Remember those tanning products by Thermoscalled Even Up? They had a pad that was bendable in three different parts—looked kinda like padded aluminum foil—and you held it just under your neck to reflect the sun? Or, they had the full Sun Tanning Blanket so you could get that all over, even tan
40 years ago today, May 12th, my dad Eddie London passed away at approximately 1am Pacific Standard Time. Last night, I woke up at 3:10am Central Standard Time with him on my mind. This same thing happened to me on this day in 1980 when I woke after a vivid dream of my dad repeatedly saying, “It will be okay”.
I came up with a new word this winter. It’s a word that describes the safe feeling I get when I call Sydney to rant with frustration, or Mallory to share something exciting, or tell Charli that I cried when I watched a car run over a turtle I was careful to avoid. It’s a word that describes the surety I feel when I call Shannon with a crazy idea, and I know she will listen and brainstorm how to get it to work. The word is Girlfriendships™.
The summers on the East coast are gorgeous! Perfect weather, pristine water, and the people know exactly what to do with fish. When you’re there you absolutely NEED to have a lobster roll. Who makes them better than Maine? Transport your girlfriends to New England with these classic Maine lobster rolls.
Bar Harbor, Maine...with a name like that, sign me up sista! It’s perfect if you are looking for a non-traditional girls weekend getaway that’s filled with charm. From the incredible hikes, lighthouses, and blueberry heaven, it’s easy to fall in love with Bar Harbor, Maine. Nearly every corner has a cute lobster shack, an adorable bed and breakfast, or charming mom and pop shop.
Whether you’re gearing up for your upcoming girls weekend getaway to the Gulf Shore, or just looking to transport yourself and your girlfriends there through your tastebuds, this is the recipe for you! Bring the southern hospitality to your own home with some authentic, down-home shrimp and grits.
After high school, my daughter deferred to the University of Alabama for a year while she took some time off to check out modeling. Kinda wish she had traveled south just so I could try this beauty! This cocktail—a staple in Alabama—is essentially a chocolate, piña colada milkshake, and yes, it’s as delicious as it sounds.
Did someone say, “Roll Tide!?” If you’re looking for a turquoise-water and sugar-sand beach that’s a little more accessible than Santorini—please tell me who isn’t—consider one of the country’s best kept secrets: Orange Beach, Alabama.
Those who know me well know that tequila is my go-to. With summer only a few weeks away, I decided I would get prepared now and revamp my classic margarita. I engaged in some very important research and found this recipe...
