Today Mrs. Ralph (My dear friend who channels Ralph Lauren in her decorating style.) and I were doing one of the things that we most enjoy doing – shopping thrift stores (Also known as “Badwill Hunting.”) Of course, we do not “need” anything, but the thrill of the hunt, and the bargains found made for […]
Here is the tale of how the Living Stones Bible Fellowship Class got to party at Babe’s Chicken Dinner House. In December, First Baptist Church Richardson actually cancelled Bible Study Fellowships on two Sunday mornings during the holidays. We had also had the terrible ice storm during December when people were unable to attend church. […]
Benedict’s is a breakfast, brunch, lunch restaurant that has made several lists as a recommended breakfast eatery in Dallas. We thought we should check it out. Bikers’ hogs were parked outside the front door. We took that as a good sign. Benedict’s is located in Addison on Betline Road at Inwood. Inside, the decor was […]
I learned something today. There is an agency in town called Refugee Services of Texas. “A refugee is a person who has been forced to leave his/her country because of a well-founded fear of persecution on account of race, religion, nationality, or participation in a particular social or political group. Unlike immigrants, refugees have no […]
On the northeast corner of Preston Road and Forest Lane is Woodlands American Grill. They make excellent coffee. Now I am NOT an expert on coffee. I will go to coffee houses, but they are not on my regular radar. Since the first time I dined at Woodlands, I have wanted to return to drink […]
Brooklyn, New York has dazzling displays of Christmas lights that literally cover entire yards. But…. Let it be known that the lights in Highland Park are well worth seeing. In many ways, they are more refined and elegant than the displays in New York. I have been wanting to visit the lights in Highland Park, […]
The Dallas Life Foundation’s yearly fundraiser at Fair Park Music Hall was fantastic. (Click HERE to read more.) We were treated royally, and monies were raised to support this faith based ministry for the homeless in downtown Dallas. Dallas Life reaches out to homeless men, women and children with food, clothing, shelter, education and long-term […]
Harvest Tea at the DeGolyer Restaurant at the Dallas Arboretum is a treat. On the recent visit to the Arboretum, Super Sister, Friend Kim, and I treated ourselves to tea. Our table was set near the fireplace. I liked it. I loved it. It was warm and cozy. Beautiful Noritake chine – each piece was […]
Tea at the Crescent Court – What an experience! I liked it. I loved it. And, I took pictures to share. As a hostess gift, Stephanie and Evelyn invited the hostesses to tea at the Crescent Court. (Stephanie’s aunts and her Matron of Honor were also there.) How impressive is that? Nancy, Sheila, Janet, Wynette, […]
Summertime in Dallas, Texas – It is hot. It is humid. It is miserable. I have a suggestion for you. Take my advice, and you will feel better – I promise. Here is what you do. Head over to one of the Paciugo (Pa-choo-go) locations around town, and savor a cup of cool, smooth, creamy […]
