Fresh flowers for no reason (I like picking them up at Trader Joes) / Jean shorts and summer scarfs / monogram gifts for all of the weddings this season / Cute seersucker napkins and outdoor barbecues / beach time in San Diego / Salt spray for beach perfect hair / and of course, lots of drinks- Mint Juleps on Saturday for the Derby and Margs on Sunday for Cinco de Mayo (I guess I am in for a boozy weekend).
Happy May!
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In lieu of everything that recently happened and all of the news and media surrounding this tragedy, I have had a very hard time posting gift guides or cookie party recipes. I want A Dash of Details to be something light-hearted and an enjoyable escape from daily life, but I also always want to be authentic. For the last few days my heart has been filled with sadness for all of the innocent children and their families from the Sandy Hook Elementary School. As this probably affected all of you in a different way, this terrible incident hit very close especially since my little brother is only in the 3rd grade. I have had a hard time putting into words how I feel and today my sweet friend sent me an email and I thought I would share with you all.
"Twas' 11 days before Christmas, around 9:38 when 20 beautiful children stormed through heaven's gate. Their smiles were contagious; their laughter filled the air, ......they could hardly believe all the beauty they saw there. They were filled with such joy; they didn't know what to say, they remembered nothing of what had happened earlier that day. "Where are we?" asked a little girl, as quiet as a mouse. "This is heaven." declared a small boy, "We’re spending Christmas at God's house." When what to their wondering eyes did appear, but Jesus, their savior, the children gathered near. He looked at them and smiled, and they smiled just the same, then He opened His arms and He called them by name. And in that moment was joy that only heaven can bring those children all flew into the arms of their King As they lingered in the warmth of His embrace, one small girl turned and looked at Jesus' face. As if He could read all the questions she had, He gently whispered to her, "I'll take care of mom and dad." Then He looked down on earth, the world far below, He saw all of the hurt, the sorrow, and woe. Then He closed His eyes and He outstretched His hand, "Let My power and presence re-enter this land!" "May this country be delivered from the hands of fools", "I'm taking back my nation, I'm taking back my schools!" Then He and the children stood up without a sound, "Come now my children, let me show you around." Excitement filled the space, some skipped and some ran, all displaying enthusiasm that only a small child can. And I heard Him proclaim as He walked out of sight, "In the midst of this darkness, I AM STILL THE LIGHT "
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Sandy Hook Elementary, holiday 
Today I thought I would interrupt the Gift Guides for a little life update, here's a look at our new place! Today marks the first week of living in the new house with the pups. They are totally loving the fenced in backyard and their sheepskin rug. In the next couple months, I will be posting some of my fun DIY projects I am working on and room updates. Since we are starting from scratch (literally two beds and a couple chairs), I have a lot of work to do but instead of going to a big box store, we decided to take our time and invest in classic, great pieces. So this process may be slower than I would have originally liked, but it will be fun to watch the house progress into a home.
Stay tuned this afternoon for a great Gift Guide that includes some of the best Stocking Stuffers- Hope you are on Santa's good list.
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The Trend: 4th of July Style
For You: Try these darling Current/Elliot star print boyfriend shorts with a white v-neck tee for the 4th.
For Your Home: Since you will never own the original Jasper John's Flag because it's in the permanent collection in the MoMA, a print of the famous flag in a cool frame will have to do.
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Hi everyone! Sorry it's so late but Christmas day has been finally winding down for me. It started at 7am when my brother came to wake me up to let me know Santa came, opened presents and went over to my grandparents house. We enjoyed a fabulous lunch and a white elephant gift exchange. Then tonight my best friend Sarah and her mom came over for dinner and lots of wine.
I hope you all enjoyed your time with family and friends with lots of love and laughter. Merry Christmas to all and to all goodnight!
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image via fabulous k
Happy Christmas eve everyone! I hope you are having a lovely night with loved ones, family, and friends.
We will be going to candlelight service, watching Home Alone, making warm cookies for Santa, drinking hot cocoa by the fire and putting Elfie, the magical elf on the tree.
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