What I wore: Flying Tomato kimono, Sweet Claire top, vintage Levi's cutoff shorts, Sole Society cheetah print ankle boots. Where I got it: Kimono: Local Las Vegas boutique that's no longer open (Read this article I wrote on local Las Vegas boutiques.) Top: Unknown (I'm at that age when I forget where I bought stuff.) Cutoff Shorts: Savers (I purchased vintage … [Read more...] about My Cute Outfit
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The Truth About Writer Life
Amateurs sit and wait for inspiration; the rest of us just get up and go to work. -Stephen King Not surprisingly, I'm friends and acquainted with a lot of writers and people who want to be writers. And, inevitably, I hear the woes and hardships of being a writer, often described and justified as "writer life." Those gripes usually go something like this: "I can't get a … [Read more...] about The Truth About Writer Life
Now Is the Perfect Time to Shop Las Vegas South Premium Outlets
It's official. It's fall, making now the perfect time to shop Las Vegas. Why now? Well, as a 17-year-resident, I can inform you. The temperatures have fallen below triple digits, keeping it warm enough to wear shorts, but comfortable enough so you're not dying outdoors. There are so many sales happening! You can beat the holiday rush. Of course, I love a bargain. … [Read more...] about Now Is the Perfect Time to Shop Las Vegas South Premium Outlets
Still Not Sure If I’m Leaving Las Vegas
After announcing that I am considering leaving Las Vegas, inquiring minds want to know. What decision did I make? Short answer: I still don't know. Moving is a BIG decision, for me anyway. And I'm allowing myself the time I need to make it. However, after careful contemplation, lots of conversations with people who love me, and in the midst of writing a book loosely based on … [Read more...] about Still Not Sure If I’m Leaving Las Vegas
You Glow, Babe! Pixi Products to Try
Don't let the end of summer steal your sparkle, you magnificent creature. Keep the glow going through fall with these cosmetic products from Pixi. You'll love this makeup and the glittering effects they create. Glow-y Gossamer Duo ($18) With a creamy, skin-like texture, these luminous miracle powders lighten, brighten, and add a natural-looking ethereal glow to your skin. … [Read more...] about You Glow, Babe! Pixi Products to Try
What to Do in a Car Accident in Las Vegas
Between the boom in the Las Vegas population and over 3.6 million guests visiting in July of this year, there is a lot of traffic to endure in Sin City, making it especially important to know the rules of the neon-adorned roads. As a 17-year-long resident, I've had my fair share of car accidents in Las Vegas. Heck, I even once had my car totaled as it sat parked in front of my … [Read more...] about What to Do in a Car Accident in Las Vegas
5 Reasons Why You Should Let Your Children Shop for Their Own Clothes
Choosing clothes is a simple task and often enjoyable, because shopping is life for many adults. We personally choose certain clothes because we know they are a reflection of who we are and serve as a subtle expression of characteristics that define us. It is liberating to wear something that you like and matches your personality. For kids, the freedom to choose the clothes … [Read more...] about 5 Reasons Why You Should Let Your Children Shop for Their Own Clothes