tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1922571208988149782026-04-11T02:17:08.424-05:00Simple.Beautiful.Life.A lifestyle blogUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger545125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-54852755867247164702026-03-01T18:56:00.004-06:002026-03-01T19:02:05.357-06:00Trending Fits-Neutral and ComfyWhat is trending right now? Baggy and comfy fits! If you look at print ads, social media and television, you can see the IN thing right now is comfy and baggy looks. To start off you need some good, wide leg jeans. These are from Walmart and are so comfortable and stylish right now. I paired the wide leg jeans with a simple white tee. You can view the video on my TikTok linked below. To Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-66767730010607024332025-10-12T12:15:00.002-05:002025-10-12T12:15:14.388-05:00Anniversary Dinner Date at Dakota's SteakhouseToday, we celebrated our 5th wedding anniversary. We decided to go out and explore a new-to-us steakhouse-Dakota's in Dallas.Now, if you haven't used the OpenTable app to make reservations, you are missing out. I love that we can save our favorite places and make quick reservations.The app also provides you with the location, directions, reviews and the menu.It will show you the dress Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-67813073806770947702025-08-04T11:30:00.033-05:002025-08-04T11:30:00.123-05:00DIML VLOG-Weekend VibesEven though I am "retired", I still work.I have started doing some consulting work and let me tell you...they are keeping me busy. I am working 35-40 hours per week and it's a desk job. I work from home and once the weekend arrives, I am ready to get out and unwind. I looked for some upcoming fun things to do and I found a free concert over at Toyota Music Factory in Irving, TexasUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-24649230901826985502025-08-04T07:00:00.056-05:002025-08-04T07:00:00.198-05:00Organizing a Small ClosetWhen we moved in to this new place, we gained an extra bedroom and closet, however, the main closet is teeny tiny!This meant that I had to get REAL creative in organizing that main closet. The other two closets, well...let's just say I just threw things in there. This, of course, presents a dilemma when one is trying to find something, right? Where the hell is that tripod and the remoteUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-6918432473646315292025-08-03T16:42:00.001-05:002025-08-03T16:42:09.334-05:00The Trials of Starting a New BusinessI'm no stranger to starting a new business. If you have read my blog long enough you have seen that I ran a successful photography business for more than 13 years. I also ran a successful vintage furniture painting shop for about 5 years. Now, I have a successful finance consulting firm and just recently expanded my horizons into an online fashion boutique. For now, it is only online. Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-58674829455321538872024-11-13T19:00:00.005-06:002024-11-13T19:00:47.640-06:00Black Friday Sales 2024 Fall Photo SessionsBlack Friday Sale 2024I have been a professional photographer since 2011Here is my Black Friday saleI have a $200 special for the weekend after Thanksgiving. Dm me now to book your beautiful one hour photo session in Highland Park/McKinney Bonnie Wenk Park/Adriatica McKinneyincludes up to 20 digital images one hour shoot up to five people Times available Friday November 2910 amUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-9900046340716704602024-11-06T09:00:00.003-06:002024-11-06T09:00:00.114-06:00November 2024 Holiday Gift GuideHoliday Gift GuideLet's talk about these awesome products that I am recommending for the 2024 Holiday Season These are products that I use and love and have purchased for myself.First up is the Estee Lauder Holiday gift set. You guys, I am OBSESSED, with this set. For $90 you get all this:Only $90 with any purchaseGet it here Holiday Gift SetNow my favorite products are the Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0Dallas, TX, USA32.7766642 -96.7969878999999914.4664303638211535 -131.95323789999998 61.086898036178845 -61.640737899999991tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-58570255496154968222024-11-05T16:11:00.003-06:002024-11-05T16:11:35.930-06:00EZ No Bake Peanut Butter CandiesHappy Fall It is finally cooling off here in North Texas! Phew!Anyway, here is one of my favorite holiday recipes that takes only minutes to make on the stove top.These peanut butter clusters will be the hit of any holiday gathering.Here are the necessities:Wax paper or non-stick surfaceGlass or non-stick baking pan Sauce pan, measuring cups, large spoon/ spatula1 cup sugar1 Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-44331557630848920762024-10-20T16:14:00.001-05:002024-10-20T16:14:59.079-05:00Finding Inspiration in Nature-Cottage DecorWe recently moved into this three bedroom cottage on the outskirts of a northern suburb of Dallas.It has taken us some getting used to as there is a lot of development planned for this area that may be finished within the next year or two (lots of dust).We moved from North Richland Hills where we lived in an urban type development where you live, work and shop in the same area. I miss it.&Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-81366251762508628662024-10-20T15:13:00.002-05:002024-10-20T16:15:54.041-05:00DIY Window Treatment-No Sew Roman ShadeHappy Fall y'allAlthough it feels anything but fallish here in TexasI woke up today feeling crafty! Which is quite the feat since I've been in a rut lately. Anyone else?We recently moved into a new place kind of out in the country. It's been a bit stressful and after a couple of weeks of (mostly) unpacking everything, I finally felt the urge to decorate the kitchen a little. I am going for a niceUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-24608101784567287832024-02-28T19:57:00.002-06:002024-02-28T19:57:21.849-06:00Home Office Redo-The Reveal-Boho Natural DeskHome Office Redo - The RevealAfter weeks of painting, sanding, waxing, drilling, cleaning, arranging and lots and lots of sweat-my home office redo is complete!I am in love with the space now. I feel that it has a more open feel and I arranged it so that my desk faces the window. I feel happier when I am facing a window while working as compared to the wall.We had the dilemma of where to place Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-14792952220919705372024-02-20T23:38:00.002-06:002024-02-20T23:38:38.024-06:00Home Office Redo-Chalk Paint and BohoHome Office Redo-Bedroom to Home OfficeI have been living in this apartment for about two years and so far I love it here! It's a cute area with so many conveniences!I also have been working from home for about six months along with my husband. However, I have decided to redo this room and turn it into a cute, boho, zen area for work and working outplus meditation.Follow along to see Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-11569609852140774622024-02-20T22:06:00.000-06:002024-02-20T22:06:34.291-06:00Valentine's Day - Date Night Outfit InspoI have always been very fond of Valentine's DayI remember as a little girl, being excited to decorate my little mailbox with cute doily hearts, glitter stickers and much more! I love Valentine's Day because it's a day to celebrate friendship and love. We have love for our family, our spouse, our partners, our friends, our neighbors, our pets, and more!My husband and I decided to go out Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-28255391523497651452023-09-22T14:42:00.004-05:002023-09-22T14:42:51.268-05:00It's Giving Fall VibesFall Outfit IdeasThese outfit ideas are giving fall vibes! For reference I am 53 years old and I love to look good! I mean, who doesn't, right? Here are a few of my favorites to mix and match this season. This edition is using black & tan items. I specifically used some foundation items such as black pencil skirt, black, button-down, blouse and wide-leg, sailor type pants. You will find Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-41680481842945484912023-09-22T14:03:00.000-05:002023-09-22T14:03:58.315-05:00Mexican Casserole (Carne con Calabaza y Elote)RECIPEMexican CasseroleCarne con elote y calabazaWho doesn't love a good homecooked meal?Lately, I have been getting more into cooking and less into eating out. This meal is easy to make and healthy too. My mom makes the carne con elote y calabaza and it is so yummy. This is her recipe. Mexican Beef Stew with Zucchini and CornMakes about 5 heaping servingsIngredients:1.5 pounds of stew Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-4282400182288309382023-09-05T16:36:00.004-05:002023-09-05T16:48:14.416-05:00Slowing Down and Smelling the Roses RetiredSlowing down and stopping to smell the roses has been the theme of my life lately. Ever since I retired from my government job back in May, I have been learning to relax. You read that right, "learning" to relax. I guess my kids were right, I have always been a work-a-holic. It has been something that's been instilled in my dna ever since I can remember. I always felt I had to Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0Fort Worth, TX, USA32.7554883 -97.33076584.4452544638211577 -132.4870158 61.065722136178849 -62.174515799999995tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-16748500107653838292023-08-17T12:03:00.001-05:002023-08-17T12:03:29.280-05:00REVIEW WITHAGENCY MELASMA SKIN CARE REVIEW: SKIN CARE FOR MELASMAWITH TRETINOIN AND HYDROQUINONEWITHAGENCY.COMA few weeks ago I came across and ad on Facebook for prescription skin care that supposedly treats melasma and acne. I have been battling cystic acne now for over 30 years! My triggers are dairy products, which really sucks because I'd have to give up cheese, yogurt and ice cream! I try to limit my intake of dairy products Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-45826824869871350882023-06-23T15:00:00.000-05:002023-06-23T15:00:04.019-05:00Cute Summer Outfits for Women Over 50Cute Summer Outfitsfor Women Over 50I am of the opinion that women can wear whatever they want! Women can look great by wearing what fits them best. You can take any well fitting garment and rock it! Here are a few of my favorite looks I am wearing this summer. The first outfit is an all black number. This is very comfortable and can take you from the office to dinner and drinks.The topUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-62613108679842344252023-06-22T18:36:00.000-05:002023-06-22T18:36:07.728-05:00My Take on Huevos Rancheros-Yummy Brunch IdeasMy Take On Huevos Rancheros A Yummy Brunch IdeaHuevos rancheros are a delicious Mexican breakfast dish. This morning I decided to make them a bit different-served on a tostada. The ingredients you see here are for a serving for two people with plenty of pico left over :)Double or triple the ingredients as you see fit to feed your family. I promise you this will become a fave at your Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-80704663388058461102023-06-21T19:55:00.004-05:002023-06-21T19:55:48.742-05:00Sprucing Up the Patio - DIY Pillow Covers Sprucing Up the Patio DIY Pillow Covers
When it comes to DIY, I try to
cut corners and save money whenever and however I can. Recently, we had to replace our
bed cover after a certain puppy chewed up the edges. 🙄I really like our bedspread because
it’s just the right weight-not too hot. This is the bedspread we have:hereI ordered the bedspread and completely
forgot that it comes with two Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-29429972534022267262023-06-16T21:43:00.001-05:002023-06-16T21:45:35.375-05:00Puerto Rico VacationPuerto Rico Family VacationSo many things have transpired since I last blogged here, but I'll share all that with you all in the next post. This post is all about our amazing trip to San Juan and Rincon, Puerto Rico. I had been on the fence about where to go for our family vacation, thinking that going to Isla Mujeres in Mexico would be a great idea, then figuring it would take too long to Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-41030865661755743912022-09-18T21:00:00.001-05:002022-09-18T21:00:00.221-05:00EZ Chicken ParmigianaEZ Chicken ParmigianaSo we all know I'm not Italian lolHowever, I love Italian food. I mean, who doesn't, right?I haven't been much of a cook in the past, more of a baker, but I want to expand my horizons.I saw a really good recipe for this Chicken Parmesan a few years ago and I have adapted it to my tasteSince we are empty nesters, I now cook for two on a regular basis. And by regular basis, Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-86976815980850719912022-09-18T13:54:00.000-05:002022-09-18T13:54:09.899-05:00DIY Eyebrow Lamination Easy DIY Eyebrow LaminationHappy Sunday friends.Since I've been recovering from a recent medical ailment, I have been trying out different products and I will share with you my results. Also, you can see video of my reviews on my youtube channel and IG reels. You can find the links over on the top right there>>>>>>What is eyebrow lamination, you ask? It is like a perm Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-69907181726609067852022-09-12T20:57:00.000-05:002022-09-12T20:57:17.151-05:00Super Easy Fall Wreath (Pottery Barn Knockoff)Hello friends,I hope you are starting to cool off wherever you live. Here in Texas, it's still super hot.Nevertheless, it is now September and by golly I am going to MAKE it feel like FALL, at least inside. Now, being a full time working woman, I rarely have time to craft anymore, but lately I've been feeling inspired. I was on the Pottery Barn website and I spotted this super cute Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-192257120898814978.post-3125980475534770892022-08-21T15:53:00.000-05:002022-08-21T15:53:11.102-05:00Date Night-French Cooking ClassDate Night-French Cooking ClassHappy weekend everyone! We were busy kicking off my birthday weekend! Woohoo!!And even though I am getting older, I like to go out and celebrate in style!My husband and I made a promise to go out every month and try out fun things together. Last month, we went to a Murder Mystery Theatre Dinner.I'll tell you guys about that at a later time. YesterdayUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0