We cannot start talking about all the natural wonders of the world without a shout out to WONDER WOMAN! I mean; c’mon….what girl did not want to embody the image of Lynda Carter as Wonder Woman? So having said that, I don’t know very much about the new movie (not starring Lynda Carter) but I’m willing to go see it with my sis. Because WW gets things done.
It’s never too late to start a mantra!
There must always be something to celebrate – how about just living?
This is an older photo from my scuba days in Jamaica. I wore stripes so that the angel fish would think I was one of them. But they knewI was no Angel. Clownfish maybe?
Monument Valley, Arizona must be one of the most natural spiritual settings on earth. I took this photo on one of our glamping trips. It’s also the setting for many John Wayne old spaghetti Westerns.
These are somewhat thought out random posts. Because like you, my mood always changes! Welcome to the week.
Adding the probiotic powerhouse called KEFIR to my morning smoothie has become a replacement for regular almond milk. Finding grass fed is the ultimate.
And of course daisies and a sprig of mint make it more appealing
Its unique name comes from the Turkish work “keif,” which means “good feeling.”For centuries, it’s been used in European and Asian folk medicine due to the wide variety of conditions it’s been known to cure.
Although I still like almond milk, Kefir comes with an impressive abundance of additional health benefits listed below. It also tastes very good blended up with berries, protein powder and whatever else you put in. I add green powder (of course I use Brad King’s ultimate vegan organic wild greens – it really is the best and has everything you can think of per scoop), about one Tbsp. of brown flax seeds which I grind up just before putting it in the Vitamix and lastly a Tbsp. of organic flax seed oil (per the disease fighting Budwig Protocol). Sometimes a little turmeric, black pepper, cinnamon + honey.
SUMMERhas officially arrived in all its sunny glory. Here is how I celebrated the very first day.
Not exactly diving into the first day but still enjoying the pool and wondering where have all the ducks gone?A girly get together for another birthday celebration. L-R Sylvain, Louise #2, Rosa, Louise #1 (birthday girl), hostess Colleen (in her stunning garden).Rosa & Jia Jia. I’m so relieved he didn’t jump fall into the pool like he once did in Las Vegas.
Louise, Colleen, mango cake & local strawberries Shady Lady Selfie (RAEN, LA Durante Sunglasses from Summer Box of Style; yeah! – gotta get my plug in)
“I’d never join a club that would allow a person like me to become a member.” – Woody Allen.
Caramel Curves Bike Club. Photo: Akasha Rabut for Insider
This seems like a pretty cool club though...if only they’d accept me!
Caramel Curves is an all-female motorcycle club that rules the streets of New Orleans. They’re local celebrities who use their fame for fundraising and community building projects.
With their matching outfits, sky-high stilettos, and dazzling motorbikes that emit puffs of pink smoke, Caramel Curves is a photographer’s dream.
Founded in 2005, the all-female motorcycle club meets every Sunday to cruise through the streets of New Orleans and share in the sisterhood of partaking in what is often a male-dominated arena. Photographer Akasha Rabut spent three years riding with them and documenting these divas in action. She beat me to it! There are 28 of them. Can we make it 29??
Wanna know how to make these exotic fruit tartlets using dragon fruit, guava, and everything in between?
I found this on goop.com. To kick off summer, they developed three easy, refreshing, and slightlyhealthy recipes—one with a classic custard base, one made from coconut milk, and one dairy-free chocolate sorbet that tastes a lot like frozen brownie mix. And if you don’t have an ice cream maker, these recipes all happen to make excellent popsicles, too…
They were sent to me in my summer Box of Style which by the way, I always look forward to receiving every season. Because it’s what’s on the inside that counts.
THE MULTI-TASKER
Formulated without harmful ingredients, this hibiscus-hued blush is indispensable for the sultry season. Sweep it on your cheeks and lips for a pretty pick-me-up day or night. The color is flattering for all skin tones.
Beautycounter Cream Blusher, Retail Value: $37
THE JETSETTER
This one was timely because I just finished my sunscreen stick that I carry around in my purse. Never leave home without a sleek sunscreen stick. This one is made with organic coconut oil and acai fruit oil, it offers water-resistant sun protection that goes on sheer—so your skin will love it.
Real Style can now be bought…but we know who wore it best!
Oh, how I’d love to own a piece of clothing that Audrey Hepburn had worn.
Audrey Hepburn and Mel Ferrer in 1956. Photo: Paramount / Kobal / REX / Shutterstockon
If only I could afford to…if only I could fit into something – two major factors. Or maybe I could just frame the dress from Breakfast at Tiffanys!
For fans it will be possible to purchase something special with Christie’s upcoming sale of the Personal Collection of Audrey Hepburn. A sneak peek:
A behind-the-scenes glimpse of Christie’s upcoming sale The Personal Collection of Audrey Hepburn. Photo: Courtesy of Christie’s Images Ltd. 2017
‘It is with great joy that we seek to share her spirit, through this sale, and its related previews’ — Luca Dotti and Sean Hepburn Ferrer, Audrey Hepburn’s sons.
Among this precious cache are many pieces from Hepburn’s personal wardrobe, including a cocktail dress from her friend and favorite fashion collaborator Hubert de Givenchy, a classic Burberry trench, and a rainbow-hued selection of ballet flats.
Photographs, Hepburn’s annotated scripts, and more will also be offered for sale in London on September 27; if the Internet breaks that day, you’ll know why. Decades after her passing, Hepburn’s popularity only continues to grow.
Hepburn’s style is sure to have drawn many to her. “People have always talked about her grace, [and wondered], What was the secret of her elegance? What was her system? What was her style?,” says her son Sean Ferrer who, with his 20-year-old daughter, is writing a fashion book, slated for 2018, that will tackle these questions, though he believes that some answers will emerge at the Christie’s preview, “when people see not just iconic pieces of clothing, but also more intimate things, things that she wore on her off time or at home.”
Audrey Hepburn’s colorful ballet flats (estimates from $1,900). Photo: Courtesy of Christie’s Images Ltd. 2017
If the sale will offer fans a more complete picture of Hepburn, it sounds like it will free the family to move forward with their charitable efforts on their mother’s behalf. Things, Ferrer says, are static. “As far as moving into the future, I don’t think things will help us, therefore it’s only fair that those who would like to have a keepsake of her can do so.”
It would make for a fabulous keepsake from one of the most loved actresses of all time.
Source for story: Laird Borrelli-Persson / Vogue Runway
With its rich and buttery flavour, Sablefish is considered a delicacy by chefs across the country. This recipe takes barely no time to prepare, ready in minutes and then disappears almost instantly.
Sablefish has a high oil content which allows it to be cooked at high temperatures. It also makes this fish an ideal source of Omega-3 fatty acids, which many health experts suggest reduces the risk of heart disease. AND the taste is unbeatable.
You can alter this made up recipe depending on how many people you’re serving. This is for two:
In a small dish mix equal amounts (1 tsp. each) of sesame oil, low sodium soy sauce, fresh grated ginger & sake (the alcohol burns off when cooking but you can omit this). To the bowl add a little less amount of chili oil + yuzu hot sauce (a vinegar/citrus japanese sauce). Mix together. Pour over two equal size pieces of Sablefish and let sit in fridge for several hours.
When ready to *cook, pat the fish dry and bake in pyrex plate (350F) until done – about 10 minutes or until a fork inserted in the middle comes out easily. Top with sesame seeds (optional; I used “everything but the bagel” seasoning which also has sea salt, garlic + onion and gives fish an extra tasty crunch). This one is available at Trader Joe’s.
With the added sesame seeds. Sides: buttered acorn squash, steamed local asparagus + vegetable casserole.
*This time I did not bake the fish. I used my (almost untouched) George Foreman Grill on highest heat sprayed with a little coconut oil (and did not pat the fish too dry so it would not stick). Left for a couple minutes, it was seared perfectly on both sides and came out intact and it tasted amazing. Just in case you happen to have forgotten about the GFG, it can still work magic (and not just for grilled cheese sandwiches).
Sometimes we play with these things for a little while, put them away and then forget about them. Now I’m re-imagining useful ways to use my older cookware like the grill, the slow cooker and clay pot. It’s fun.
For the love of hats & personal style (and things I like)
Variety from Lesley’s Girls Vintage LifestyleSole Society Straw Panama Hat from summer box of STYLE
pajama dressing for daytime – zoe report.
I don’t know who makes these but they look like an interesting conversation pair of slightly uncomfortable shoes.
And finally, the woman who set so many trends that are still HOT
Nicknamed ‘Coco’ after a brief spell as a cabaret dancer, CocoChanelwas inspired by the bourgeois class of Paris to start creatinghats. … CocoChanel became a licensed modiste in 1910 and opened her first millinery boutique ‘ChanelModes’ at 21 rue Cambon.
If you like Chai Tea Lattes like me, you’ll love this full-of-goodness relaxing concoction.
PHOTO BY CHELSEA KYLE, FOOD STYLING BY KATHERINE SACKS
I thought I knew everything. Apparently this is a thing. You might have already heard about it. Golden Milk not only tastes good, it also comes with a long list of health benefits (look it up). My friend Margeaux swears by it and so she made it for us while we were visiting her resort-style home in the Kooteneys because she said it’s the best before-bedtime drink to help promote a peaceful deep sleep. She was right. I slept like a baby.
I’ve been using up the paste she made for us nightly and when I run out (soon) I’ll be making my own. Here’s the recipe (which of course, you can modify to suit your taste).
This lightly spiced drink (which is similar in flavor to chai) is packed with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, thanks to a dose of peppery turmeric. A touch of honey adds just the right amount of sweetness, while the ginger and black pepper add a little heat.
Margeaux starting to prepare the paste & the aroma is exotically enticingThe paste is thickening
INGREDIENTS
1 cup unsweetened non-dairy milk, preferably coconut milk beverage or almond milk
Ground cinnamon (for serving). Margeaux went one step further and gave us whole cinnamon sticks to use for swirling – a nice added touch.
Cardamon (optional)
PREPARATION
Whisk coconut milk, cinnamon, turmeric, ginger, honey, coconut oil, peppercorns, and 1 cup water in a small saucepan; bring to a low boil. Reduce heat and simmer until flavors have melded, about 10 minutes and paste begins to thicken. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve.
To drink (per person): to one cup of non dairy beverage, add 1/4 tsp. of turmeric paste & 1 tsp. virgin coconut oil. Warm over medium heat before bedtime for best results. Do not overheat. Pour into a mug. Sprinkle with cinnamon or serve with cinnamon stick.
Do Ahead
Golden milk can be made 5 days ahead. Store in an airtight container and chill. Warm before serving.
Cooks’ Note
Using fresh turmeric adds a clean, bright flavor to this drink, but dried turmeric can be substituted when fresh is not available. Keep in mind that dried turmeric will settle to the bottom of the mug, so stir well before drinking.
Makes 2 cups
*I have used fresh turmeric (which resembles fresh ginger – bought at South China Seas Trading Company, Granville Island) but I have to tell you that every time the skin around my nails turn bright yellow for a little while. If you don’t want that you’ll have to wear latex gloves. The powder in my opinion is your best bet. It is still potent.
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