I thought it’d be nice to take the girls to the Cooper Young Arts festival today to get a little exposure to the arts in Memphis. Since I had a couple of hours to kill until my son got home, we headed out. It was a nice day– the sun was out, but it wasn’t too hot, and the crowd was managable.
So, you never really know what you gonna get on a nice day in Cooper Young. I present to you exhibit A. Loved his outfit, I hesitate to call it a costume just cos you never know… This could be every day attire for all I know- LOL.
This was the first thing the caught my eye when we got there . Literally, he was in the first set of tents– primo location.
He has some really pretty pieces and the camera doesn’t do the subtle color and light play justice on some of them. Of course I picked up one… I couldn’t resist. I mean it’s a wonder I left there with only one. (I had to exert all of my self-discipline to accomplish this feat, just let me tell you). And I picked up a cute one for me, and of course it’s blue
One of the reasons I wanted to go to the festival, and why I like to get jewelry from artists, is that I like having a few unique, signature pieces– something I won’t see on anyone else. As we were leaving, I was really bummed because I didn’t see anything that spoke to me. But on my way out I passed this one artist selling copper jewelry. This was significant to me for a few reasons, one of which being I’ve been looking for some nice copper pieces for about a year, so I quickly paid her a visit.
When I saw these, I knew I was going to get them. And even though they are nearly the same color as my hair they really look good on. Plus the artist (Perfect Piece) is super nice and super friendly. She’s really into her craft and I liked that about her. Each piece is hand craft, unique (she doesn’t replicate), and named. Yes, my new earrings have a name! And no, I’m not sharing it .
Well, the girls and I had a ton fun during our Girls Time today. Even visited the used bookstore and went shopping (yes, we’re nerds like that)
I don’t usually do this, but my company is doing a fund raiser for United Way and I wanted to share with with the world!
Okay, that may be a stretch, my reach is not quite that wide-LOL! But anywho, my company is holding a car wash with all proceeds going to the United Way. So if you’re in Memphis, TN and have some free time this Friday, September 9th, stop by. Get a clean car for a good cause!
Executive Car Wash for a Cause
(Proceeds Benefit United Way)
Friday, Sept. 9th
12:00-2:00pm
WHAT/WHEN:
Team Members- Mark Your Calendar and Bring your “Dirty” Vehicles to be washed by our Executive Team Beginning at High Noon on Sept. 9th. (Outside of the car only).
WHERE:
FRED’S Store Support Front/Side Parking Lot (it will be sectioned off that day). This is the same area of the parking lot the company picnic took place.
DONATION AMOUNT:
Cost per vehicle is $10 cash or check (check payable to United Way), and all proceeds will benefit FRED’S United Way Campaign.
FRED’S Executive Team has volunteered “or been recruited” to participate in FRED’S 2nd Annual Car Wash for a Cause. Come show your support and get your vehicle or vehicles cleaned without having to leave FRED’S.
Hope to see you guys there! My truck is extra dirty and looking forward to its bath. I’ve decided to get in my boss’s line and have him clean it for me
I’m fresh off my big trip this year to New York. Well… maybe not so “fresh off” seeing that I got back a month ago. Yeah, I’m a bit slow with my trip recap .
So, as I was saying, “fresh off” my trip to New York and I had blast! My first trip to NY was for business so I have very limited time to really take in the city. This time, I was able to actually do a bit of sightseeing, a LOT of eating, and got to hang out with several friends that I’d not seen in years, as well as, make some new ones.
One of the most memorable parts of this trip for me was the excellent cuisine I was able to indulge in. ’Cause you know I’m a foodie at heart .
First up, Junior’s! Just let me say, I had the fortune of this fine establishment being right next door to my hotel. So when I say they say me at least once daily, I mean just that. I was there so often that my fav 2 waiters greeted me whenever I walked through the door. So, during my first visit, I was introduced to the NY deli tradition of have pickles, slaw, and pickled beets being served whenever lunch or dinner was ordered.
So…. I had my doubts about this, but being the foodie I am, I was down to try it
And as you can tell…. I wasn’t too keen on that experience. However I will say, that was the BEST slaw I’d ever tasted. And I *may* have even asked for slaw a breakfast once–or twice–, but I will neither confirm nor deny that…
Now, down to the reason we came. This was the best strawberry cheesecake ever!
And here’s my breakfast of granola with fruit (yes, that’s a HUGE bowl) and home fries (which were excellent, by the way).
And since I’m talking about breakfast, here’s my other breakfast meal at Junior’s. I was a bit more “reserved” this time.
Granola and yogurt…. so good.
And to round out my Junior’s experience, here’s a couple of the other delectable desserts I sampled: Lemon coconut cake and Devil’s Food cheescake.
That wraps up my Junior’s experience. I’ll do a separate post to highlight my other culinary adventures, including some of the best Cuban I’ve ever had. Stay tuned.
It’s been a while since I’ve posted. Been busy, more so than usual. AND I’m supposed to be writing right now, so OF COURSE I’m not…. (I can procrastinate with the best of them at times… smh)
But anywho, wanted to drop by and say hello. Now, I am off to do some writing, got some chapter outlines to complete.
I leave you with David Garrett performing Clair de Lune, one of my favs. Enjoy.
. Literally, he was in the first set of tents– primo location.
One of the reasons I wanted to go to the festival, and why I like to get jewelry from artists, is that I like having a few unique, signature pieces– something I won’t see on anyone else. As we were leaving, I was really bummed because I didn’t see anything that spoke to me. But on my way out I passed this one artist selling copper jewelry. This was significant to me for a few reasons, one of which being I’ve been looking for some nice copper pieces for about a year, so I quickly paid her a visit.
they really look good on. Plus the artist (Perfect Piece) is super nice and super friendly. She’s really into her craft and I liked that about her. Each piece is hand craft, unique (she doesn’t replicate), and named. Yes, my new earrings have a name! And no, I’m not sharing it 
