The Cat Eye

The Cat Eye is back!!!??? It is a fun new trend that heavy eyeliner is in style and the cat eye is here.

Great Scott! 10 Ways To Wear Plaid

Great Scott!! Here are 10 WAYS TO WEAR PLAID! (I love plaid--it must be the Scottish blood in me and the fact that Mom made us take Highland Fling dance lessons for years).

The Perfect Holiday Outfit

Try to pull something together like this for a classic holiday look. See what's in your wardrobe... Always add some false eyelashes for a glamorous look.

Wise Men Still Seek Him

Merry Christmas!

Can We Ever Have Enough Leopard?

The Coat: A Story of Charity

This shows the true meaning of Christmas.

Honesty is the ONLY Policy

The saying goes: "Honesty is the best policy." But I say honesty is the only policy. I hate it when you ask someone a direct question and they won't answer it with a polite, direct and honest response. You know, you get the politically correct answer or an answer to make them look good. They fudge with the truth or leave you with a totally dishonest remark! Dishonesty is all over the place. Take for instance the ex-husband who refuses to pay child support. Take the cashier who over-charges you or forgets to give you your cash back. How about a flat out lie about someone? Or someone who distorts the truth to make someone else look bad? How about cheating on tests? Or spreading falsehoods. Marvin J. Ashton stated: "A lie is ANY communication given to another with the intent to deceive...A lie can be effectively communicated without words ever being spoken. Sometimes a nod of the head or silence can deceive." I think that's why I love little children so much--they are just plain honest.

Four Fabulous Holiday Looks

There are four fabulous holiday looks to add to your wardrobe this Christmas season:
1. SEQUINS
2. BOLD PINK OR RED
3. CHIFFON
4. LACE

Some Sayings

Here are some swell sayings:
Add a little sweetness to your day!
What if "the season to be jolly" lasted all year long?
Miracles are not limited to the holidays.
Warmth on the inside can melt cold on the outside.
Spending time is a greater gift than money.
Laugh whenever possible.
It's one thing to offer empathy yet much greater to lend relief!
Your presence is often the best present!
If old acquaintances be forgot, give them a call and remember!
Togetherness in itself is a holiday.

Never Fail Colors-Coral & Teal

I believe that everyone looks good in navy blue but I just came across an article that states everyone looks good in coral or teal and combined they are a perfect color combination. This is because they are in the middle of the color wheel plus they are complimentary colors. Try one of these two color sometime and see for yourself! Or put the two colors together and you just might be surprised. As you know red and green are complimentary colors, as are yellow and purple and blue and orange. So next time you are shopping and there are hundreds of different colors of say cardigans, pick up one in coral or teal and hold it up to your face, in the mirror, and you will be amazed at how great it looks on YOU!

20 Things On Nutrition

Tennis Magazine has come up with 20 things you need to know about nutrition. They are the following:
1. Your diet impacts your brain function.
2. The right breakfast fights hunger all day.
3. Food can fight pain.(Ginger, cherries, berries, olive oil)
4. Don't run on empty.(in the stomach)
5. Sleep matters ALOT!
6. Omega 3's are beyond essential (eat fish)
7. Milk does more than double duty (burns fat and strengthens bones)
8. Don't get fooled by the aftermath burn.
9. Organic food is worth the extra money.
10.Alcohol weakens muscle.
11.Relying on the sun for vitamin D may be a mistake.(You may need a supplement)
12.Spices are a secret weapon (such as black pepper,cinnamon, ginger, cloves, garlic,etc)
13.Chocolate is a key super food (need I say more?)
14.Buyer beware when it comes to supplements.
15.A little vitamin C makes a BIG difference.
16.Fruit and vegetables in variety trump quantity.
17.Drinking more water may help you lose weight.
18.Calcium isn't just for strong bones (it's good for weight loss)
19.Bacteria are critical to your health.(Those found in yogurt or sauerkraut)
20.Let an expert personalize you nutrition plan.

Pink Power

Yes, it's true--hot pink is making a huge comeback. Harper's Bazaar claims that pink is in style, and if you go to Neiman Marcus, you will see tons of PINK! Can I just say that I love the color pink? You can accent with pink handbags or pink shoes or wear hot pink pants. Bold pink in dresses or coats are beautiful!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHRISTINE

I can't believe it's your birthday! She was due on Christmas Day but came two weeks early--thanks! A beauty and a cutie She reminds me of Christmas. Everyone must listen to Handel's Messiah for Christmas. Handel was a genius and composed this masterpiece in just 23 days! It is recorded that a great light appeared from his room as he wrote. He wouldn't eat or drink for days as he composed. He has thrilled and inspired many across the world as we worship God through music.

The Perfect Gift

A SMILE is the perfect gift, personal, and encouraging. It is free and costs nothing. It means so much to the receiver. Remember, you're not fully dressed until you're dressed with a SMILE! I have noticed that when I try to smile, people smile back! It is amazing. My Mom always plastered on a smile whenever she went to my school and my classmates would always say, "Why is your Mom always so happy?" It is a great gift, so try it and you will see! I like the poem by Ella Wilcox: "Smile. It is easy enough to be pleasant when life flows like a song. But the man worthwhile is one who will smile when everything goes dead wrong. For the test of the heart is trouble and it always comes with the years. And the smile that is worth the praises of earth is the smile that shines through the tears."

Monochromatic Dressing in Beige/Carmel

Try finding beige in multiple pieces such as a neutral coat, beige turtle neck with beige pants or matching handbag. Monochromatic ensembles make a polished winter look and is slimming.