Simply, Sunday...

The sun's shining and after months of dreary, weary winter, that's enough to put a smile on my face. So, this Simply, Sunday I'm going to share some other, albeit random, things that also put a smile on my face. Have a little look-see:


The Who's Tommy coming to Blackfriars Theatre next month. I am so proud to be a part of this cast! It's gonna rock. Come.

My friend Karley of Chic & Green and Loubird Handmade has a new site coming soon: Loubird's Nest, selling vintage home decor. I'm really excited about this! 

How about this silly hot pink, acrylic cuckoo clock I am obsessed with? This will be mine...oh, yes, it will...

....and last but not least, a little pluggeroo of my own....

 Don't forget Be Chandelierious  & Chandelierious Kids, too! Happy sunny Sunday!                

Thirsty Thursday, St. Patrick's Style

Happy St. Patrick's Day, leprechauns! I have a special,  and yes, green treat for you today that is NOT green beer. Switch it up today! This one sounds yummy, right? Like a spiked shamrock shake. Nice...


                                 Leprechaun Martini
*2 oz. vodka
*1.5 oz. Irish Cream
*.5 oz. Creme de menthe
Chocolate Syrup
Swirl chocolate syrup inside a well chilled martini glass. Combine ingredients over ice in a martini shaker, shake well and strain into glass. Enjoy!

Cheers! Now, go find some gold at the end of the rainbow...and be careful out there.

Life. Sigh...

 Sometimes life's circumstances grab you by the hand, don't let go, and all you can do is go with it. Go with the flow, the saying goes. Sometimes the birthday GNO's, trips to the gym and frivolous shopping with gift cards burning a hole in your pocket, will just have to wait. Dinner and brunch with loved ones was about as rip-roaring as it got this past "birthday weekend". My bod told me, "slow her down, mama." And I listened, keeping it simple. This week hasn't been much different with my little one being just plain sick. Lots of cuddling, tlc, warm baths and ibuprofen... not so much blogging. And, that's ok. 
Spring is around the corner, I can feel it in my bones, and with that comes many new things: new  chandelierious decor projects, new experiences and new beginnings. In the meantime, deep breath...Om, om, ommm.....

(ps. Happy St. Patrick's day! Special Thirsty Thursday coming up later!)

Thirsty Thursday

It's the Thirsty Thursday before my my birthday. (Yes, ehem, I will be turning 27 on Sunday, ehem....) Anyway, the yummiest martini I have ever had is a very simple one, and one I think I will partake of during my special GNO birthday celebration on Saturday.
The Chocolate Martini. There are many versions out there, but my favorite one is the crystal clear one from Tapas 177 Lounge on St. Paul St. in the city of Rochester. I love it there! I love the ambiance, the exposed brick walls, the music, the food...and yes, this little martini is quite enjoyable, as well.
Theirs is a basic 3 ingredient cocktail:


*Skyy Vodka
 *Creme de Cacao
 *a single Rolo candy drop.  


Delish. I can taste it already. Warning: these are strong! If you go and want more than one, better have yourself a good D.D.! But, if you're trying out the recipe on your own, you can tweak the strength to your liking.

Enjoy & cheers...

Tips-y Tuesday: T-Burg Style.

Tip: Try out T-Burg. 
The town of Trumansburg is charming. Like, walk up and down Main Street popping in and out of thrift shops, used book stores, chocolatiers, specialty boutiques and restaurants, charming. One place we loved in particular was a store called Sundrees.

 If you live in the Rochester area, picture a smaller Parkleigh, and that's what you'll find. From the exposed brick walls to the colorful, eclectic variety of wares, this is a boutique worth stopping into. Look at some of the goodies:

High heeled, cowboy styled rainboots? Yes, please.

Loving these aprons in vintage inspired fabrics. Whether you actually use an apron or not, a collection of these make for some sweet home decor.

These darling cards are made with old (unused) hankies! Fab.
And no, I shan't leave out the aforementioned chocolatier. 

Why, yes, those are chocolate covered kiwi. Yum. Available at Life's So Sweet Chocolates.
Next time you find yourself driving Rt. 96, slow down through Trumansburg...it's worth a stop.

Simply Saturday

This morning I would love to share a different set of pictures from my short trip to Trumansburg, NY last weekend.  Taughannock Falls State Park is a mile or two up the road from the Juniper Hills B&B. We stopped on our way home to just take a quick look at the falls....and what a sight, indeed. Even the cold, snowy, gray weather can't stop the beauty of Mother Nature.

Just....gorgeous. (no bad puns intended)

Thirsty Thursday

In lieu of an adult beverage on this Thirsty Thursday (lest I be labeled a lush), I am posting a recipe for something I have always loved. Something that is the epitome of comfort food and yumminess in my eyes: 
The Strawberry Milkshake.

Yum.

Is there anything prettier in pink and plain old, down home delicious? I think not.

                     The Ultimate Strawberry Milkshake

* 1 pound strawberries, halved (3 cups)

*1 pint vanilla ice cream

*1/2 cup milk

*2 tablespoons of sugar

Makes 4 cups

Puree all ingredients in blender, with a pinch of salt, until smooth. Props to Epicurious.

Mmmmm.......