Tag Archives: cocktails

A Galentine cocktail

Mondays can be the worst, so why not celebrate with a cocktail tonight?! With all this sickness and cold weather around here, it’s nice to have a little bubbly to help me think of warmer times ahead. This bevie would … Continue reading

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Pinkish hue

Bueller? update: Who doesn’t love watching a classic movie outdoors on a lawn? Morgan and I had a blast tonight at the Des Moines Art Center‘s showing of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. Now, if only I could play hookey from work … Continue reading

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Bestie’s birthday

Keep your cool update: The high yesterday was 102 degrees. The only way to make that bearable was my post-work dip in the pool accompanied by this little cocktail. Tomorrow is my bestie Molly’s birthday and I can sum our … Continue reading

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Shoe crush

Cocktails ahead update: We’re already half-way through the week – can you believe that?!  I know I can’t. It has turned out to be a pretty uneventful week thus far, which is a-okay considering how long last week was. Some … Continue reading

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Champagne wishes

“It is what it is” update: A big thank you to everyone for all your kind words and condolences. My grandma was an incredible lady. She taught me about patience, prayer and the power of unconditional love. She may have … Continue reading

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Sugar plum fairies

Jolly ol’ St. Nick update: The holiday season is a great time to catch up with friends and I have done just that the past two nights. And funny enough, at the same location – Star Bar. I just love cozying … Continue reading

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