' Santa Rushed To Hospital ! '

This must be more fun for 'The Mommy & Daddy'.

This pic reminds me of a typical Man & Woman in a relationship.....she is hysterical and he is like; ' HUH ???'

Just the sight of a Santa Prop sends this boy into a state of total TERROR.

Even together these kids want OUT !! But that does look a little like a tearless fake cry to me. Something like Scott Peterson in court.

I hope she peed right through her diaper .

This photo breaks my heart.

Why do Mommy's have to have these pics ??

And we wonder why men have issues....this looks like the beginning of a big one !

This picture is taken only moments before an ambulance is called for Santa, who was knocked out cold by a little girl with a lead candy cane !!!

You GO GIRL !!!

And she grows up to be a Design Blogger.

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Just Another ' HO ( HO ) HUM ' Christmas Party

Ah yes..... another HO HUM Christmas Party .

Having a man fall all over himself to light your cigarette is reason enough to start smoking.

But then again, I am no Holly Golightly. Are you ?

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Let Me Be Sally Bowles For One Night

When I saw these pendants...........Sally Bowles, the lead character in Cabaret came to mind. I was just a kid when I saw the film. It was so great, Liza Minnelli was so great in it, that it ' Made Her' . Her famous family didn't hurt any either.

I could definitely see these Jake Phipps pendant lighting fixtures in a woman's dressing room or closet.

Maybe even over a pair of sinks in the bath. I think any of these fixtures would be the bomb in a boys room, or even better, in a powder room. Jake Phipps hit the jackpot when he dreamt these up.

Just think , you are all alone , so you put The Cabaret Soundtrack on really loud.....pour a glass of wine and begin to relax.

But the lyrics from; ' Don't Tell Mama ' & ' Perfectly Marvelous' won't stop calling.... Yes, it is time to grab the fishnets, hot pants , the bowler, the very high heels, and lastly the black satin halter vest. Now I am feeling it !!

Let's not forget the perfect chair , and THE MAKE -UP !!!! Yes, that's it, I Am Sally Bowles !

Boy, that was fun.... Do you remember doing that for hours as a kid ? ( keep in mind I use the term very loosely )

These are dreamt up and manufactured by Jake Phipps.

I think they are so kicky. Anyone with any sense of style coupled with fun has a place for one of these or a grouping.

You can buy direct from his studio: contact@jakephipps.com

JAKE PHIPPS Dawes Road Studios, 102 Dawes Road, London SW 6 7 EG

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Flipped Out Monkey Dish

This Flipped Out Monkey Dish

This Flipped Out Monkey Dish measures 10.5 x 3 x 5" ($ 45.00) the monkey's are attached to the top which lifts off.

What a hoot ! : )

Perfect for any living room table (especially in Palm Beach) with a bit of candy inside. As we might say on Worth Ave; " Isn't that dish just Yummy ?? "

from Botanica of Boca

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Edgar Berebi And Foo Dogs

I think that Foo Dogs look like smooth coated Brussel Griffons.

I had one and she was the funniest little dog ever.

I love all flat faced dogs, they make me laugh.

( Botanica of Boca has the largest collection of Edgar Berebi that I have ever seen in any one store.
This one measures 5.5 H x 3.75" , made with a pewter base and with a 24kt museum finish.
That's in addition to Austrian crystals, enamels in cinnabar, lapis,jade and soft pink. )

This would be lovely on a night stand loaded with Viagra.

A living Foo Dog. LOL

Am I right or what ???

(These are what they call a rough coated Brussels Griffon)

Just bring me a spoon and milk, I could eat them alive.

Too Cute! When I see little hairy people like these, I am so sure about G-D. Sometimes when times are more than a little difficult, it is hard to feel connected to G-d, but I am always comforted by my chi chi little critters.

Only G-D could create theses adorable comedians.

Mine was exactly like this one.

Bookends from Botanica of Boca.

site : Botanica of Boca

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The Best Store Bought Bedding Around

For me .................
It is the DETAILS that separates the boys for the men.

For bedding that you ac buy ready made, I am not sure if you can do better than Neiman Marcus.

My bedroom now are these colors. My walls are the green on the headboard and everything else is black and off-white.

So I love this one.
Delicious store bought bedding, imagine.... that if you look, it's here.

I do not like anything South West but this could be cool for a Hippy Chic. Check out the details, nail heads on the pillow, and suede fringe pillows too.

Go to the site, you can really get a close up look at all the bells and whistles.

I put this one in because these were the exact colors of my bedroom growing up.

I thought my Mom would get a kick out of it.

Hi MOM !!! xxx

Jackie, ( From Jackie Blue Home ) aren't you impressed with the elaborate trims etc ?

This is appropriately named ' Ann Gish ', and is silk.

Here is something for you 'Beigiacs'

I really do not like these colors, but I know some client will. YUCH.

In my opnion, this is sooooo depressing. It makes you want to get in a hot bath with a razor-blade and a tall cocktail.

But the trim is Fab-Boo

go here : www.neimanmarcus.com/

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Cat Trapped In A Birdcage

Cat in the birdcage

My Dah- lings..........this is the most adorable paperweight ever. ( $ 42.00 )

This whimsical paperweight measures 5 x 5 x 8"
sku: 181911793

Oh yes, This fun piece is from Botanica of Boca.
I have a link on my sidebar ( right side )

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Scented Tassels At Botanica of Boca

Talk about giving a super chic little gift...... !
These scented tassels come in a cylinder shaped box that is very handsome.

Again, it is Botanica of Boca where I found these. Confirming my feelings that they clearly are the very best store in Boca Raton for home accessories.

I would buy a few, I think one of these would be a big hit as a hostess gift. What "hostess with the mostess" wouldn't want one ?

go here :http://www.botanicaofboca.com/

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Brilliant Botanica of Boca Raton

A professional friend of mine has THE MOST GORGEOUS SHOP IN BOCA RATON.

YUMMY.

This is just a teeny weenie, tiny , itsy bitsy sampling of their merchandise.

I know that there is a blog called 'Eye Candy' , but 'Botanica of Boca' should have " Eye Candy Sold Here " under their sign outside.

This is a handmade ( and signed ) porcelain tile. You could incorporate these tiles into your backslash . Use you imagination.

I am sure you can get the solid tiles as well, call and ask Robert.

They come in all different veggies and fruit.

There is one above in the granny smith apple picture.

You just can not tell how beautiful this collection is by my photos.

Do you love this ?????

The Colors are TO DIE FOR.

Double click on pics to enlarge.

You have to see this up close !!!

Ask for Robert , Michael or Shelly .

These are lovely people.

They will ship anywhere and could not be more helpful.

I will be posting more from Botanica of Boca

and have given them a Link on my sidebar which will take you right to their site.

Wait until you see what is coming.....

It is gift season you know.....

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Raw Metal Mistletoe

9 x 9 @ $98 & 16 x 16 @ $ 295.00

Just in time for Christmas, Raw Metal Mistletoe Pendants.

I think these are very interesting, they feel very ' indie '.
Personally, I think these regarding style, will outlast most contemporary pendants on the market today.

go here for more info : http://www.mothology.com/mistlamp.htm

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Pair of Art Deco Benches ( France c 1930's )

I think these are beautiful.
They are soooo Palm Beach.

You just never know who's bottom sat on them.

I would sandblast them and leave them in a natural iron finish.

Imagine this pair of Art Deco Fireplace Benches recovered and sandblasted.

They would really be a show-stopper , and would enhance the fireplace as the focal point in a room.

Pair of fanciful wrought iron 1930's fireplace benches.

The motif depicts maidens dancing before the sun, while Pan plays his flute.
Price$3,800

height: 40.64 cm (1 ft. 4 in.)

depth: 30.48 cm (12 1/2)

width/length: 106.68 cm (3 ft. 6 in.)

Dolce

3700 South Dixie Highway #8

West Palm BeachFL, 33405

Phone: 561-832-4550

E-Mail: dolceantiques@bellsouth.net

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The Only Russian Tea Room In NYC

Before heading to The Russian Tea Room, perhaps a bit of food for the heart and soul.

The Carnegie is next door.

The City. I love the contrast , constant contrast, and beautifully choreographed.

I can't help showing so many awning shots, I get all excited with anticipation.

This shot shows what it really looks like at night, when the lights are lowered.

The Russian Tea Room is such a spectacular place. If you go to NYC, and are with anyone you want to show a good time, take them there.

I promise they will never get it out of the heads. It will be permanently filed on their ' Chip '.

I took my daughter there when she was about 6 years old and we had brunch.

We were both dressed up and she was consciously testing her very best table manners.

The waiters were so lovely, and needless to say the presentation of the meal was elegant & amazing to a little girl from Boca Raton.

It was such a memory for me as well.

She will never be that same innocent, beautiful, big eyed little girl again.

We were both so happy that day, we were all smiles, hugs and kisses.

Unfortunately, sometimes money can buy happiness and on that day

The Russian Tea Room contributed to it greatly.

When I was little my parents took me there...........it was nothing like this.

It was a landmark of course, and they did take me.

But I remember it being done in the dark maroon-ish reds. It was dark and dingy feeling.

It really does look like this.

The ceiling is gold leafed. They spent something like 6 million dollars on the interiors the last time they restored it. ( within the last 15 years or so )

Seriously, try to get there.

Especially if you have an innocent, big eyed , beautiful little 6 yr old girl .

The Russian Tea Room NYC: http://www.russiantearoomnyc.com/

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