Category: EXPLORE

  • Explore: Face Mask Fun

    Through most of 7th and 8th grade, I spent my summers walking to Sally Beauty Supply to stock up on loot. In addition to sparkly nail polish, I also grabbed a lot of facial masks, because folks, I have a face mask addiction. That being said, I haven’t done one in a long time. I…

  • Explore: Chocolate Cupcakes with Vanilla Whipped Cream Icing

    I made these chocolate cupcakes for my friend Sarah’s Oscar party. The recipe is quite simple, and Martha Stewart, who let’s face it knows a thing or two about cakes, created it. I topped each one with vanilla whipped cream, which is light and so easy to make. The effect is classic and fancy, and…

  • Explore: The Web

    1. I am more than a little obsessed with this outfit Julia wore on Gal Meets Glam. That suede skirt is great. 2. This “Ultimate Winter Couscous” on Orangette sounds incredible. I’ve got to work this into my schedule soon. 3. Oh, energy bites. Have you made these from Gimme Some Oven before? This is…

  • Explore: Sea Life Aquarium

    Sea Life Aquarium at Crown Center

  • Missalaney – December

    1. Have you seen Emily Henderson’s finished kitchen? Those navy cabinets and brass knobs are a winning combination. 2. So, my Bloglovin feed has been all cookies and delicious treats, but these little endive appetizers from Smitten Kitchen have caught my eye. Who would have thought? 3. These cookies from SkinnyTaste are healthy and only…

  • Missalaney

    1. The after of Dr. Client Client’s house is perfect. That master bedroom has me green with envy – like chartreuse colored. Amber Interiors kills it once again. 2. This drink from The Kitchy Kitchen sounds like the perfect winter anecdote. 3. With the holidays right around the corner, I’m growing more obsessed with beautifully styled bar…

  • Explore: The Elms Hotel & Spa – Excelsior Springs, MO

    A few weekends ago, some friends and I took a little trip to Excelsior Springs, Missouri for some serious pampering. We stayed at The Elms Hotel and Spa, which was absolutely lovely. A short drive from Kansas City, the service and atmosphere at The Elms were perfectly restorative, just what the doctor ordered. Or, at…

  • Lately

    Lately, things have been pretty rough around here. I haven’t mentioned it, but my mom recently had quadruple bypass surgery and a whole host of other things worked on over the last few weeks. She is home now and doing much better, and it feels like I am tentatively letting out the longest breath. The…

  • Missalaney

    1. 9 to 5 Chic always has the best working wardrobe, but this off-duty ensemble has me inspired. 2. Gal Meets Glam is traveling all over Europe with her honey. I’ve always had a limited interest in London, but photos like these have me ready to book a flight. 3.Baked goat cheese with roasted garlic…

  • Explore: Cider Hill Family Orchard

    Cider Hill Family Orchard This place is pure magic.