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• Photography ~~ Selfie (weekly Photo Challenge)

  

  I don’t know what to tell y’all.  I needed a selfie, I don’t like selfies.  But I had this one on my iPod.  This was taken when I first got my iPod and was... Read more

  Posted on 10 February 2014 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• French Friday ~~ Saying No to Alcohol

  

  Bonjour!Welcome to my new Friday series.  Well, it is not exactly “my new” series but more accurately Cupcake Caramel’s original series. Read more

  Posted on 07 February 2014 DRINK, FOOD & DRINK, LIFESTYLE

• Chic ~~ Pink Accessories for a Grey Existence

  

  In streamlining my wardrobe I have paired my basics down to three colors; grey, dark brown and black (add in navy for summers).  I rely on accessories to give m... Read more

  Posted on 05 February 2014 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Photography ~~ Object (weekly Photo Challenge)

  

  For last week’s challenge, Juxtaposition, I used the photo, “feet with lamp” (do I sound professional now–giving a title to my “work”?). Read more

  Posted on 02 February 2014 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Photography ~~ Juxtaposition (weekly Photo Challenge)

  

  I guess pairing a lamp and feet together would qualify as a juxtaposition.  I took this last spring as I was lying on the sofa, playing with my camera to see ho... Read more

  Posted on 25 January 2014 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Vintage ~~ Attic Treasure

  

  As you know, I live in old house.  It was built in 1838 (just typing that looks weird).  For four years I have hoped to find some hidden treasure…either in the... Read more

  Posted on 23 January 2014 CULTURE, HISTORY, LIFESTYLE

• Photography ~~ Family (weekly Photo Challenge)

  

  My great-niece meeting Rockefeller for the first time.  I think she is questioning these particular “family” ties. Have a great weekend and enjoy the fun of... Read more

  Posted on 17 January 2014 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• (literature) Chic ~~ i Was Whippled Again

  

  As you have certainly discerned by now, I am not writing a “book review” blog.  Although I read books all the time, I don’t usually feel the need to share with... Read more

  Posted on 15 January 2014 BOOKS, LIFESTYLE

• Chic ~~ Alviero Martini Back on My Radar

  

  Do you know the name Alviero Martini?  Or maybe Prima Classe?  Does this help?:(via alviero martini)I remember these iconic bags from the early 90s. Read more

  Posted on 13 January 2014 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• Photography ~~ Window (weekly Photo Challenge)

  

  I love windows.  Having a house with lots of windows is important to me and my well-being.  I need light.  I have to see out.  Thank goodness for windows.... Read more

  Posted on 11 January 2014 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Vintage Chic ~~ Winter Coats

  chezbliss:Good morning! It’s 7F in Western Michigan…what an opportune time to “reblog” a previous post I did last March about winter coats. I am joining forces... Read more

  Posted on 08 January 2014 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Photography ~~ Beginning (weekly Photo Challenge)

  

  I rarely get to view the splendor of an amazing sunrise let alone any sunrise thanks to the trees and houses that shroud my views.  But once in a while the... Read more

  Posted on 04 January 2014 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Vintage French Chic ~~ Au Revoir 2013, Bonjour! 2014

  

  The year is swiftly coming to a close.  And while nothing monumental has happened–no big wedding was planned, no extraordinary vacations taken, no life... Read more

  Posted on 30 December 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Photography ~~ Joy (weekly Photo Challenge)

  

  Lake Michigan.Sunset.Glass of wine.Summer.COMPLETE JOY.Have a great Monday!!~~Heather~~ Read more

  Posted on 29 December 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Photography ~~ Let It Ice and Then Snow!

  

  Because then that makes everything pretty.  But of course under all this natural prettiness lies danger! Due to icy conditions, I did not venture out too far... Read more

  Posted on 23 December 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Vintage French Chic ~~ Porteen Gear Convertible Camera Bag

  

  For my fellow female photography enthusiasts…take note!  I am happy to acquaint you further with the Porteen Gear brand.  I first mentioned Porteen Gear in a... Read more

  Posted on 11 December 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Photography ~~ Grand (weekly Photo Challenge)

  

  This week’s challenge: Grand.  Only one thing came to mind:The Grand Hotel, Mackinac Island Don’t forget to visit the Daily Post for more “Grand” photos! Read more

  Posted on 07 December 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Vintage Chic ~~ Goodbye Handbags!

  

  Call it conscience, call it minimizing, call it a lack of poor judgment–call it whatever you like!  But some of my all-time favorite (and most are one of a kind... Read more

  Posted on 06 December 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Chic ~~ Beautiful Tote (and a Great Gift Idea)

  

  Bonjour!I am popping  in a minute to share a fabulous find on Etsy.  I am going to write more about Porteen Gear in the near future but until then I wanted to... Read more

  Posted on 30 November 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE

• Vintage Chic ~~ Pinterest Inspired Necklace

  

  I resisted long and hard (as I do with most “new” technology).  I was not going to let myself get sucked into the Pinterest vacuum. Read more

  Posted on 26 October 2013 FASHION, HAIR & BEAUTY, LIFESTYLE