Adios, Mr. Lover Man
"These old places are so rundown," my date said as he walked into my apartment. "I hope you don't pay much rent here."
Unconventional Romantic Films for an Offbeat Valentine's Day
"I was surprised to learn that lesbians accessorized. I didn't know that." Jessica
Cabbages, Fleas and ... Love?
Margaret Walker might have affectionately written, "My monkey wrench man is my sweet patootie," about her husband in the late 70s, but English speakers aren't the only ones who love turns into blubbering fools. Foreign languages of the world contain just as many sweet and silly terms of endearment.
What NOT to do on Valentine's Day
• Wear all black and mope.
Single Person's Guide to Valentine's Day
Whether you hate it, dread it, look forward to it or try to ignore it it's coming.
The Reverend's Chocolate Spirit for Two
Ingredients:3 oz Godiva Original Chocolate Liqueur3 oz Stolichnaya vodka1 1/2 oz crème de cocoa1/2 oz Bailey's Irish Crème
Shoe Bar at Pieces
Cute bag, slinky dress, funky shoes. Girls know we need them, and we know one of the best places to find them is at the Shoe Bar at Pieces. This boutique exemplifies what makes Fondren so unique: a specific style that is a mix of classic and alternative.
The Diamond Wars
Before you choose your wedding bands, or even an engagement ring, pause to consider the ethical implications of your jewelry purchase. Mining precious metals and gemstones is dangerous to the environment and can involve questionable labor practices. In some areas, jewels such as diamonds are smuggled to fund wars and other unsavory activities.
Something Old, Something New
I'm a modern woman. I realize that many time-honored southern traditions, once revered as sacred, have become passé.
Wedding
There are weddings with princess gowns, doves and long boring ceremonies ... and then there are [FLY] weddings. Your celebration can be just as unique as you are without hurting the environment, putting you in enormous debt or skimping on style. Check out the following [FLY] weddings for inspiration as you start planning your own nuptials.
Wedding Invitations
When I began planning my wedding, I immediately dreamt of invitations, programs and stationery. I wanted something extra special and unique. Since unique equals expensive in the invitation world, I decided to see what I could come up with on my own. The result was exactly what I wanted, and only cost me around $100 for 175 invitations. How did I do it? Here are seven key things to remember for do-it-yourself invitations.
Party Like It's 2009
Yes, it's "amateur night" out there.
Yes, it's "amateur night" out there. So if you're looking to spend it safely at home, with your own New Year's Eve party for friends and loved ones, check out the following resources for throwing a New Year's Eve bash to remember.
Holiday Gift Guide
The weather outside is frightful, but holiday shopping shouldn't be. Here are some cool gift ideas from local shops. You still have time to grab your list and check it twice, harness your inner Santa and bring some Christmas joy to friends and family.
Holiday Gift Guide
There are so many parties to attend in the next couple weeks, and you can't arrive empty-handed. So, along with whatever plate of cheese and bottle of wine you're bringing, how about treating your hostess to a little something special? Here are some ideas from local shops.
Got Books? Got Gifts!
Who doesn't love a fresh read full of pristine pages begging to get all dirty and dog-eared? Whether to satisfy your mass-market junkie of a brother or cannon-faithful auntie, there are books to satisfy everyone on your list. There are even books for the people in your family who claim they don't like books. So get over to the bookstore and pick up one of these fabulous book finds.