Today is the official last day of Summer.

So long sweet Summer. Hello Fall.

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Aretha Franklin-The Queen of Soul died today at the age of 76 from pancreatic cancer. She was a power house of a performer and  was blessed with a voice like no other. A spectacular talent that will be deeply missed.

Interesting Fact:  The Queen of soul died on the exact same day as the King of Rock & Roll (Elvis Presley ) 41 years earlier.

Did you know that today was National Book Lovers Day?

A day for all those who love to read, National Book Lovers Day encourages you to find your favorite reading place, a good book (whether it be fiction or non-fiction) and read the day away.

Just in case you were wondering how I realllly feel about books  …..LOVE Them! Little fun fact: I still check out books from my local library.

Helloooo August. How did it get to be August already? Summer is flying by and truth be told , the month of August has always had a special place in my calendar heart. Here’ are a few nuggets concerning the month ahead that I hope you will enjoy and perhaps embrace for the best month ever.

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August Memo..Sunday LOVE!

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Eat seasonally: the short list. Enjoy!

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Mark you calendars:

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Are you ready to “tie one on?” I’m not referring to any sort of excessive partaking in alcoholic beverages but instead a much more stylish reference to the application of  wearing over sized scarves.

Easy scarf styling-2 knots and your DONE!

If you’re looking for ways to change up your scarf usage and truth be told use all those unworn scarves that most likely haven’t been unfolded, let alone worn since they were purchased -might I suggest taking a moment and  reviewing this  lovely batch of tutorials I found on (where else) Pinterest! There are so many ways to tie and wrap these “one piece wonders”and the best part is that this style statement is one you probably already have in your closet.

Why not give it a try! All you need do is tie, wrap and twist your way some serious scarf style.

I must confess I am obsessed with designer Johanna Ortiz. Ortiz is a designer of Colombian decent and her designs are ultra feminine and soooo beautiful.