I'm a Four-Eyes...

After putting off the eye doctor for no good reason the past few years, I finally bit the bullet (because I couldn't see!) and went for a visit.

Turns out, I really needed a new pair of glasses... badly!

So off I went to find the perfect pair, and I was very happy to find them at See Eyewear. I totally recommend See, and they have shops in major cities across the country.

I opted for tortoise shell Italian frames that are very similar to the classics worn by Grace Kelly.



I love them (and promise a photo!), and have to admit that I watched The Girls With Glasses theme song with a smile on my face because I'm part of the club!

Happy Menocal... Bella's Portrait

Happy Menocal, artist extraordinaire, did this amazing pet portrait of my boyfriend's dog, Bella, as my anniversary gift to him.

He was thrilled with it! And Happy was so wonderful to work with in getting this gorgeous piece just right!


I also love her Matador series... so vibrant.! Definitely check out her lovely website.

World Cup Anthem

Have you guys been watching the World Cup?

With Spain and the Netherlands in the final game this weekend, I'm kind of going to miss the soccer fever...

And I'll definitely miss the catchiest sports song ever, "Wavin' Flag" by K'naan.

Birds of a Feather...

Peacock earrings for summer just seem like a must-do!


In fact, I'd take just about anything from Kenneth Jay Lane for these steamy evenings.

Oh... and like any Prippy, I love a good deal, so gotta mention he has a line for QVC!

Delicious, Delicious... Grape Gazpacho

With this summer heat taking a toll on my appetite (not complaining!), I've been loving simple cold soups for dinner.


My favorite has been a grape gazpacho from the delicious and adorable gourmet pizza shop in my neighborhood, Seventh Hill. If you're in DC, it's worth the trip!

After craving this perfect summer dinner night after night, I decided to try it on my own and love the recipe below from Chowhound. Enjoy!

INGREDIENTS

~ 2 cups peeled, seeded, and diced cucumbers
~ 2 cups seeded and diced tomatillos
~ 2 cups diced white grapes
~ 1/4 cup ginger juice
~ Salt and freshly ground white pepper to taste

1. Mix all ingredients in a large bowl; season to taste.

2. Place three-fourths of the mixture in a food processor and process until smooth.

3. Put it back in the bowl with remaining fruit and vegetables and stir to combine. Serve chilled.

Damn Hot...

It has been sweltering hot in DC... damn hot... real hot... and I'd love to hear some ideas for cooling off the dogs and the peeps!

Happy 4th... God Bless America

Happy 4th of July!

I hope you all have a fantastic time celebrating. Bryan reads the Declaration of Independence every year to commemorate the day.

We're off to a pig roast on Capitol Hill and then off to watch the fireworks from a rooftop right next the the Capitol. This is the one holiday I truly love celebrating in D.C.!


Oh... and I will be wearing this fabulous dress!