Yearly Archives: 2009

I have two office holiday parties coming up this Friday. And zero minutes to shop for something new to wear. But I do have a lot of ribbon. I’m thinking about pairing my favorite black cocktail dress with a pumps topped by giant bows. Some big earrings and red lipstick…should do the trick.

My mother’s molasses cookies are one of the tastiest things about the holidays. Thin and soft with a single redhot in the middle…yum! I’m dreaming about them for December 15th. The closest looking recipe I could find online is from Blue Jean Gourmet.

Dance-Along Nutcracker has become a favorite San Francisco tradition for the holidays. It’s fun to see our friends perform in the band – but I have to admit that they’re outstaged by all the adorable kids dancing in a variety of tutus, princes gowns, ballerina outfits and superman costumes. The assorted parents, grandparents and friends…

This apartment was packed with holiday cheer, rainy downpours and a great deal of apartment hunting. On Friday, Rob and I rode the train home in the middle of a rainstorm. At eight the rain let up and bit so we walked over to my friend Kellie’s house in the mission. Along the way, virtually…

Some mornings just start on the wrong side of the bed. When I have a no-good, terrible day ahead – I find it best to embrace it. Like a cold and rainy Thursday. Clothes: motorcycle boots, black corduroy pants, a comfy boyfriend sweater, scarf, shell jacket, beanie and puffer coat. Hair: bedhead. And the most…

This weekend is going to be all about writing Christmas cards. Sending and receiving holiday letters each year is one of my favorite traditions. The giant stack of completed cards, ready to be mailed – that’s the best feeling of all. And definitely my favorite thing for December 11th.

It’s time for the annual man gift guide – present ideas straight from my husband to yours! Here are Rob’s picks for the holidays in a variety of prices: Les Stroud’s Survive! – Rob loves the Survivorman show. This book teaches all kinds of skills including how to “locate and trap small animals” – something…

A whole bunch of my favorite things are on sale at Boden right now. This denim shirt dress in black that I have and wear all the time. That purple shift dress I posted about a few weeks ago. The tweedy plaid blazer I coveted. And this tunic that I’m glad they don’t have in…

A white Christmas in the Bay Area? Too bizarre. An artic storm is passing through and we’re dealing with record-breaking temps below freezing. Our apartment radiators are working overtime. It’s bitter cold, but also pretty festive and a fun chance to get all bundled up. The cold snap is my favorite thing for December 9.

What a great party! I didn’t have much time to plan. Thanks to Trader Joe’s and your ideas everything came out well. Here’s the quick run down for this year’s holiday brunch. Food: Giant glazed spiral cut ham Skewers with tiny red potatoes and spicy chicken sausage Mini bagels with lox and capers Spiced citrus…