tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77760662762776875452024-03-13T12:43:33.707-07:00ItgredientsKim's Musings, Ideas, Trends and Inspiration - or all things "IT" - for a better lifeKim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.comBlogger140125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-58388564415538566142017-12-28T08:28:00.002-08:002017-12-28T08:28:29.699-08:00The Passenger<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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When faced with mortality, memories start to flood in. It
was a crisp day in New Hampshire when I spotted <i>him </i>(or her…I don’t know). He
was laying on the ground in all of his teddy bear-come-to-life glory. His
parents were enjoying an ice cream cone (or a beer -- again, I don’t know, I was too
distracted by <i>him</i>). We were on our way to a bar to celebrate our friend’s
wedding. After about an hour, I ran from the bar, chasing him and his parents
down the street. They were by now on their way home and about a mile down the
street. I caught up to them huffing and puffing, and screeched – “What kind of
dog is that?” “It’s a Wheaten Terrier” they said. As I would come to find out, it was probably the thousandth time
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I became obsessed. I had to have one of these dogs. The way
his hair bounced when he walked. Those perfectly kind, almond-shaped eyes. The
shaggy terrier-ness of it all, with a refined fluff that is now more common in
the Labradoodle, which to my knowledge did not yet exist in 2002.<o:p></o:p></div>
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My boss wants me to go look at a bird. Birds are kind of
gross as pets, I thought, but sure, I’ll go. We walked into a pet store, and
they were yes, selling birds. But also dogs. I had no idea you could even buy a
dog in a pet store anymore. There he was. The glorious, radiant, obsessable
Wheaten Terrier. Sitting in a cage with his own poop. He was way too big to be
in a pet store. I eyeballed him for a moment, and then walked along to see the
bird. It was a “work” outing after all.<o:p></o:p></div>
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A month later, I dragged Troy in to see The Wheaten Terrier.
There was no way he was still going to be there. He was. We took our “rescue”
dog home to meet our two much larger beasts. He was true to his breed – a
terror. Running at full speed and hitting his head on the step to the deck and
knocking out one of his canine teeth. Spreading his 8-hour-work-day-load of pee and poop all over
our kitchen floor. Traveling at lightning speed through underground draining
pipes to the neighborhood next door. But, he would sit on the couch with me at
night when I was scared and alone during Troy’s first deployment to Iraq. We
ate Cheetos together, and I had wine. I lost 10 pounds. He sat there with me
again during Troy’s second deployment.<o:p></o:p></div>
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In 2010, we moved to San Diego. He was our only child. He
got to pick whether he rode with me in the car or in the U-haul with Troy on
our cross-country journey. His life was a wonderland. Dog beach on Coronado
Island. Baseball games at Petco Park with a parade on the field. Dinner on dog
friendly patio after dog friendly patio. Runs along the bay. Everyone stopped to ask, "What kind of dog is that?" I considered getting him a T-shirt that said "I'm a Wheaten Terrier" just so we could walk in peace.<br /><o:p></o:p></div>
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He was my only friend for two years. Troy had PTSD and
wanted nothing to do with anything. So, I took him shopping at Nordstrom. He
joined me for Salade Nicoise at Café Chloe or croissants at Tartine when I
needed a girl’s date. He was my sidekick. My son. My co-pilot. My best friend. My passenger. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Today we have three dogs and a cat. I have friends again. We have
a great life that involves a lot of hiking on mountains, rocks and dirt. He
does not like dirt. He can’t hike anymore. He can barely get around the house.
My friend is not going to be here for much longer. I’ve never loved anyone like
him. I’ve never had a friend as loyal. I’m not sure I ever will again. <o:p></o:p></div>
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Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-2126689383669887762017-09-05T12:26:00.000-07:002017-09-05T12:27:31.662-07:00Goodbye SummerI can't say I'm sad to see the summer go. It's never been my favorite season - probably because when you grow up in the South, it's so darn hot and humid and your hair is frizzy and I was never a girly girl who liked dresses (or God forbid, shorts). But, it will be sad to see a few things go, like this gorgeous <a href="https://www.clarev.com/products/creme-woven-alice" target="_blank">Claire V. bag</a> that was meant for summer (but, hey, I live in California, so I can use it year-round, right?)...<br />
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<br />Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-48381106779658860812017-08-02T11:05:00.000-07:002017-12-28T08:21:47.477-08:00What You (and I) Need NowInstead of buying everything I can get my greedy little hands on, I thought I'd start posting about things I am lusting after to try to satiate my craving. If this doesn't work, maybe I'll still go shopping. For now, hope you're inspired to try or buy a few new things!<br />
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What I Need Right Now is...Bryr Clogs<br />
Can't decide if I want to Emma Closed Toe or Cross-Over, but suede definitely wins this game.<br />
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<a href="https://www.bryrstudio.com/collections/fall_edit/products/emma-closed-toe-high-heel-2" target="_blank">Bryr Studio </a><br />
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<br />Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-10498697912555575702016-02-11T17:00:00.000-08:002016-02-11T17:00:11.152-08:00SprungSpring has already sprung here in SoCal, with the dogwoods blooming and my allergies kicking in. Here's my round-up of what you and I need to stay chic this warm season:<br />
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<b>Bedhead</b><br />
Do it like the French girls...<br />
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<b>Little Black Bags</b><br />
So many good ones. Pick high or low. Wear it cross-body or not.<br />
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<b>High Tops</b><br />
All the cool girls are doing it.<br />
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<b>Dickeys+</b><br />
There is always one elusive item I just have to have and cannot find. I can't even describe this thing I saw. It was part dickey, part turtleneck, part sweater, with no sides or arms, just a turtleneck, long front panel and long back. Worn over a tank. So effortless. So darn amazing. Will keep looking. Just think cool, cool way to layer.<br />
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<b>Nips</b><br />
No bra, no problem. Yay!<br />
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<b>Slip Dress</b><br />
I will never forget Kate Moss in the 80s. Only wish my hipbones still jutted out.<br />
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<b>Bodysuit</b><br />
Flesh and bone, baby.<br />
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<i>And </i>with it being NYFW and all, my head is already spinning for fall. Velvet. Bow blouses. Bombers. Silk. Tweeds. Culottes. Oh my. Better. Start. Saving. Enjoy!<br />
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<br />Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-6448113961660887152014-04-30T15:45:00.001-07:002014-04-30T15:48:55.380-07:00Yoga Glowing<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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My friend Cassandra is kind of my personal fitness muse. She was a trainer at one point in her many lives and is so committed to keeping in shape. I am not like that. At all. I really hate exercise unless it's riding a horse.<br />
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But, something is starting to change in me and I think it's Cassandra's fault. Actually, I know it is. She invited me to do a yoga challenge with her back in January, and I liked it. And, I could see myself getting stronger. So now, I do yoga every damn day (or #yogaeverydamnday). And, I kind of love it!<br />
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Here are the tools I use:<br />
<a href="http://www.yogaglo.com/" target="_blank">YogaGlo</a> - $18.95 a month for unlimited yoga and meditation classes you can do on your own schedule and level!<br />
<a href="http://instagram.com/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> - Follow <a href="http://instagram.com/beachyogagirl#" target="_blank">@beachyogagirl</a> <a href="http://instagram.com/kinoyoga#" target="_blank">@kinoyoga</a> or <a href="http://instagram.com/stokedyogi#" target="_blank">@stokedyogi</a> for the latest practices aka challenges. Photographing yourself doing the poses seems narcissistic, but it actually helps you see your form, improve and stay motivated thanks to friends and strangers who say nice things about your progress (narcissist).<br />
<a href="http://www.pilatesanytime.com/" target="_blank">Pilates Anytime</a> - I haven't joined this yet, but it looks to be the Pilates version of YogaGlo. I heart Pilates too, so maybe I'll join.Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-48699996718934182842014-02-08T11:11:00.002-08:002014-02-08T11:13:15.044-08:00Gotta Have It...2014I started this list well before NYFW, but it's been validated. So, here's a list of my "gotta haves" for 2014. Mind you, I won't be able to pull <u>all </u>of this off...but somebody should:<br />
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<b>Backpacks</b><br />
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Whether high fashion or utilitarian, backpacks are back. Lately while traveling, I've been carrying my black Patagonia backpack instead of a purse, and putting my LV clutch or Chanel bag inside for when I need to dress up.<br />
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<b>Tomboy/unisex</b><br />
Boy's or girl's. Doesn't matter anymore. Button your shirt up to your clavicle, stat.<b> </b><br />
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<b>Something over-the-top unique </b><br />
Just show who you are. It doesn't matter if it's on-trend, so much as you love it.<br />
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<b>Leather pants</b><br />
Been on my list for a while now. Still relevant. And comfy.<br />
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<b>Mohawks</b><br />
For girls. Or dogs.<br />
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<b>Combat boots</b><br />
Doc Martens are good for the younger set. For us mid-lifers, I'm going with more of a paddock boot version by Frye. <br />
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Take a cue from Europe and put these (back) in your wardrobe. I love my Sven clogs and they look especially great with black or grey skinny jeans. I will be wearing them non-stop with skirts and shorter pants or shorts when my legs are tan in summer.<br />
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<b>Tennies </b><br />
I'm not a fan of the big clunky ones, but I do love a good pair of simple tennies with aforementioned leather pants, cropped black pants or cropped tight jeans.<br />
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I've stumbled upon an interesting phenomenon. It seems documenting/coping with life has moved on from posting everything on Facebook to more <a href="http://juliacameronlive.com/" target="_blank">artistic means</a> in the form of something called a <a href="http://www.willowing.org/life-book-2014/" target="_blank">life book</a>. In fact, I'm participating in a yearlong course dedicated to "life booking" that has me pretty intrigued. I'll keep you posted on my journey back to my creative side.Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-72519141938368515902013-11-24T11:09:00.000-08:002013-11-24T11:10:24.244-08:00Keen WahHere's something that makes me happy, so thought it was worth sharing. With Thanksgiving upon us, a little super-food for breakfast is certainly a good thing.<br />
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<u><b>Quinoa Granola (a la Gwyneth)</b></u><br />
1/2 cup real maple syrup<br />
1/2 cup olive oil<br />
3 cups quinoa (I like the tri-color from TJ's)<br />
Sea salt<br />
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Mix together all ingredients in a big bowl. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the quinoa mixture out in a thin layer. Cook in a 400 degree over for about 10 minutes, stir. Cook for another 10 minutes, stir. Cook for about five more minutes or until lightly golden. Remove from oven and stir one last time. Smooth it out and let cool completely. When cool, break into bite-sized pieces. Serve with your preferred toppings - I like blackberries and almond milk - or just eat it by itself. Recipe adapted from <i>It's All Good</i>.<br />
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For some laughs, check out the board chronicling the fictional child named Quinoa on <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/tashaesch/quinoa/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>.Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-77685568036308185762013-06-23T08:10:00.000-07:002013-06-23T08:10:04.462-07:00SummertimeShorts and me. They don't mix. Never liked 'em. In fact, I'm not much of a summer clothing fan. So instead, I like to interject some year-round staples into my wardrobe and make them work for summer. Here are some of my picks for a summer <a href="http://pinterest.com/kimhardcastle/shopping-list/" target="_blank">2013 shopping list.</a> Take them into fall too. Enjoy!<br />
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<a href="http://www.aninebing.com/products/white-bohemian-dress" target="_blank">White dress</a><br />
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<a href="http://us.accessorize.com/view/product/us_catalog/acc_2,acc_2.3/3820734200?source=aw&skipRedirection=true" target="_blank">Ginormous necklace</a><br />
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<a href="javascript:showZoomView(0)" target="_blank">White jeans</a><br />
I like AGs, but there are lots of options out there. <br />
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<a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/112801165639499406/" target="_blank">Classic Jesus Sandals</a><br />
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<br /><a href="http://www.maliamills.com/" target="_blank">Pin-up bathing suit</a><br />
Malia Mills is pricey but makes amazing swimwear for any kind of body. <br />
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Follow my <a href="http://pinterest.com/kimhardcastle/shopping-list/" target="_blank">Shopping List board</a> on Pinterest for regular updates on what to buy now...Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-80448328448159756092013-05-29T15:56:00.001-07:002013-05-29T15:56:05.164-07:00Watch This! The Intouchables<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Parlez vous Francais? It doesn't matter if you do. This French movie (sub-titled) is so amazing, you just have to watch it. Seriously. Life-changing.<br />
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<br />Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-47312699192941684352013-05-29T15:51:00.002-07:002013-05-29T15:51:29.062-07:00GP's All Good<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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My love for GP is no secret. She's just inspiring, and her new cookbook is the best yet.<br />
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Before the cookbook came out, I began to toy with the idea of cutting lots of nasty things out of my diet. And, living in California, it's pretty easy to do. But, I hated the recipes I was finding for "clean food."<br />
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Enter <i>It's All Good</i>. So far, everything I've tried really is <u><i>All Good</i></u> (esp. the banana "ice cream"). Yum. Go buy it and make yourself feel better. Special props to GP for not wearing makeup in the photos - I love to see a star who's not too vain to show what she <i>really </i>looks like.Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-81634218880872695072013-02-25T17:12:00.001-08:002013-02-25T17:12:53.521-08:00Oscar the GrouchI wait all year for the Oscar's. So, I get a little testy when it doesn't live up to my expectations. OK, my expectations may be a little unrealistic, but come on, this is supposed to be Hollywood's most glamorous and Hollywood-tastic night. Last night marked the first time I have EVER gone to bed before the Best Picture is announced. So, I give it an F. Blah.<br />
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And, for a great slide show that lives up to all of my Hollywood expectations, check out the Vanity Fair party pics <a href="http://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2013/02/vanity-fair-oscar-party-photos-2013#/slide=1" target="_blank">here</a>!Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-54874987013211715682013-02-25T16:45:00.001-08:002013-02-25T16:45:08.033-08:00Everything<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQiEywiH0TgOOyPUX6lDmS2cEFQ-i2TzwgqVXZajJypf2Bam-SlVT0x4XBYUT8EEl1BfBUsMC6HBCw_9VmOQqNQIFyj2ewcbdt_BmhM8RHtzXacMWpzgkhzvpz22G-RsEF9TmfxhrIAI16/s1600/patrick-wilson-girls.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="198" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQiEywiH0TgOOyPUX6lDmS2cEFQ-i2TzwgqVXZajJypf2Bam-SlVT0x4XBYUT8EEl1BfBUsMC6HBCw_9VmOQqNQIFyj2ewcbdt_BmhM8RHtzXacMWpzgkhzvpz22G-RsEF9TmfxhrIAI16/s320/patrick-wilson-girls.jpg" width="320" /></a><br />
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Best Overall - Gretchen Mol in Vintage Valentino and lovely Louboutins
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Best Old School Hollywood Glam - Jessica Pare in Jason Wu
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Best Matching Purple Hair/Dress Combo - Kelly Osbourne in Zac Posen
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Also, here's hoping the girls take more risks at the Globes and Oscars. I'm kind of bored.Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-92187832400440643342012-07-15T07:33:00.002-07:002012-09-27T08:10:26.055-07:00Back at it...Fall PreviewIt seems like fall is a long way off, but now is the time to start saving those pennies for some fall wardrobe additions. Here are a few of my must-have picks for Fall 2012.<br />
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Simple and skinny. Wear with a baggy top or tucked in blouse and blazer.<br />
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Every season, there is one item on my list that I'm never able to find. I have a feeling this will be the item this year that eludes me. The perfect pair has an ankle or T-strap and is just the right shade of emerald or jade green.
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I love this one from Burberry Prorsum. I'm sure H&M and other low-cost retailers will also have these, and it's definitely not an investment piece.<br />
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Top or bottom, camel is a classic that needs only minor updates each fall. Look for a skinny camel pencil skirt, pants or a beautiful coat you can invest in and wear year after year.<br />
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Super soft and super long. Wear with a belt and tucked in top or heels to keep from looking too sloppy.Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-22425253421740475542012-01-19T17:43:00.000-08:002012-01-19T18:17:22.609-08:00In My TribeAwards season is upon us - yippee! I love the red carpet <span style="font-style:italic;">so</span>...and so do lots of my girlfriends. In an effort to get some conversation going during this year's battle over best dressed for the Golden Globes, I decided to ask my tribe who they thought did it best. After all, I'm not the only one with an opinion.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Their picks:</span><br /><br />Jessica Alba in Gucci (top vote-getter)<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2KC2Y2tU9PHczqsLcT6K9oBUkjPUUG3Z1SDI-LoOVtC9Qqvuxha1gqnuD10kzDcaNZ_xh_mDa6ZHHWdrGcwOsBglshTj9AZzHNQagCS7b3oRhdDF50dxEjOehWpl0BbBCwCVEbdwlZs44/s1600/Alba.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 233px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2KC2Y2tU9PHczqsLcT6K9oBUkjPUUG3Z1SDI-LoOVtC9Qqvuxha1gqnuD10kzDcaNZ_xh_mDa6ZHHWdrGcwOsBglshTj9AZzHNQagCS7b3oRhdDF50dxEjOehWpl0BbBCwCVEbdwlZs44/s320/Alba.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5699528685690817730" /></a><br /><br />Salma Hayek also in Gucci<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgacdZh3g1uMwfkzHNn0TdeWYOwnlCO8JzbWSeLB00jSLeeCojQD0FjUJy8RMhY7Z9R0_u7MrX4NnOpfpC_VDe5T0rugR-dgaVwgZzE2Ee9pS6z2AJ6B5lPYH6Uk-We3-rNOk6ISiQGh1Rj/s1600/Hayek.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 233px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgacdZh3g1uMwfkzHNn0TdeWYOwnlCO8JzbWSeLB00jSLeeCojQD0FjUJy8RMhY7Z9R0_u7MrX4NnOpfpC_VDe5T0rugR-dgaVwgZzE2Ee9pS6z2AJ6B5lPYH6Uk-We3-rNOk6ISiQGh1Rj/s320/Hayek.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5699528968297258114" /></a><br /><br />Charlize Theron in Dior<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbUfgKcz4OJh8tURI5NM6QpoGxhxaKceHs1ietAsPfZe-aGMstDdyn_9QX2uEJvwrzWy8e07fehIWfBGieSWiCU323lSZW-N5LaPkFPWztMZcxzrT-oBRUnFG6XGLznCo62zQb1m81nyYq/s1600/Theron.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 233px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbUfgKcz4OJh8tURI5NM6QpoGxhxaKceHs1ietAsPfZe-aGMstDdyn_9QX2uEJvwrzWy8e07fehIWfBGieSWiCU323lSZW-N5LaPkFPWztMZcxzrT-oBRUnFG6XGLznCo62zQb1m81nyYq/s320/Theron.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5699530580964828786" /></a><br /><br />Nicole Kidman in Versace<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1uN7hcnlfbiJ38VkxXdH0lQRYJPlLh76dF7WrkH2XnImByHwgVieO5EAEwi7mdtF6p0TSTdCcm1tUsU445SA8NTAO7aO_04Co60_vWj434Fizi_Uq3U9AGTfv5jtJ79HDh-mRdyL9bOs3/s1600/Kidman.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 233px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1uN7hcnlfbiJ38VkxXdH0lQRYJPlLh76dF7WrkH2XnImByHwgVieO5EAEwi7mdtF6p0TSTdCcm1tUsU445SA8NTAO7aO_04Co60_vWj434Fizi_Uq3U9AGTfv5jtJ79HDh-mRdyL9bOs3/s320/Kidman.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5699530721472825154" /></a><br /><br />Julianne Moore in Chanel Couture (jealous!)<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJoKKeaalJVt37W6Cu7HiAvNT0oKKkcpxZxiqM-CDLgya7ZVtMh4LgZaNJz2IxIhappJNm6Y9XsHLacVlxpIpgA1h43_jNzL8XmxN_M_7JhLHYK1lTlvJl5nnQ0WO4j4r2zfPktwkva6u5/s1600/Moore.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 233px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJoKKeaalJVt37W6Cu7HiAvNT0oKKkcpxZxiqM-CDLgya7ZVtMh4LgZaNJz2IxIhappJNm6Y9XsHLacVlxpIpgA1h43_jNzL8XmxN_M_7JhLHYK1lTlvJl5nnQ0WO4j4r2zfPktwkva6u5/s320/Moore.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5699531213815119666" /></a><br /><br />Diane Lane in Elie Saab<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ1pvoCkoqtvC2ricjzQ6fJ1zFCqu6CzZFM6R8m-lYISEquaV8QstLwMxmG8-aEdRMZ0aXDNNh0gmsSBPzCRCbHCrhIPsK6n_nBm3tV91OzL3COuRfH4xnwBlnW2CQuu-0PDyv1XISCxmP/s1600/Lane.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 233px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJ1pvoCkoqtvC2ricjzQ6fJ1zFCqu6CzZFM6R8m-lYISEquaV8QstLwMxmG8-aEdRMZ0aXDNNh0gmsSBPzCRCbHCrhIPsK6n_nBm3tV91OzL3COuRfH4xnwBlnW2CQuu-0PDyv1XISCxmP/s320/Lane.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5699531367390022978" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">My picks:<br /></span>The aforementioned Diane Lane - how does she still look so good??<br /><br />Rooney Mara in Nina Ricci (gratuitous black dress award since I looooove black dresses <span style="font-style:italic;">and </span>French design houses)<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBJJWNKkMGcmgSwSvGdpN-_7FuJzwpXGAENN0leOc-2xXWnqEZcScpc5hyphenhyphen2o8RhE0-_vczrM3ewU4ktutpN__oq6F9m06v2TAxJo2Q5Rk-ZWYUjImXXN7JVVWKhebWqkqzr3GiBhsWM37J/s1600/Mara.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 233px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBJJWNKkMGcmgSwSvGdpN-_7FuJzwpXGAENN0leOc-2xXWnqEZcScpc5hyphenhyphen2o8RhE0-_vczrM3ewU4ktutpN__oq6F9m06v2TAxJo2Q5Rk-ZWYUjImXXN7JVVWKhebWqkqzr3GiBhsWM37J/s320/Mara.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5699531743871634706" /></a><br /><br />And the eye candy award goes to Adam Levine in Tom Ford (aka God)<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisptlrz-53GC2vuezrP5rT4E1KVbXEcbD_LclVAJWukKA-tqZCB9HrEhlDOF4JPeA0Z0imLVYb_KU9Q2-Cf0DEdml6PQc39w0PMuDNtcKmBiuUEu-8HYQgVJq04rybxxHyQWfGQsXugCWG/s1600/Levine.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 261px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisptlrz-53GC2vuezrP5rT4E1KVbXEcbD_LclVAJWukKA-tqZCB9HrEhlDOF4JPeA0Z0imLVYb_KU9Q2-Cf0DEdml6PQc39w0PMuDNtcKmBiuUEu-8HYQgVJq04rybxxHyQWfGQsXugCWG/s320/Levine.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5699532060192358754" /></a><br /><br />Thanks, ladies - appreciate you playing!<br /><br />P.S. if you want a good look at a lot more dresses, <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/01/11/golden-globes-2012-red-carpet_n_1200721.html">Huffington Post</a> has a nice little gallery with some of the dresses we didn't see on the tube.Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-59681206910930769042012-01-07T09:13:00.000-08:002012-01-07T14:16:14.172-08:00Crystal Ball 2012<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyhsUwGdUdJJaW_6rryMhsa2hLkhv_7RHhX4Uru6ZHPEtlGEfgyUD-gyLJSWRZVSuei2VzpBRMVe968yLKg-QfJ-Lux7sP7w9elBITSUX5-oX2tkTCMyC53LKveN3ct5OtQWrBbYQYskmy/s1600/2012.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyhsUwGdUdJJaW_6rryMhsa2hLkhv_7RHhX4Uru6ZHPEtlGEfgyUD-gyLJSWRZVSuei2VzpBRMVe968yLKg-QfJ-Lux7sP7w9elBITSUX5-oX2tkTCMyC53LKveN3ct5OtQWrBbYQYskmy/s320/2012.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5695015619563394786" /></a><br />With the new year upon us, I've been doing a lot of thinking about what this year might bring. I am hoping for a kindler, gentler 2012. 2011 was incredibly stressful for everyone - the world still seemed to be on edge from the recession. For that reason, I think most people are looking for a return to a simpler life and some normalcy while also valuing what the earth already provides for us outside of our material possessions. That's why I'm predicting the following trends for this year:<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Bikes </span>- Already gaining lots of traction in Europe and New York, bikes are definitely the way to get around the city these days. I can't tell you how happy it makes me to see people riding down the street with their farmer's market haul in a basket on front (or back) of their bike.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Back to Nature</span> - I was just reading <span style="font-style:italic;"><a href="http://www.cntraveler.com/features/2012/01/The-Worlds-Last-Great-Quiet-Places?intcid=trail_hp#slide=1">Conde Nast Traveler</a></span> and they had a fantastic line-up of "quiet places" trips for people who need to completely disconnect and retreat to a deserted isle. While that's all well and good for those who can afford a $30k vacation, I do think there will be a return to nature this year with more visitors to our national parks and an appreciation for visiting endangered wildlife, native tribes and more of the bounty that this beautiful planet has to offer. <br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Clean Eating</span> - Here in sunny SoCal, the detox is a big, big thing. In fact, we just got a <a href="http://www.detoxlounge.com/">Detox Lounge</a> in our neighborhood, which I love. I also love Cheetos. But instead of eating Cheetos, I'm going to focus on cleaner eating this year. Beans, fresh/locally grown fruits and veggies. Start your day with a glass of lemon water to help counteract the toxins and acid in your cup of coffee - your tummy will thank you. <br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Classics </span>- In fashion, there is also a return to basics...or classics. Sure, there will be trends everyone still has to jump on, but I think customers are looking for value and quality in classic pieces they can mix and match with the more trendy. Refer to my earlier post on Ines de la Fressange's book or <a href="http://www.jcrew.com/index.jsp">J. Crew's</a> latest collection for a great line-up of classic wardrobe pieces.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Good deeds/good people</span> - The backlash against the Kardashians is just the start of a continued disassociation with bling and mean girls. The buzz this year will be all about those who are doing good or celebrities who are actually nice. Think of the shift in judging style on last year's American Idol and you'll see where I'm headed with this. Greed is no longer good.<br /><br />Blessings to you all in the New Year. Cheers to happiness and health!Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-68931129136526570092012-01-01T18:03:00.000-08:002012-01-01T18:11:45.790-08:00Le Bible<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMV9u3PaFh20OUDecyg8OupgRfntNd0joiCu2T-lleXkydUB9rjdtWrmVd-gFVyOCV5uFjM4wwrBhiIr3KOubwDLQFur-cJOtW9kfqUBOErTBGRpRUbFp3h7G9CJCCZ_YTcusYmcJom33q/s1600/Fressnage.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMV9u3PaFh20OUDecyg8OupgRfntNd0joiCu2T-lleXkydUB9rjdtWrmVd-gFVyOCV5uFjM4wwrBhiIr3KOubwDLQFur-cJOtW9kfqUBOErTBGRpRUbFp3h7G9CJCCZ_YTcusYmcJom33q/s320/Fressnage.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5692851443737739234" /></a><br />For the complete bible on dressing, pick up a copy of Ines de la Fressange's <a href="http://www.amazon.com/Parisian-Chic-Style-Guide-Fressange/dp/2080200739">Parisian Chic</a>. It's a great reminder of the simplicity inherent in great style (the French woman's ultimate secret).Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-28796167310753941452011-12-28T18:11:00.000-08:002011-12-28T18:17:54.343-08:00In the Navy<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXZExyZz_UBwiKmWMoZXe4yKL-tpNQFHnLCSCs5rr5jeqP4LhujRRmWuVO4AysiDnD6E9Uc5pfkyfJ1YDUwbCpzJ5pphZVM7WaoOgLj0tIChiYGdey-GMPcpzs1gPX9Q_oCPhyphenhyphen-aJmbPaH/s1600/Navy.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.giftext-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 84px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXZExyZz_UBwiKmWMoZXe4yKL-tpNQFHnLCSCs5rr5jeqP4LhujRRmWuVO4AysiDnD6E9Uc5pfkyfJ1YDUwbCpzJ5pphZVM7WaoOgLj0tIChiYGdey-GMPcpzs1gPX9Q_oCPhyphenhyphen-aJmbPaH/s200/Navy.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5691368501904171970" /></a><br />This <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/112801165636473426">image </a>pretty much sums up the perfection of Navy for 2012. I need this blazer, shirt and these darn Isabel Marant jeans.Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-21041548436692252522011-12-23T21:32:00.000-08:002011-12-23T21:33:33.161-08:00Blog LoveGeez, I need to write on my blog! Merry Christmas!Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-19854749105256143012011-09-25T13:33:00.000-07:002011-09-25T13:51:33.034-07:00Black is BestRather than follow everyone else with a spur-of-the-moment decision on best dressed, I've decided I like to mull it over a little. And, it's hard to see all the dresses because the red carpet and fashion police shows only give you a sampling of all the fashion that's on hand, so I have to do a little internet digging to make sure I'm not overlooking something worthy. My picks for this year's Emmy Awards:<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Best Woman</span><br />Lena Headey from Game of Thrones in Alessandra Rich<br />Now this is what I'm talking about. Totally obsessed with this dress.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht1c1-rM8A64x754QUSMYvHrad_28iJE9AYDc-nfZ81sp9bNdV-oTyw8IH3fa6MgOjXT4MlT2uPIDLXRhX3Ix0UBPHL0I-LkDZPmDrci0cTFpo1WVR41HRudAZUUs0SxO558jY2rnvKxD_/s1600/Lena+Headey.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 134px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEht1c1-rM8A64x754QUSMYvHrad_28iJE9AYDc-nfZ81sp9bNdV-oTyw8IH3fa6MgOjXT4MlT2uPIDLXRhX3Ix0UBPHL0I-LkDZPmDrci0cTFpo1WVR41HRudAZUUs0SxO558jY2rnvKxD_/s200/Lena+Headey.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5656400621702332466" /></a><br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Best Guy(s)</span><br />The Cast of Entourage<br />If the show taught the guys anything, it's how to dress. Without a doubt, Ari was the best dressed male character I've ever seen. All of the boys are channeling Ari on Emmy night.<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi77lWiZWzfS6E20oQWgcIgMqBj0mknbT2r8By1g2ntfJZ0uE4yr3PU_5T_4b48uyK0K_EkWxPupA5m4t5M2Xs7jGPGaO34D6h-7a1mRG4mDd1MoBoAcffLviflJxCRbEVQ24goquZbUp8q/s1600/Entourage.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 132px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi77lWiZWzfS6E20oQWgcIgMqBj0mknbT2r8By1g2ntfJZ0uE4yr3PU_5T_4b48uyK0K_EkWxPupA5m4t5M2Xs7jGPGaO34D6h-7a1mRG4mDd1MoBoAcffLviflJxCRbEVQ24goquZbUp8q/s200/Entourage.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5656402494464249874" /></a>Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-17141798819595296422011-09-03T15:00:00.000-07:002011-09-03T15:05:10.807-07:00Cabinet of Curiosity<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-OTFH5EibDlo_oycbYoMuLt2zL6thMlR14rC8tTGdJVZf03gvO6Xo0DiEkqJ3cPPtvSnTzGtFsk4TsUgL-Ep8aNUOh8HMfZGAhFf5pUzzZJwGqunj5WXEE0o4KrvNPAhLFaTLe1rET4n9/s1600/gwynn-griffith-ed0911-02.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 160px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-OTFH5EibDlo_oycbYoMuLt2zL6thMlR14rC8tTGdJVZf03gvO6Xo0DiEkqJ3cPPtvSnTzGtFsk4TsUgL-Ep8aNUOh8HMfZGAhFf5pUzzZJwGqunj5WXEE0o4KrvNPAhLFaTLe1rET4n9/s200/gwynn-griffith-ed0911-02.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5648257607409434706" /></a>
<br />Gwynn Griffith has a twinkle in her eye. I love the mental picture that conjures at the end of the feature on her San Antonio home in this month's <a href="http://www.elledecor.com/image/tid/6468?page=0&pause=1"><span style="font-http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifstyle:italic;">Elle Decor</span></a>. Reminiscent of one of my favorite finds in Paris, <a href="http://www.deyrolle.com/magazine/">Deyrolle</a>, her home is truly a cabinet of curiosities. Most of all, I love that the outside facade - an old factory building - belies what's inside. Dreamy.Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-76391909252949688592011-08-12T10:24:00.000-07:002011-08-12T10:35:57.587-07:00Horse Head<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxoywuNMuUH7h8xl1aW2f5tVNp5tgvriizqVm_ZymHFl8gNpGy6m-gx5MKI0bPxgvk8Nilx7tCsIgb8BmSpsMYfrcMa_ZM4tkNRvNTk-ig3Q3mvIguLodk_eplOQUWsmk5KctRbLgHTgni/s1600/horse.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 154px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxoywuNMuUH7h8xl1aW2f5tVNp5tgvriizqVm_ZymHFl8gNpGy6m-gx5MKI0bPxgvk8Nilx7tCsIgb8BmSpsMYfrcMa_ZM4tkNRvNTk-ig3Q3mvIguLodk_eplOQUWsmk5KctRbLgHTgni/s200/horse.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5640024395742366674" /></a>
<br />Horses have always been a recurring theme here on ye olde blog, and they continue to be as visions of the big, beautiful creatures dance in my head. This week, my favorite morning escape <a href="http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/26184891/vp/44088243#44088http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif2http://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gifhttp://www.blogger.com/img/blank.gif43">The Today Show</a> did a profile on an organization located here in sunny San Diego. <a href="http://trottusa.org/">TROTT </a>helps retrain and find new homes for former racehorses who've passed their prime racing years (2 or 3 years old!). I won't get all negative on you here, because this is a happy blog - but animals who are useless to people after two years, not a good thing.
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<br />Anywho, I'm now volunteering with TROTT to help get some visibility for a <a href="http://trottusa.org/trott_del_mar.html">fundraiser </a>they're putting on later this month. It's so much fun, and lets me get a little horse back in my life. There are TROTT-like organizations all over this great big world, and they all can use your help in one way or another. Find one, and let God's creatures back into your heart...and head.Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-13930737698989555122011-08-05T16:18:00.001-07:002011-08-05T16:23:16.851-07:0040 and Fabulous?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUcGLmU84HbL2rIG4FnzV2WA5ITv6148aJL70OTB4XVSHfAEixOcyELZ-CcBYlyZiHzm2wzh0ZaKqyu5yNMEZfpOnrC0a82xQR0wi5D_Xbnu1foCxn57RG2kReryQr3ksgRAqNb0qv1Jtb/s1600/40.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 163px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUcGLmU84HbL2rIG4FnzV2WA5ITv6148aJL70OTB4XVSHfAEixOcyELZ-CcBYlyZiHzm2wzh0ZaKqyu5yNMEZfpOnrC0a82xQR0wi5D_Xbnu1foCxn57RG2kReryQr3ksgRAqNb0qv1Jtb/s200/40.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5637515439082346802" /></a><br />Fabu<span style="font-style:italic;">less</span> is more like it. I turned 40 this May, and like magic when the clock struck twelve, I became some weird, self aware, awake person. Wait a minute, I actually feel kind of like I did before I went to college!<br /><br />I told you (all 24 of you dear readers) when I started this blog it would not be about me. This post is an exception and I hope it will be the only one. But, I wanted to share my plight in a public forum not only to keep myself honest as I trudge through my fourth decade on this planet, but also so that those of you who haven’t yet reached this ripe old age can learn from my mistakes. For aging wisely is also an <a href="http://itgredients.blogspot.com/2008/07/its-official.html">ingredient </a>of a fabulous, fun life.<br /><br />So, why the mid-life crisis? I realized today while in the presence of some truly amazing women at <a href="http://www.blogher.com/conferences">BlogHer</a> that I completely lost myself somewhere in my early 20s. How, I do not know. I was always clear about who I wanted to be and what I would be doing by now. If you’d asked me at 23 where I would be today, I would have stated definitively “living in France with my horses, dogs and sheep, doing marketing for Chanel and being a happy, fulfilled and fit me.”<br /><br />What happened isn’t far off. I live in a beautiful seaside town, I have the most adorable dog, a wonderful husband, and I do marketing (ok, PR) for…a chicken company. I am also carrying around about 20 extra pounds, haven’t ridden a horse in two years and only see France in my dreams and on (very) occasional visits. Maybe I’m a little off track, but it’s not what worries me. I’m still missing something, and it isn’t the horses. Can blogging help get your groove back? For some reason, I think it can help and I’m willing to put everything I can into it to find out!Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7776066276277687545.post-21555148936953858412011-07-15T11:44:00.001-07:002011-07-15T12:18:35.454-07:00Black Tied<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhris1pZLWmBpRDHMCtIBC9mddBYNVMDXcKGjjPGTF9oeuVm9SpjD-auN3z88dy8dQfmx8VOPbVbUkHDaHln81h-MzHCcZ3XvxWOrgF4_AVe9ShZ5RskUPO4NfV41OElXUP_YRVj5lAWwMj/s1600/dress2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 142px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhris1pZLWmBpRDHMCtIBC9mddBYNVMDXcKGjjPGTF9oeuVm9SpjD-auN3z88dy8dQfmx8VOPbVbUkHDaHln81h-MzHCcZ3XvxWOrgF4_AVe9ShZ5RskUPO4NfV41OElXUP_YRVj5lAWwMj/s200/dress2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5629659366551176018" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMyoDKHsl6RCz86tdedvReXaf7GcxVpnSZ9aYA5EGY-7RVtWgMpSuz1jriE31jwJcBYJMm3jXFW260EsoWTqFam5UH4-xuiJfxmlDNX2g_t85ixxuNCLBPm_EKyRpiepzaWoqIlZe0A66s/s1600/dress6.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMyoDKHsl6RCz86tdedvReXaf7GcxVpnSZ9aYA5EGY-7RVtWgMpSuz1jriE31jwJcBYJMm3jXFW260EsoWTqFam5UH4-xuiJfxmlDNX2g_t85ixxuNCLBPm_EKyRpiepzaWoqIlZe0A66s/s200/dress6.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5629659286918971634" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXGI4VMo2PMTzqGVF35ySC4mC8r8CPX5HKfDjZhf7B1j12dLL3f_dQK4NSnFV7ik368Trz8slDoGpSAumkiKlD0f5tHFHDbXrdVtve0o2FsNgS5dBPm0N07gTqukcs7XhCQ8xT5YjMY98N/s1600/dress4.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 124px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXGI4VMo2PMTzqGVF35ySC4mC8r8CPX5HKfDjZhf7B1j12dLL3f_dQK4NSnFV7ik368Trz8slDoGpSAumkiKlD0f5tHFHDbXrdVtve0o2FsNgS5dBPm0N07gTqukcs7XhCQ8xT5YjMY98N/s200/dress4.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5629659180188165778" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5BOG7QPmN5Ur9rkC_HKnMQkeMXcxRMajI69RSB9T6RCHJc4jAxTWZ0FIDj1qvJ7qfQ-jgS0Se56pP59dnBempCjdunWPimjuJssIM4-pNKgSgI-kEC17ILd8-4L-reHlk5alqtEJxAvao/s1600/dress7.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 136px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5BOG7QPmN5Ur9rkC_HKnMQkeMXcxRMajI69RSB9T6RCHJc4jAxTWZ0FIDj1qvJ7qfQ-jgS0Se56pP59dnBempCjdunWPimjuJssIM4-pNKgSgI-kEC17ILd8-4L-reHlk5alqtEJxAvao/s200/dress7.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5629659078765490386" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga2D55hIAc_0xUFQTtdGQIqsrvW2v49dmYRJv-qalAm-AVVq1SnA1mCKyr2V-YPWOYUIprTJ90UjZ2CSTJff3dnrDnIVF85TwXMS0aQ-DN2w9xpl7UbxdXgJiISWCdJ72cYg22k83Z0S_e/s1600/dress3.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga2D55hIAc_0xUFQTtdGQIqsrvW2v49dmYRJv-qalAm-AVVq1SnA1mCKyr2V-YPWOYUIprTJ90UjZ2CSTJff3dnrDnIVF85TwXMS0aQ-DN2w9xpl7UbxdXgJiISWCdJ72cYg22k83Z0S_e/s200/dress3.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5629658948691632050" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNAPs8vqhBk63eBJVGobzYQOqDnGwE1-foEP3RMaUM54IgC0vjTawEX5X8iYsfljB-DPoImk6CByCjta_Gd4ZQPKD_3VBJby4e7ziO7PRuCkXJIStFW1jU5mQRCcIQQAnYx8CZrEreiHrW/s1600/dress.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 133px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNAPs8vqhBk63eBJVGobzYQOqDnGwE1-foEP3RMaUM54IgC0vjTawEX5X8iYsfljB-DPoImk6CByCjta_Gd4ZQPKD_3VBJby4e7ziO7PRuCkXJIStFW1jU5mQRCcIQQAnYx8CZrEreiHrW/s200/dress.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5629658850663952082" /></a><br /><br />Lounging around in yoga pants, tank tops and sweat shirts has never been my thing. However, I've become one of those workfromhomeneverbrushyourhairneverputonmakeuporheels kind of gals since I moved to sunny SoCal. Man, I'm missing a little fancy in my life.<br /><br />So, here goes. A round up of a few of my favorite glammed up looks from the past few weeks. I think it's time we ladies put an emphasis on being elegant again. Now, someone have a black tie party so I can go buy a dress!Kim Hhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16670037570228547486noreply@blogger.com0