Peace, Love, and Laughter

Merry Christmas to my very special Honeybee me friends!

Just wanted to share with you.... our Family Christmas Card this year.

I chose Minted this year.

Check out there collections of stationary and cards. 

I was really pleased with the quality and they do have great Sales for 

Black Friday and Cyber Monday!

And who doesn't love going to the mailbox this time of the year!

Merry Christmas from our home to yours!

Many Blessings to you this Holiday Season!

Peace, Love, and Laughter!!!

Gorilla Bread & Egg Muffins

Christmas Morning there are so many special details 

that we must take note of...the Music, The Smells, The Children,

and the breakfast. In our case we love a relaxing fun morning with our family in 

PJ's of course with a fabulous brunch to graze over as we open presents with 

our favs! Here are 2 of the recipes that will be on our Menu this Christmas for our Brunch!

Check out this Amazing Recipe from the South of course...Paula Deen's Gorilla Bread.

This is so indulgent. But such a yummy comfort food that tastes delicious!

This is a Pastry filled with Cinnamon Sugar. It had me with the Cinnamon!

This Little Gorilla Bread will smell your Kitchen with that Home 

Baked Smell of Christmas Morning! 

Can't wait!!

Egg Muffins are an easy Brunch Recipe that is healthy and delicious.

And it will balance out your special indulgence of the Gorilla Bread!

One of my favorite things with Egg Muffins are you can make them in the morning

and then I just put them in a warming drawer and they stay fresh and hot for your brunch.

Egg Muffins are so simple and you can put your favorite items in the recipe.

 I like Green and Red Peppers, Spinach, and of course Cheddar Cheese. Boom! 

I am getting hungry and ready for a Christmas Brunch!

Here is a Egg Muffin Recipe to check out Here.

So the Countdown is on...are all your details ready to go.

Hopefully these Recipes will help you create a beautiful brunch for your favs!

Simply having a good time. The best time of the year!

Tis the Season my friends! Enjoy your brunch!!

3 More Days!!!

Random Acts of Christmas Kindness

In all the beautiful details of Christmas this is certainly at the top!

Random Acts of Christmas Kindness a countdown to Christmas Day.

This is a great thing to do with your kids as you countdown to the big day.

Remembering the Reason for the Season. In a time of the year where your 

to do list is longer than ever...taking a moment to make someone feel loved and special.

This Random Acts of Kindness is from one of my friends Megan from 

the incredible Coffee Cups and Crayons a blog for moms to follow.

And Megan is probably one of the nicest people I have ever met and truly

takes the time to notice the details of motherhood and life with her family!

These Random Acts are quite simple, but truly make a difference!

Megan says .... that the secret to enjoying your holidays is actually adding

in another family activity each day--a random act of kindness. 

May be hard to believe but I think she is on to something. Thank you Megan!!!

Enjoy making someone feel special today!

Countdown to Christmas!!

Holiday Gift Guide 2015

Hi Friends!

Today I am going to show you some of my Top Holiday Gifts

to Wrap up for the Holidays for that someone special.

I am so excited that #target has done it again!

For years I have been giving these Little Giraffe Blankets

for that special Baby Gift. Mostly purchasing them at local

Baby Boutiques or Nordstrom's. However, Target has their very own 

line from Little Giraffe for a great price!

I love the Colors they offer with Gray, Pink, and Blue.

All 3 of my Bee's have these Mini Blankie's and LOVE!

This is a GREAT Gift!! Check out Target's Little Giraffe's Here.

Have you noticed lately that the Big Chunky Necklaces are 

not as HOT and Popular as they once were. Yes, Dainty Necklaces

are beautiful and delicate and very popular!

I am huge fan of this Brand Dogeared from Nordstrom's.

These beautiful necklaces make a great gift for a specific person.

I am loving their Mom, Sister, and Daughter Necklace.

Not only are the Necklaces beautiful, but they all have special meaning.

And giving a gift with meaning feels good!!!

Looking for a great gift under $50.

Nest Candles are delightful. The "Holiday" Classic is that perfect

gift for a friend or teacher! Nest Candles give such a great aroma that just fills a home.

One of my very good friends Bridget introduced me

to this Soap...Mister Violets. And I am quite impressed.

The package is fun. The product is great. This is your next 

hostess gift. This is a gift under $25.

This is a Cold Process Soap that stays true to tradition.

Mister Violets is reviving the old time simplicity that used to be commonplace.

Their Soaps are all hand made with the finest natural oils, clays, and herbs.

These Soaps will take you back to when quality was above all else.

Mister Violets has 4 amazing types of Soaps including Lavender Bergamot,

Balsam Rose, Espresso Tea Tree, and Calendula Cypress.

Swooning over this Copper Barware from Mark and Graham.

There is several items they offer for Entertaining.

I can just see a fabulous party for my hubby with this Copper. 

He loves Copper. Who doesn't! Great Gifts!

There is Beautiful Copper Serving Tray, Shot Glasses, Mugs, Ice Bucket, 

Martini Glasses, and even a fun Shaker. 

It's great to update your accessories in the Winter.

This Crochet Hat with Pompom and Infinity Scarf makes a great gift.

The Hat is $28 and the Scarf is $38. A lot of great colors to choose from as well.

My only wish is that I could use this more often in Florida!!!

I am dreaming of a White Christmas!!!

"You had me at Merlot"!

I am pretty sure this Little Sweatshirt would be a great addition

to your bestie's closet! Everyone needs a little whimsy in their life!

Love this gift! Have fun finding those perfect gifts!

Check back for my my Holiday Gift Guide 2015 for Kids!!

Tis the Season!!!

Happy Hour

And just like that you are out the door for your Happy Hour!

Ahhhh...smell's like a Friday!

Happy Friday my sweet friends!

I admit this is the best time of the year...but it's busy.

And you have to take a minute or two for yourself.

Whether it's a Mani Pedi with your Bestie or Happy Hour with your Hubby!

It's mandatory. Its right. And it feels good.

So join me in kicking off the weekend with a great bottle of Wine.

Freakshow!

And seriously this is no Freakshow! 

This is a Freaking Amazing Bottle of Wine!

Freakshow Cabernet is a very well balanced Red Wine with just enough

fruit and oak flavor you are looking for. 

It's a Terrific Value at $20/Bottle.

Check the Freakshow out!

My only Warning is....this wine is Gulpable!!!

Enjoy your Weekend!

Cheers!

Happy Hour

Happy Friday Ya'll!

Another Friday Favorite in Tampa Bay!

The Oxford Exchange. And it had me with the Gas Lanterns right at the front door!

I felt right at home with some Southern Gas Lanterns.

This is a great spot. If you haven't been...put it on your radar!

The Interior of the Oxford Exchange is fabulous. Quite the Designer Showcase.

Very Intimate in some areas and open and airy in other areas.

Great for Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, or my favorite Happy Hour!

I highly recommend you make a reservation ahead of time.

It's quite popular. The Menu is spectacular. Check out all the entities Here including Retail,

Private Events, and Food & Drink. The Buddy Brew Coffee Bar which serves

Hot and Cold Specialty Coffees is a Winner! Loved their Local Tebella Tea Company

Loose Leaf Teas....I tried the Coconut Latte Tea...and it was such a treat.

So, I did Brunch with my girls! It was a lot of fun. 

Every Saturday morning should begin like this....

......If I wasn't on the Football Field!! 

I love a celebration and the Oxford Exchange was the perfect 

spot to celebrate my sweet friend Jen's Birthday!

Happy Hour with a Brunch with these incredible ladies....is very Happy!

So join me in trying a Bellini from the Oxford Exchange.

Simple Beverage...but a great one for Brunch.

Champs and Muddled Peaches. Yes Ma'm!

Try this on for a Happy Hour Friends!

Thanks for checking out another great Tampa Bay Happy Hour!!!

Have a great weekend!

Cheers!!!

Bee Happy

So this little Tartan Plaid Blanket Scarf makes me so happy!

I am definitely dreaming of some Fall Weather.

Maybe we all are. I love Scarfs...but I honestly am so not good with them.

I am usually hot by nature...so living in Florida...Scarfs do not usually

make the Top 10 of Wardrobe Needs!

Tartan Plaid! Love. Mad for Plaid! Yes.

I am in. And yes it's back in.

It does crack me up a bit...when I think of Plaid.

It reminds of my School Days...of Uniforms and School Colors.

But I do love a good Plaid! Great Trend in homes as well.

I admit it. I like Fur! I have lots of Fur!

 And so should my little girl!

Fur Vest. Yes please! A Fur Vest is a great Addition for any

ensemble. I like this Color too with some Cute Boots for my Sweet Girl.

Old Navy always is great for a Trend...this Little Fur Vest for Girls is a great Value at $16.

And of course Gap and Old Navy always has a Sale. 40% Currently is the Deal use Code FORYOU.

Hunter Boots are the norm in a lot of Cities.

I think it will be my new norm in Tampa Bay!!

Just love the look of these Boots. They come in so many great colors.

And I am thinking pretty darn functional for a Rainy Day!

Nordstrom carries Hunter Boots. However, Costco dipped into a few colors

this season and is selling them as well. I will say...most colors and sizes are sold out!

Boo. I frequent their website! 

These make a fantastic gift as well. It is the season of giving.

This little Blog is making me so happy.

You all know I love a good Blog. Blogs I frequent

..I certainly may miss every bell and whistle that may happen on Face Book...

but Blogs are fun. I am so enjoying The Gray Ruby Diaries Blog.

It's definitely one to follow. Mrs. Blinks is such an inspirational mother of

2 beautiful girls and 1 one the way. Jump on her Blog and follow the journey.

My Sweet Hubs and I went to college with Mr. Blinks!!

Bee Happy Friends!!!

Operation Christmas Child 2015

It's finally here National Collection Week

for one of my Favorite Events for the Holidays!

Operation Christmas Child from Samaritans Purse.

This Organization partners with Churches worldwide to reach

boys and girls with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. 

These Little Shoe Boxes filled with Love ...may be the only gift

these boys and girls ever receive! It's a tradition in our home 

every year that my boys and my sweet girl Pack a Shoe Box for Child.

You can read my post from last year's OCC Here.

It's fun ...and the cost is minimal. You can send a Box around the World 

for only $7. And even better you can follow your Box and discover the destination Here.

My Bee's and I have fun picking out gifts to go in the Shoe Box.

We fill them with boy or girl age appropriate gifts.

We aim to put a "Wow" Toy in each Box as well as fun Little Gift Items.

Including School Supplies and Hygiene Items. Its a lot of fun to personalize

each box and make it special for the kids.

This is such a great time of the year.

Remember the Reason for the Season!

Check out this amazing project from Samaritan's Purse

 for Kids around the World Here. 

Enjoy these Sweet Christmas Details!

Three Brothers Eggs

It's details like this that are just so charming and sweet!

My very good friend Bridget has 3 Amazing Handsome Boys.

The same age as my 3 Bee's. Not only is my friend Bridget

one of the best moms I know to 3 Littles, she has Hens!

Not that she was bored or anything...but she has Free Range Hens

that she mothers on a daily basis. These Hens are also taken very good care

of from Three Brothers! Healthy and Happy Hens produce amazing delicious organic eggs daily!

Fed with only Human Consumption Grade Food not to mention fruit and Veggie leftovers!

The Packaging is quite Cute too!

Meet these Young Entrepeneurs Three Brothers!

Ethan, Henry, and Baby Hugh!

These Boys are getting a great Lesson with their very own business of

economics and customer service! I love it!

So local friends you must contact Bridget

to get a Dozen Three Brother's Eggs for $3.50.

Apparently the Chickens always leave a fun Green Egg for every Dozen!

These Eggs are fantastic and I love these Three Brothers!!!

Enjoy some Eggs!

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Happy Hour

Oh how I love Happy Hour! Signifies a Smile! Good Times with my Hubby! Or Good Friends. Good Glass of Wine! New Place. Old Place. Home. But around here....It's FriYay! And it's our Special Time! To Spice up my Happy Hour Post's...I would like to share some fun places that I recommend.

The Noble Crust was a Big Hit with us!

The Service, The Menu, The Cocktails, The Wine, and The Atmosphere...

.....All an A+! And I am tough critic ...growing up with my Dad in the Hotel Business...

and coming from the Wine and Spirits Business....Restaurants and Hotels...

that's my thing. My Happy Place! But this place...is a Happy Place.

We will go back soon. They offer a Brunch that I am super excited about!

This Little Cocktail caught my eye and my taste buds!

Meet the Noble Mojito! Delicious!

The Noble Mojito was so refreshing and perfect for 

this crazy warm weather we have in Florida!

The Noble Mojito is Simple with Rum, Fresh Raspberries, Mint, Lime, and Soda.

Cheers!!!

To my Local Friends let me know what you think of the Noble Crust.

Happy Friday Friends!

Grab your Besties and Enjoy your Happy Hour!

Have a great weekend!

Thoughts on Wednesday

Well ....It's feeling like a great Wednesday!

Very Productive....perfect for a hump day!

Here are a few of my Thoughts!

These 2 Cuties were the most adorable T-Birds for Halloween!

Loved their Costumes this year! The boys and a few of their Buddies

were the T-Birds from Grease....and let me tell you....

"Grease is the Word!"

And well my Sweet Angel Beckham was Alice in Wonderland...

literally for minutes! She melts my heart and I am pretty 

sure her Big Brothers too!!!

It just wouldn't be right if my Honeybee didn't at least

debut at some point in a Bee Costume!

And she did! Rocked it! Love her!

Of course it's not just all about those Cuties on Halloween.

Us moms we deserve some fun with the girls too!

We enjoyed a Fabulous Time with Friends and Family for Halloween.

Tradition be it...we have a Driveway Party with our Friends and Family

before we Trick or Treat. We have a Chili Bar...we had many kinds of yummies for all.

It's a good time! The good news is ....that the Holiday Season is Here!

The bad news is ....the Tampa Bay Weather is so not acceptable!!! Ugh!

Ever heard of an Apple Update!

Oh my...sometimes these Updates are Epic!

And there are no words!

In a very bad way! I love that Apple is Striving to bring

all your Devices together like one happy family...however...my thought is...

I want to Blog...don't give me Photo..and I Photo Issues...please!

And all the Apple Computer Issues....they just make me feel...

 late to the Party...missed the Honeybee me for the last few weeks!

The Honeybee me is like having lunch with your Bestie!

It's fun and Charming...and it gives that Smile that we love for our daily bread!

So...I am back.

And this happen while Apple was Updating!

20 Year Reunion from High School!

What!?!!? And well my thoughts are...it was quite delightful

to catch up with my lovely Classmates! Seriously...I wish I 

had a Crazy Story to tell...but the truth is...you connect with Friends that you 

spent so much time with like it was just the other day.

In a Blink of an Eye! More Good Times!

To know me is to know it really is all about the details.

Big Fan of this OPI "Be there is a Prosecco".

This will be on heavy rotation in my Manicures!

And Bourbon and Bowetie Bracelets are really fabulous layered for fun look!

My Local Friends...Simply Elegant is having a Bourbon and Bowetie Trunk Show 

on November 5th. I am sure there will be a great selection for the Holidays!

Check back this week for a fun Happy Hour!

 Happy Hump Day!

Thanks for Stopping by!