ATTENTION…Military Jacket..At Ease!

by | Feb 7, 2012 | Fashion | 8 comments

I think that military jackets are always on trend and I love to wear them. I first wore this jacket when I was celebrating with my hubby 10 years at a staff awards dinner in 2006. So I have had this jacket for almost six years. Wow, that’s so amazing to me. I bought this jacket from Newport News for a great bargain and it has served me well.

Staff Awards 2006

 

I wore this jacket on Sunday and it felt different, it felt even more comfortable because I have been working out and eating healthier. It’s amazing what gradual changes can do. The jacket is military inspired; but it has wonderful feminine details on the sleeves and bottom edges with the ruffle details.

Military Jacket

And I really appreciate the attention to detail of the bead work on the mandarin collar. It’s simply beautiful. Vinny is in motion right behind me.

Bead work on the mandarin collar

This picture is a close up of the sleeve and bottom hem ruffle trim. The buttons are a brass tone so it works with any jewelry I have. I really don’t need much because the jacket has the jewelry already on it.

JT Loving the ruffles

And I have to talk about the fabric. Thin pin wale corduroy is so much more comfortable than the thick stuff. The print is so pretty with all the vibrant color in the flowers. The jacket is so versatile because it has so much to offer in design and detail.

Vibrant colors and great fabric

Side view of the jacket.

JT Enjoying the day and this jacket

Doggies have to be in on the fun. My bag is from Dooney and Bourke, I can get a lot in this bag. My necklace was a gift and my heart pendant is from Nolan Miller.

JT and Doggies

Have a great day because you are special!

Top Three Favorite Super Bowl Snacks

by | Feb 4, 2012 | Food | 8 comments

My hubby and I love Superbowl Snacks because we always try to cut the fat to make them healthy. I must confess I am not a hardcore football fan but my hubby and I love to cook. We may tune in for the half-time show.

My hubby makes a mean bagel pizza that is healthy and so good.  Sometimes he will include Chicken sausage and sometimes it will be completely veggie.  Both ways are delicious.

J's Bagel Pizza

Bagel Pizza Recipe

Wheat Bagels or Everything Bagels (slice in half)
Favorite pasta or pizza sauce
Sliced tomatoes
Sliced Portabello mushrooms
Fresh Spinach
Your favorite sausage (Italian, Chicken,Turkey,etc.)
Shredded Italian and Colby Jack cheese
Italian or Pizza Seaoning on top (optional)

1. Slice bagel
2. Add sauce
3. Add sliced mushrooms
4. Add sliced tomatoes
5. Add spinach
6. Add sausage
7. Add cheese
8. Add seasoning
The ingredients are added to our liking so there is no measurements.  Add the amount you like of each ingredient and enjoy.
Place in a 350 degree oven and cook until cheese is brown.

 

2. Favorite Nacho Recipe without all the fat

Cooking Light’s Healthy Nachos

Recipe from Cookinglight.com

I really like nachos but don’t like the added fat and sodium.  I found this recipe from Cooking light and it has become a new found favorite.

 

3. Favorite sweet treat is our scrumptious Cranberry bread!

This is a wonderful favorite that my family loves.  We add walnuts and pecans with the cranberries to add a great flavor.

Photograph by JT

Photograph by JT

 

For the recipe click on Cranberry Bread.

Have a great Sunday with your family and friends eating delicious food!