Winter Ball Inspiration

I haven't been to an event like this in some time and I'm using it as an excuse to purchase a new dress.  I started looking around tonight and found a few pretty pieces at Free People, but I think I'd like to find something a little more formal.  AND there is currently some debate over gown versus cocktail dress.  What do you think? 

Rough Patch

Well folks, to wrap up my week I:

1. got a $218 speeding ticket (fraudulent in my opinion)
2. hit a pole leaving a lovely yellow scratch on the left side of my front bumper
3. broke my iphone
4. and ended up nearly boyfriend-less

Fortunately, things are looking up.  I spent some time inside today where I can't break everything I touch AND got some studying done. 

Amidst the chaos, you will not believe what I found at Whole Foods.  Let's just say it's the perfect spicy winter chili for an almost-vegetarian.  And it's feeding me for the week.  Mmm-mm.

Click here for a similar home-made recipe!

French Cafe Vanilla Creme, Bavarian Cream Brulee, German Black Forest Truffle, OH MY!

Let me just say...  These are little pieces of pure joy in my mouth when paired with a dark coffee on a rainy day like today.  Perhaps not the most fancy of chocolates out there, but a pinch more delicious than your typical Hershey's kisses.  Find yourself some (on sale) at Teeter!

Holiday Tunes

I am not typically one to listen to Christmas music months and months in advance but I am loving the soft sounds of Mindy Gledhill today.  Take a listen!