Red Things That Make Me Smile!

 Red things that make me smile!

Red Peonies, I have some blooming in my garden!

But I will be! Just Kidding!

Remembering this in case of a wardrobe malfunction! 

Head full of red flowers...why not!

Red strappy shoes from White House Black Market

Strawberry desserts!

Beautiful red lips

A fabulous red dress!

Happy Thursday.....Enough Said.

Happy Thursday.....enough said.

Sauce of Life Tips: Make Someone's Day!

• Take the opportunity to smile at a stranger today.
• Offer the door to a woman.
• Drop off a bouquet of lovely summer flowers to a sick friend.
• Mail a hand-written card to a best friend.  We all LOVE receiving mail!
• Take a homemade dessert to your neighbors.
• Shut off your phone and pay attention to your spouse and children without distraction for a whole day!
• Call a long lost friend or family member.  They may just need to talk.
• Strike up a conversation with the stranger at the store.  They may need it more than you think.
• If you love life, it will create a ripple effect!  So make someone's day!

Why are the French so..... FRENCH?

Why are the French so..... FRENCH?

I was recently invited to go to dinner with some friends. Our host was French, not just any kind of French, but extremely charming and wonderfully French. The type of French that we see in the old movies. His demeanor was calm yet passionate, his speech was perfect yet had a trace of uncertainty, and when he spoke... WHEN HE SPOKE....you listened with a sense of wonder and excitement. At one point he listed off the ingredients for a recipe, and you would of thought he was reciting poetry. I sat there in awe and thought to myself, why are the French so French?

And this is what I came up with.......

The French have the yummiest food!

Their fashion is amazing and the night life is magical.

They only produce beautiful people...unfair!

The ambiance is dreamy.

Ok, so I have told you nothing you did not already know, but to be French must be a blessing!!!!

I think they should rename Paris... to......Passion. So go have a "French" moment, whether it is eating French pastries, wearing some amusing french fashion or just good ol' french kissing, go be French today!

In a World of Glamorous Women and Beautiful Places

Vintage Posters

A little touch of glamour makes any place a beautiful place!

The Backyard is Another Room!

Did you know that your backyard can be another great room for entertaining?  

Purchase a simple wooden bench and add pillows to make it more inviting for guests.

A small glass top table for drinks and snacks is a perfect addition.

For a cozy feel have a fireplace in the middle of your entertaining area.  This will allow you to host parties in the cooler months of spring and fall, while also providing a fabulous atmosphere.

A touch of flowers brings the feel of fresh spring days and the gorgeous smells will be breathtaking for 

family, friends and guests.

While you entertain friends and family, remember the kids need a great play area too.

Arrange your backyard sitting area similar to a living room.  You want your guests (and yourself!) to feel comfortable and welcome.  It is all about atmosphere, atmosphere and more atmosphere!

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Credit: Pinterest

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Here's to a great start of the week!  Happy Monday!