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Valentine’s Day

Make Me Blush

February 5, 2014February 5, 2014 ~ Wendy ~ 2 Comments

Pale blush was a favorite shade on the runways for Spring 2014, making silky underpinnings and accessories in this flattering hue the perfect choice for a Valentine's indulgence.  What woman wouldn't want a hint of spring next to her skin even if she's bundled under layers of cashmere?  I am absolutely wild over those Stella … Continue reading Make Me Blush

Now THIS is Love

February 14, 2013April 14, 2013 ~ Wendy ~ Leave a comment

Yesterday I spent four and a half hours on these cookies.  I am not making this up.  The most ridiculous part, however, is not the amount of time that it took.  It's that I made them for my son's classroom Valentine's Day party.  I'm sure all of those 8th grade boys will spend LOADS of … Continue reading Now THIS is Love

Valentine Hints

February 13, 2013February 12, 2013 ~ Wendy ~ Leave a comment

"...the next thing I knew, I was kissing her all over - anywhere - her eyes, her nose, her forehead, her eyebrows and all, her ears - her whole face..." - Holden Caulfield I haven't exactly been in a sweet sort of mood, though if anything on this list were to come my way, I … Continue reading Valentine Hints

Queen of Hearts

February 6, 2012February 6, 2012 ~ Wendy ~ Leave a comment

I abhor whimsy.  I really do.  So much so that after expressing that exact sentiment to my husband, he had it printed on the bum of boyshort undies and gave them to me for Christmas.  Paradoxically, I have always loved heart iconography (it is inherently whimsical, is it not?).  My great-grandmother wore a beautiful diamond … Continue reading Queen of Hearts

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