Tag Archives: The Nutcracker

Friday faves

[my little elf in his new June & January jammies] One of my favorite traditions this time of year is taking in The Nutcracker at Hoyt Sherman. Ballet Des Moines puts on a great show, mostly because they cast my … Continue reading

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Stuff the stockings

A festive weekend ahead update: The weekend went by in a flash, but I did manage to catch up on some much-needed rest. Of course that was after traipsing around Des Moines for the Holly & Ivy tour, spending what … Continue reading

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A festive weekend ahead

Soiree sweater update: I have the best co-workers ever. They make going to work every day a treat. I can always count on them to come up with some crazy, yet amazingly awesome, ideas – like wearing ugly sweaters to … Continue reading

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Headed north

Sugar plum fairies update: I’ll admit, it’s been awhile since I’ve seen The Nutcracker ballet. I used to go when I lived in Chicago and I can always remember how I felt when I left the show – overwhelmed with the … 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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