com/

The prices range from under $100 to several thousand, there are various styles, designers, anything you could POSSIBLY desire…

Almost every girl I know is at least mildly interested in jewelry. While everyone has different tastes, there is nary a woman that will not smile at the sight of their favorite sparkling object!

The Thrills of Summer

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  1. Outdoor concerts, noodling, tents.
  2. Trespassing in parks to swing, chat or be mischievious.
  3. Croakies that float, sparkle and work for any type of water situation.
  4. Flip-flops, especially those that have secret compartments.
  5. Sunsets, starry nights, fireworks: preferably observed in the arms of someone who thinks you’re beautiful.
  6. Suntans: truth is that they actually do make everyone look better. like 10x better.
  7. Firefly, the bug and the vodka.
  8. Sundresses. Dresses with pockets have been around forever, go to any vintage shop worth its chops and you’ll find that out. Why they went away for 30 years is the better question. But – deep breath – they’re back and better than ever.
  9. Chardonnay spritzers, boxed wine, cold beer, champagne, Palomas (silver patron, fresca and lime). I don’t care who you are, sipping cocktails outside when it’s warm is just a lovely feeling.
  10. Leaving work and having 4ish hours of daylight left.
  11. The sweet smell of sweat wafting from your significant other after a walk in the park.
  12. Late-night swims, skinny-dipping, the general weightless feeling of submersion in water.
  13. A plethora of movies in the theater waiting to be seen.
  14. Apertifs (drinks before dinner to stimulate the appetite), dining alfresco, summer foods like mangos, raspberries, crab legs, raw oysters (only in months that include an R, unless you’re quite brave).
  15. Vacation, or even the thought/hope/wish of a spontaneous excursion. Someone whisk me somewhere! I do so love being whisked…
  16. Flowers, greenery, sunglasses, shade, large hats, travel sizes, nail polish – all of these things take on a new meaning in the muggy, breezy, sunny summer. Get out and enjoy.

My buddy!

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Today is my dearest friend Lauren’s birthday. She has decided to grace us with her presence a day early and I couldn’t be more excited to get off work today, squeeze into my bikini (or one-piece, remains to be seen) and pop a few bottles of bub. Lauren is, like me, trying to figure out where her youth is leading her. And luckily, she’s 2 mos older than me! hahah Anyway, congratulations to Lauren for getting her MBA and an adorable English mastiff named Dwight (superman).Lo and D-wight!I love Lauren mostly because she is magnetic. She is someone that I just want to be around. Most people who meet her feel that way. Last night, I had the priviledge of hearing all about Lauren’s conception/birth from her mother (my 2nd mother). It made me appreciate our parents decisions to start families and also highly conscious of time movement. Lauren was born 24 years ago today. It seems like forever to her and to me, because it is our only existence, but to her parents it was not nearly as long. Exhibited by her mother’s unfailing knowledge of every detail. Family is so precious and it’s not limited to blood relatives. Thank God. That is not meant as a sneer to my own blood relatives, which I do love dearly.

Today I feel lucky to have Lauren and several of my other oldest friends in my town to celebrate the impending marriage of our friend Fitz. I have been friends with Fitz the longest, having sat by her on my first school day in Fayetteville, Mrs. Sager’s 3rd grade class. Anyway, Lauren’s family is throwing a fiesta for dearest Fitz and her intended, Goode. They do have first names, but I have chosen to refer to them as I do in real life. I am hap-hap-happiest at Lauren’s family’s house with all of our friends on warm summer nights, drinking wine and singing at the piano. Lauren's living room, typical scene.So, while I am conflicted about my future and my life plans, I do realize I have much to be thankful for. Precious friends + lovely memories = beautiful life.