This is more of a Steal than a Deal!

These cute pair of Steve Madden shoes were such a steal!

$39.94

-$27.96 (70% off)

-$10.00 (coupon)

=$1.98

(no tax for these in New Jersey)

For this purchase, I surprisingly would have to disagree with this quote!

"A bargain is something you can't use at a price you can't resist."

- Franklin P. Jones

Say No to SNOW!!

Dear Snow,
Stop following me! It's over between us and has been for years! I must admit I'm at fault as well for appearing in places where it's easy for you to stalk me! I'm hoping Spring arrives soon to kick your ass! Now please go away before I put mother nature's restraining order on you!

No Love,
Almay

P.S. The only reason I look happy with you in this photo is because my neighbors helped dig me and my car out when you were trying to be difficult!

Fun in the Sun

Nothing beats escaping the blahs of winter to go on a little vacation where it feels like summer, unless of course you live somewhere that feels like summer all year round! Just the thought makes me sick and jealous! The best is when you're invited to a destination wedding and then it's a two-fer (two for one deal)! Here I am hanging at the pool in Puerto Rico! Look at those happy toes! Sadly they are back in winter boots, but at least my pedicure will stay protected for awhile. :(

Here is the card I made for the happy couple! Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Carlos Estevez!

This quote is on the inside of the card:

"Love enables you to put your deepest feelings and fears in the palm of your partner's hand, knowing they will be handled with care."

~Carl S. Avery

Pleeza No Squeeza!!!

This was taken at Pike Place Market in Seattle, Washington! I love when I see something funny especially when it rhymes! I have to admit, I ignored their warning to get a little squeeza!

"Most vegetables are something God invented to

let women get even with their children.

A fruit is a vegetable with looks and money.

Plus, if you let fruit rot, it turns into wine,

something brussels sprouts never do."

-(The Bachelor Home Companion) P.J. O'Rourke

The Best of the West!

My all time favorite city is San Francisco! I just got back from vacation there and did not want to leave. It was awesome to see my relatives and so many of my friends who now live there. Not sure why I have such a love affair with it (by the photo you can see why)? I used to frequent the Bay area when my grandparents were alive, maybe what I love about the city are the memories. They bring me such warm and fuzzy feelings. I hope one day to find my way to the West Coast (hmm.. I wonder when the next Gold Rush will be?).

"You know what it is?

San Francisco is a golden handcuff

with the key thrown away."

- John Steinbeck

Eating Fruit = Two Piece Suit?

I love summer because it's the season that produces my favorite vegetables and fruits. Right now, I'm going through a nectarine phase. I really love fruit with a crunch to it. It takes so much energy to get through a nectarine that I easily start to feel full! Look at the ones in these photos! Can we say Miracle Growth? Whoa! At least this is a meal in itself! At this rate I'll be closer to getting another cupcake photo on my office wall (see last blog entry).

"Vegetables are a must on a diet. I suggest carrot cake, zucchini bread, and pumpkin pie."

-Anonymous

My Diet is a Riot!

So you're probably wondering why I have pictures of two cupcakes taped to my office cabinets! I consider them as my weight loss milestones. Someone told me that she uses candles to represent her goals, I just extended that to something more yummy looking (sadly, cupcakes are my most favorite dessert)! Staring at these delectable photos may be torturous, but they visually remind me that once upon a time those used to be attached to my ass. I'm not saying I gave up on cupcakes, I just don't eat as many! I will keep you posted as my office wall fills with more cupcakes!

"A balanced diet is a cookie in each hand"

-unknown

(I almost wish I thought of that quote myself)