Social Media: How To Reinforce Your Brand Story

Social Media: How To Reinforce Your Brand Story

It’s been over a decade that I’ve been using social media for business. I’m what they call an early adaptor. But that’s just because I know a good thing when I see it! I came to the party early primarily because it allowed me to share my knowledge with others, […]

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Scary Good Halloween Tips I Shared On KCBS TV!

Scary Good Halloween Tips I Shared On KCBS TV!

Okay, I know we’ve posted a bunch of Halloween blogs this month, but it’s seriously my FAVORITE holiday so I tend to go a bit overboard! If you haven’t already been inspired to throw a ghostly get-together this weekend, these super easy, down-to-the-wire, budget-friendly Halloween Tips will help you host […]

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5 Signs You Should NOT Hire That DJ!

5 Signs You Should NOT Hire That DJ!

They make movies about this guy – the world’s worst DJ. They also make movies about terrible wedding singers, but that’s another blog all together! Entertainment is a critical part of any event. Music sets the mood. Its likability, along with the personality of the guy on that microphone, determines […]

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Wake Up & Feel The Buzz On National Coffee Day!

Wake Up & Feel The Buzz On National Coffee Day!

Coffee! It’s almost as important as alcohol! (And, in some situations even more necessary to get through the day!) Of all the foods and beverages that get their own national holiday, coffee deserves it the most, if you ask me. I mean, it’s been around 1,500 years! It’s also responsible […]

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National Grilled Cheese Day Makes Me Melt!

National Grilled Cheese Day Makes Me Melt!

Classic For Kids Whenever it’s National Grilled Cheese Day, I take a trip down memory lane to the grilled cheese of my youth. Remember those thin square slices of American cheese (not actually real cheese) wrapped in wax paper? Well, that’s how our school lunch truck served ‘em and they […]

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To Me Every Day Is Girl Gang Appreciation Day!

To Me Every Day Is Girl Gang Appreciation Day!

Don’t know what I’d do without these amazingly strong, bright, clever, beautiful, party-hearty girls! They’ve been there for me with cocktails, advice, donuts, shoulders to cry on, and trouble to get into. Through good times and bad, businesses and kids, sickness and health, manis, pedis, crazy nights, and weekends away […]

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Table Setting 101: Why All These Forkin’ Forks!

Table Setting 101: Why All These Forkin' Forks — The Party Goddess

  Remember Downton Abbey and how poor Mr. Molesley would spend all afternoon polishing utensils to set the table with a dozen pieces of silverware at each place setting? You were really “somebody” if you used a different fork for your salad and entree! Alas, times have changed. Today, most […]

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Alcohol-Free St. Patty’s Day Play

Alcohol-Free St. Patty's Day Play

It isn’t often I mention booze-free ways to party. After all, the name of my blog begins with Vodka! But, as a mom of three I realize it’s fun to get festive with the fam on holidays like St. Patrick’s Day, so when Sarah at The Prevention Coalition offered to […]

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Oh, Crunch! It’s National Potato Chip Day!

Oh Crunch! It's National Potato Chip Day

“Bet You Can’t Eat Just One.” Remember that slogan from Lay’s years ago? I mean, who did they hire to do their advertising, Pablo Escobar? Only the O.G. of addictive substances himself could tap into the psyche of consumers like that. As much as I love donuts, it’s salt and […]

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Reset Your Clock Weekend With A Bloody Sunrise!

Reset Your Clock Weekend With A Bloody Sunrise

Tomorrow we spring ahead for Daylight Savings, which means more light but less sleep pour moi! #Ugh! There are official ways to reset your clock, such as going to bed earlier (Pffft, lame!) and exposing yourself (that might be fun!) to bright sunlight upon rising. #Nevermind. But, natch, I have […]

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