Wikipedia via Google Image It’s so classy in its gold foil. I love chocolate and so I enjoy indulging in a small piece of Ferrero Rocher. I might treat myself after lunch, dinner or later in the evening. With so many layers of chocolate and hazelnut, it’s decadent and satisfying for such a little thing! I’ve…
Month: March 2014
Style Saturday: Little Black Clutch
I’ve wanted the perfect little black clutch for awhile now. In fact, I installed such an item on this wish list I published back in October. Just something simple that goes with nearly everything. I carry my world in a large handbag during the day, but prefer to ditch it at night. Instead, I love…
Simple Pleasure Sunday: How I Met Your Mother
The gang at their spot, MacLaren’s Pub FanSided via Google Image I love watching the comedy series How I Met Your Mother. It airs Mondays at 8 on CBS. This father tells his two teenage kids the story of how he met their mother, of all the events leading up to this particular meeting actually. In the…
Spring 2014 Capsule Wardrobe
Today, March 20, 2014, is the first day of spring. After a long cold snowy winter, I am so ready for spring. I’ll take a light blazer and scarf topping a tee with blue jeans and ballet flats over multiple layers of bulky clothing any day. I’ve been looking forward to sharing what I’ll be…
11 Random Facts About Me
The hostess of the humble bungalow has extended an open invitation for bloggers to share 11 Random Facts About Me and since she is one of my most recent followers of this blog, I thought I would say grazie by playing. Chocolate Croissant 11 Random Facts About Me 1. I have an Art History degree…
Simple Pleasure Sunday: Häagen-Dazs Gelato
Since I had a coupon, I walked to Target (in lovely 65 degree weather!) and purchased a 14 oz. carton of Häagen-Dazs Gelato after work on Tuesday (during daylight now!). The flavor I selected was “dark chocolate chip.” This was my dessert on Tuesday… It was delicious! Gelato is more flavorful than American ice cream…
Links I Love: Style
Pinterest by following The Rich Life (on a budget) * home: creating a grown-up’s living space * home: how to pick the freshest market flowers * entertaining: create a cheese platter * clothing: basic guide to proper fit * clothing: wear a wrap dress * clothing: A-line skirt (via Pinterest) * style: 35 things a woman should…
New Year’s Resolutions Update: Weight Loss
I resolved to lose weight this year. Specifically, 8 pounds. Over the 9 1/2 weeks of 2014, I have lost… 6! I am so pleased with my progress! I haven’t been exercising any more than I have during 2013, but my diet has changed. As a result of trying to save every penny I can…
Simple Pleasure Sunday: Professional Pedicure
with my feet up on a Sunday morning I treated myself to a pedicure at a salon on Friday evening. It was luxurious. I so thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Maybe even more so since it’s a rare treat. I try not to spend since I’m saving for Paris. My last professional manicure was in October…
Links I Love: Travel: Edition #2
Grand Getaways via Pinterest * the search for the perfect croissant in Paris [intelligenttravel.nationalgeographic.com] * the cicchetti crawl in Venice [timelessitaly.wordpress.com] * the romance of Istanbul [adventuresofacarryon.com] * love letter to Portland [huffingtonpost.com] * five lively neighborhoods in Lisbon [jaunted.com] * building a travel wardrobe [unefemme.net] * how to survive your permesso di soggiorno renewal [girlinflorence.com] Love…