You are going to LOVE tonight’s recipe.  It is sooo good that I decided to post it one day earlier than my usual Thursday!!!!  My family DIES for this.  It tastes just like onion soup and so incredibly easy to make…and yes, just last weekend a good friend of mine called me the queen of easy recipes…..so if the shoe fits!!!!!!!!!  ENJOY!!!!!  BON APPETIT!!!!

I know, I know Thanksgiving has not even happened yet but I have been getting TONS of requests to start my holiday gift guides.  I am going to try to get a few up each week from now until Christmas (only 50 days away!!!!).  This years blog sale will also be ready by the weekend too, so stay tuned, I think you are going to LOVE this years picks!!!!!

This is number one on my gift giving list..I have read so many things about this brand.


My favorite fur pom pom hat……


Someone recommended this candle to me because its melts into the best body lotion!!!


Such a fun family game for the upcoming holiday dinners!!!!!!


A really great gift for the makeup lover in your life!!!!


Oh and this tooooooo


Anyone would LOVE to receive this face mask!!


Shoe clips make great gifts they can transform any shoe into something fabulous!!!


This little bag is so cute..just like the Barneys one but much less and I love the pink color!!!


Thumbs up for these Ugg Slippers!!!!

This week’s book club Monday choice is Amazon’s September book of the month, Small Fry by Lisa Brennan-Jobs.  You might have already heard about this book…it is getting a lot of buzz..here is why and I cannot wait to read it!!!!!

A frank, smart and captivating memoir by the daughter of Apple founder Steve Jobs.Born on a farm and named in a field by her parents―artist Chrisann Brennan and Steve Jobs―Lisa Brennan-Jobs’s childhood unfolded in a rapidly changing Silicon Valley. When she was young, Lisa’s father was a mythical figure who was rarely present in her life. As she grew older, her father took an interest in her, ushering her into a new world of mansions, vacations, and private schools. His attention was thrilling, but he could also be cold, critical and unpredictable. When her relationship with her mother grew strained in high school, Lisa decided to move in with her father, hoping he’d become the parent she’d always wanted him to be.


Small Fry is Lisa Brennan-Jobs’s poignant story of childhood and growing up. Scrappy, wise, and funny, young Lisa is an unforgettable guide, marveling at the particular magic of growing up in this family, in this place and time, while grappling with her feelings of illegitimacy and shame. Part portrait of a complex family, part love letter to California in the seventies and eighties, Small Fry is an enthralling story by an insightful new literary voice. – Amazon.com






For more information or to purchase this book, click HERE.

Who’s up for a last minute trip Off Broadway.  I have been speaking to the producers of Williston and they have reserved a handful of tickets at $28.50 for us on Wednesday, November 7th at 8:00pm.  This is a very limited run for this star studded cast!!  We are lucky to be able to catch it now.  EMAIL me to save your spot.  Here is the story:

How far would you go to carve out your slice of the American Dream?

Larry and Barb, two veteran oil reps, are closing a deal on drilling rights, in Williston, North Dakota, but the arrival of a newbie changes things up. It’s not business as usual in this boomtown. Miranda presents the world premiere of Adam Seidel’s dynamic, thought-provoking dark comedy.

As part of the POP UP Productions Series, audiences will be treated to a fun complimentary drink or edible delight at each performance. Miranda Theatre Company will bring a little bit of North Dakota to NYC with a variety of treats from “Pride of Dakota” affiliated businesses, including Dakota Kids Sunflower Seeds, Dakota Rose Delights, Dot’s Pretzels, Mikey’s Country Candy and Thunderbird Foods.

I have been searching for over a year for an easy, tasty tomato soup.  Our favorite is the one at Panera and I could not find one that I could make at home, that came close, until today….I even bought a pretzel roll and carved it out to make a bread bowl.  It was a HUGE hit…both my girls and my parents LOVED it…I hope you do too!!! Bon Appetit!!!

Ingredients:

• A large diced onion
• 1 stick of butter
• Two 28 oz cans of crushed tomatoes (56 oz in total)
• Two cups of water
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. Melt butter over medium heat in a pot large enough for the rest of your ingredients.
2. Dice the onion and place in the pot to briefly simmer.
3. Empty tomatoes and water into pot.
4. Allow soup to gently boil for up to half an hour, uncovered.
5. Blend soup using an immersion blender to your preferred consistency.
6. Season to taste.

WOW……the days are flying by and it has been so long since I have done a fashion vision board post.  I decided to try again.  My old board posting site closed down and a new company/format took over and its taken me a little time to get it right.  Soooo here goes…These are some of my favorite styles for fall…As always, I am loving leopard, anything fur and embellished shoes.  J Crew has had some amazing pieces…and I added a few splurges in there too…because a girl can dream, no? 

@nslifestyles

Retailer: Neiman Marcus

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Mignonne Gavigan Madeline Beaded Statement Earrings, White/Golden

Brand: Mignonne Gavigan

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Retailer: MODA OPERANDI

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Serpui New Lizzy Wicker Bag

@mimi2018

Retailer: nordstrom.com

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Kristen Blake Faux Fur Quilted Jacket

Brand: Kristen Blake

@peyton

Retailer: NET-A-PORTER

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Ranjana Khan – Carambola Gold-Tone, Feather, Mother-Of-Pearl And Crystal Clip Earrings – Black

Brand: Ranjana Khan

@aleksandra-molchanova

Retailer: TheRealReal

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Tiffany & Co. Horn Torque Bangle

Brand: Tiffany & Co.

@london-capri

Retailer: Barneys New York

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Balenciaga Women S Crystal-Embellished Clip-On Earring

Brand: Balenciaga

@nslifestyles

Retailer: J.Crew

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Sadie Ankle Boots In Leopard Calf Hair

Brand: J.Crew

@chic-splendor

Retailer: NET-A-PORTER

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J.Crew – Leopard-Print Faux Fur Coat – Brown

Brand: J.Crew

@nslifestyles

Retailer: Nordstrom

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J.CREW Leather Back Beaded Beetle Earrings

Brand: J.Crew

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Retailer: NET-A-PORTER

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Golden Goose Deluxe Brand – Superstar Glittered Leather And Distressed Suede Sneakers – Silver

Brand: Golden Goose

@emily-bacal

Retailer: NET-A-PORTER

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J.Crew – Yams Grosgrain-Trimmed Sequined Crepe Skirt – Navy

Brand: J.Crew

@nslifestyles

Retailer: Neiman Marcus

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Petersyn Lowry Ruffled Blouson-Sleeve Striped Poplin Top

Brand: Petersyn

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Retailer: Gucci

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Leather Mid-Heel Slingback Pump With Crystal G

Brand: Gucci

@nslifestyles

Retailer: J.Crew

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Pointed Toe Pumps In Jungle Print

Brand: J.Crew

@nslifestyles

Retailer: Nordstrom

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MOTHER The Boxy Ombre Faux Fur Jacket

Brand: Mother