-With a Free Printable to Sneak More Spooky Into Everyday While Halloween is only one day on the calendar, it is forever in my heart. For many of us Halloween is a lifestyle, and a state of mind. But, it sure would be nice to live more spookily on a daily basis. Traditional advent calendars…
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With New Orleans back in the news, battling yet another storm and more flooding, concern for this colorful, historical city and its warm, friendly citizens, kept me checking the weather, hoping for the best. Flooded with nostalgia, I dug deep in the archives of electronic devices of yore to unearth memories of my adventures in…
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No matter what you name it, Watermelon, Summer Pumpkin, or Jack O' Melon, this green freak of a fruit makes one hell of a Tiki Cocktail! And, due to the presence of absinthe, among all of the tropical flavors, I thought the name " 'O Ka Make on Vaycay ", ('O ka make is Hawaiian…
Looking for ways to sneak more spookiness into your everyday? Why wait for Halloween? This easy Spooky Lamp DIY isn't just for October. Let your monster-loving light shine year 'round with this easy and eerie lamp shade embellishment. Banish boring light fixtures, and quickly cast a ghostly glow in just a few simple steps that…
A Healthier Reincarnation of a Classic Confection Do you spell it donut or doughnut? Either way, I've always preferred the healthier versions of these wonderful rings of goodness that are packed with super-foods, and made with real ingredients! I couldn’t even tell you how many life times it’s been since I’ve had the other kind.…
An Enchanted Absinthe Cocktail A “Midsummer Night’s Dream” can happen-- any time of year, when you combine the right characters. Begin with 1 oz gin (fruity and floral, like Old St. Pete Gin works best).Add 1 oz Lillet Blanc.Next, 3/4 limoncello joins the party.And, 3/4 oz Lucid Absinthe makes a fashionably late entrance.A squeeze of…
The phrase "thought-provoking meme" is an oxymoron. A meme that alters perspectives on fashion and personal style is an absolute enigma. Yet, this meme might make you think twice and ask yourself, 'Would I want to spend an eternity haunting ___________ in this outfit?' Yes, I'm guilty. I've thrown together some dreadfully unmemorable ensembles, especially…
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