So heres a little snippet of my sister-in-laws bridal shower. Two months ago, a week before my brothers wedding, I had the huge responsibility to plan my sister-in-law's bridal shower and in all honesty I really had no clue what i was getting into. Yes I do love planning stuff, but I realized my skills in leading an event or party is meager. Despite how unprepared I was, everything turned out just lovely. The very theme I settled with was a "tea party" theme, just like how we once dreamt of when we were little girls. The fancy tea along with the little cute pastries to fill our bellies with. All that and more.
Ordered some vanilla macaroons.
Cupcakes, thats what i baked that morning, red velvet goodness.
Found beautiful china hiding somewhere in the back of my aunts closet.
Through October 8-10, D.C. held a food festival on Pennsylvania ave. Taste of DC is a food, wine, beer, and music festival. The event featured tastings and dishes from DC’s best restaurants, eateries and food trucks. My friend and I got to attend the last day of the festival and it was such a fun experience, trying new cuisines and stuffing our faces till we could no longer walk.
Last Wednesday, i spent a beautiful day in DC with my good friend Deane. We visited the Renaissance Mayflower hotel in Dupoint Circle, where we had high tea. When I was a little I used to set out colorful plastic tea cups and a pink kettle in which i put juice in, I'd pretend that i was sipping on hot tea and munching on the most delectable delights. I remember the excitement I felt every time I put together a pretend tea party. The same feelings of excitement as a child hit me having high tea for the first time, but this time there was no pretending here.The atmosphere at the Promenade was delightful, with the elegant chandler and the soothing classic music that was played. For those who dont know what high tea is, it is afternoon tea which is usually accompanied by light sandwiches and pastries
We were greeted with warm smiles and gold shiny menus which listed a variety of loose tea
Isnt it such a pretty sight?
This meal included a selection of finger sandwiches, a good amount of pastries and other sweets, champagne, and of course tea and cream. I really enjoyed the Madeleine and the crab salad sandwich.
It was hard for me to decide on the tea, I ended up picking the mountain spring jasmine.
This was such a charming experience, sipping on tea, adoring the music, and having lovely chats with good company. I'd love to do this at least once a month, or i'd even love to plan a tea party, how adorable would that be?
Hurricane Irene is bearing down on the east coast and has got everyone going crazy. From staring out the window time to time and watching the news, it looks really rough out there. I constantly hear sounds of the rain and the blustering wind. Since i live in the inner coastal plain, its not as bad as other areas. Tons of people from New York to North Carolina are forced to evacuate the area. I cant imagine how intense the storm has hit those areas. Hope everyone is taking cover and staying safe.
This storm has got us stuck indoors, for me im safely tuck in the comforts of my house. Im usually always out and its rare for me to stay home all day. So honestly I dont mind it as much, it gives me an opportunity to catch up on unfinished projects and do neat new things.
I havent touched the oven in a good while and i thought this would be the perfect time to bake some goodness, especially since my younger cousin is celebrating his birthday tomorrow. I decided to stick with strawberry cupcakes because i have tons of strawberries in my fridge waiting to be eaten. I got the recipe online but i tweaked it a bit, instead of milk i used vanilla soymilk. Im sure this substitution made a huge difference in the crust, but in the end is was still really tasty and moist. Instead of making the strawberry icing the recipe advised, i used store bought creamcheese frosting to top the cakes. I didnt have all the ingredients needed for the frosting so i was stuck with the store bought frosting. Next time though
I made miniature cupcakes with fun sprinkles to decorate these scrumptious delights. For those who dont know me, when i bake, i usually bake cupcakes. Yes, im nuts about them but I need to break out of the whole cupcake craze and try baking other goods. Maybe cookies or pie, who knows.
Aside from baking and frosting, I did a bit of cleaning, watched half a movie, listened to music, read a bit of Stephin Chbosky's book, The Perks of Being a Wallflower, organized my stuff, and painted.
To add to my mermaid craze, i painted a mint green tinted hair mermaid. I think my whole fascination with mermaids started with the Disney movie, The Little Mermaid. I fell in love with that movie the first time i watch it as a young girl, and ive always adored that red haired mermaid, Ariel. Anyways with this painting, the mediums i used are acrylic,ink,and spray paint. Since we are currently under the conditions of a hurricane, i named the mermaid, or should i say the siren, Irene. I havent decided on an actual title for this painting but it will come eventually.
Before i end this post, i must share a music video of The Civil Wars
I just adore the duo singers, Joy Williams and John Paul White and the connection they have, its hard to believe they arent a couple.
Dance Me To The End Of Love
Much love kiddos. Till next time, take care out there
Monday, August 22, 2011
Whats in your purse missy?
These are some the items I usually carry around in my purse...
My turquoise wallet, usually filled with everything but cash
Purple nano ipod with some awesome tunes
Earphones
Orbits sweet mint- best flavor
A journal
My purple shades
Hair clip, which i often use, especially since im at the stage of growing out my hair
Paint markers, for those moments when i feel like vandalizing lol
Tons of pens, all a different size tip
Hello Kitty mirror which is about to fall apart
Blueberry scent hand sanitizer- so necessary!
My mint green Holga camera
Opi nail polish- Mermaids Tears
Smart trip- take the metro to get around in the city
And my favorite lip balm
So this summer my mother and I have been buying tons of fruit from the farmers market and other local grocery shops. Apples,strawberries, bananas, white peaches, blueberries, and plenty other fresh fruits. I usually grab some fruit to snack on everyday and i end up making smoothies when i'm craving something sweet. Yup, im crazy about fruits
Oh and im pretty nuts about Honey Bunches of Oats. I know you should have a balanced diet but i seriously can eat cereal for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Good stuff
