I have been.......

D, you're correct. It looks like you're in Hardiness Zone 6b and I'm in 7b down in the banana belt.

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Cincy, your garden is dainty and beautiful, and I'd eat your cake in a heartbeat.

Dig, I bet you rocked the pink Hermes, and I'm glad you had a wonderful time. I know how hard you work and you deserve it.

I have been trying to catch up with all your news! Sounds like you are all busy, and having a good time! Love the new garden lay out Cincy! What a Fab home tour Di...I would have loved that! I also loved the lovely receipe for the drinky poo! Will try it this summer!!

I have been thinking of what to wear and which perfume to put to go to the Shareholders Meeting of International Flavors & Fragrances tomorrow. Each year this is a highlight and I would not miss it.

Here is an article about IFF:

www.theperfumemagazine.com/DECEMBER29ISSUE2011 /Journey-to-the-Heart-of-Fragrance-by-Neil-Ste inberg.html

www.iff.com/company/iff-history.aspx

I have been enjoying a wonderful week with my family at my house. They leave tomorrow...it's gonna be awfully quiet there.

I have been thinking of my UPS man today. Yes, he is bringing me a small wall shelf for my minis. I will link to a picture when it arrives.

Gmmcnair glad to hear you had a nice time with your family. Hope Fergie is doing better. Kissie poo for Fergie.

I think some Tauer would be appropriate for the occasion.

I have been shopping and bought a new blouse...a nice one that hides my spare tire

I have been perfume-free today, since I just dyed my hair with henna and it's quite a scent by itself. I know some people hate the smell of it, but I just adore it, so earthy and grassy, yummm!

Speaking of henna - I've been making my longterm dream come true. I got all the supplies I need and am about to start doing Mehndi not on paper but on actual people, starting with myself.

Pictured is not my work, but just look how pretty it is!

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I was looking at those tunic things as well, Wichapi!! But, at least we will be modern!

I have been coming to terms with my decision to do a no buy. It's bittersweet.

I know the feeling Dig.

I have been sorting through my non favorites and giving them to my daughter. At my age it makes no sense to me to keep buying. With that being said I will still buy vintage.

I have been reorganizing my cabinet and shelves and trays that I have them displayed on. They look so pretty. They were a cluttered MESS! I can't stand clutter.

Now to tell you my latest haul that I think I may have from an estate sale.

All vintage.....

Joy
Diorama unopened and sealed.
Halston unopened and sealed.
Carolina Herrera and sealed.

and 3 or 4 more unopened, that I will probably give to my daughter.

Thanks Dlane.

I forgot a couple of perfumes that I am getting.
All Vintage.....

Joy
Diorama unopened and sealed.
Halston unopened and sealed.
Carolina Herrera unopened and sealed.
Cabochard Gres 1/4 oz. unopened and sealed.
Chanel 22 opened.

and 3 or 4 more unopened, that I will probably give to my daughter.

Can I be your perfume daughter?

We shall see Hayven, you have to be a very good girl.

I have been wondering if anyone noticed my latest catch on my photo page.

Oh My ...Dig you could not have done any better. Was that your no buy or your last no buy?

If I had them I would stay up all night looking at them, they are beautiful. I am so happy for you. I am sending (((((hugs)))))

The VDN extrait was my last no buy. Couldnt pass up sealed!
The outside photos came in a swap today.

I cannot see anyone considering you a troll, and your chicken kebabs sound wonderful...I love Indian food.

Back to topic.

I have been having a blast with streaming television. I ditched my cable 5 years ago and have been solely dependent on "off the air" stations and DVDs. I bought a Roku to try it out. I love that thing so much, I bought one for my mother and grandmother, who loved mine.