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One of the first steps that you should take when planning a hen party involves investing in some fun outfits and accessories for everyone to wear. A quick search online uncovers so many hilarious options to choose between for the soon-to-be bride, from sashes to headwear, badges and more. Try to ensure all of the guests are able to wear some accessories so that everyone can get involved in the fun, and think about purchasing some matching items so that you all get a sense of community and togetherness during the party.
Pick An Activity
It’s super difficult to choose an activity when there are just so many options available, but it’s important that you think about what the bride to be would like to get up to on her special day. If you would like to go out in the day time, perhaps a visit to a spa resort to have a group facial with afternoon tea and champagne could be a perfect choice? If you are planning on hitting the town for a good time, then it’s a great idea to find a bar that offers some unique services such as cocktail making classes to really add some flare to the hen party. If you really want to push the boat out and take the opportunity to have some new experiences with your best friends, you can buy CBD cookies online and include them in your party bags, upon receiving if consent from your guests of course.
A Luxurious Stay
After you’re all partied out, it’s a great idea to head back and continue the fun at a luxurious hotel. The bride-to-be has to feel special, and this is the perfect way to take your hen to a whole new level. Try to book as far in advance as you can to ensure that you get the right dates at the best price, as it can be an expensive game. You can take the opportunity to have a little pamper session during your stay too, with indulgent face masks and so much more.

It’s almost Valentine’s Day and you should see the SinfulColors Flirt With Heart display up at your local retailers! This years Valentine’s Day display features your traditional reds and pinks, but they also throw in some bright purple and teal.
I have 4 shades to share with you…
Daredevil was hands down my favorite of the 4 I received…if you spot it and love pinks grab it before its gone! This is a neon pink with a shimmer throughout. I used 2 coats…
Love Sprinkles is a Limited Edition glitter top coat for Valentine’s Day! Love Sprinkles contains pale pink hexagons and white hearts. I used 1 coat of Love Sprinkles over Dare Devil. I did have to fish for the heart I got in these photos…but I think once I use it a bit more, I will have no problem getting them out.
GoGo Girl is the perfect candy apple red. Red is my second favorite nail color to use…the Love Sprinkles would look fab on top of GoGo Girl too! I used 2 coats.
I’ve never really been a blue fan, it’s just not my color…but I LOVE this teal Rise & Shine color! It might not be your traditional valentines day color, but it would really look great on a v-day night out. I used 2 coats.
I am happy with the 4 shades I received. Daredevil is the stand out for me and a must have for pink lovers. Love Sprinkles is limited edition, so if you see it and think you might want it…grab it so you don’t miss it.
cost: $1.99
Do you do the standard pink and red shades, or would you step out in the teal for Valentine’s Day?
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

Growing up I remember some of my favorite cartoons being set to music…no words were ever needed to create the feeling they were made for, and up until a week ago I never knew what they were called (sad I know). LONG before I watched these cartoons, or shorts, back in the 1920’s and 1930’s, Disney Silly Symphony shorts played in movie theaters before the main feature. 75 Silly Symphony shorts were made, usually performed by a 32-piece orchestra! Due to limitations in technology, each piece has to be played perfectly in one sitting or they had to start over to try again. Some amazing advancements were made using these shorts…The Skeleton Dance was the first musical animation and Flowers and Trees was the first full-color animation using Technicolor.
Disney in Concert: A Silly Symphony Celebration
Last week at the D23 Expo 2015, we were able to sit in on Disney in Concert: A Silly Symphony Celebration with a LIVE ORCHESTRA! This was a 32 piece orchestra which is what would be similar to what it would have been for the recording, and original viewing, of an original Silly Symphony films.
This event was hosted by Leonard Maltin and music was performed in synchronization with the original Silly Symphonies shorts being shown on two screens. It really was quite exciting! It’s been quite a long time since I’ve been able to listen to a live orchestra, and to have it go along with cartoons/shorts that I remember as a kid was a once in a lifetime event!
This D23 Event was in honor of the release of The Silly Symphony Collection box set. This set features restored soundtracks from the 75 Silly Symphony shorts from 1929-1939 on 16 vinyl LPs. If you are an LP collector like my hubby, this is a set you will want to have!
This event was part of an all expenses paid press trip to Anaheim for the #D23Expo, all experiences and opinions are 100% my own.
Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a “sponsored post.” The company who sponsored it compensated me via a cash payment, gift, or something else of value to write it. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

Camping with wine can be cumbersome. But glamping with wine? Now that’s nothing short of luxurious. Described as “the art of camping with five-star amenities,” glamping provides a great opportunity to get out of town and get back to nature without leaving your favorite Tuscan blends (or running water) at home.
So in the spirit of vacationing in style, we’ve paired 5 of our favorite U.S.-based glamping destinations with 5 first-class wines fit for a five-star resort:
The glampsite: Ranch at Rock Creek in Philipsburg, Montana
The wine: Masciarelli Villa Gemma Bianco IGT (SRP $18)
This 6,600-acre luxury guest ranch can be found in Montana’s breathtaking Big Sky country. Whether you spend your days hiking in the mountains or soaking in the spa, rest assured you’ll come home to happiness in a bottle by way of Mascirelli’s Villa Gemma Bianco — a flowery blend of Trebbiano and Chardonnay offering fresh notes of apple and jasmine.
The glampsite: Mustang Monument in Wells, Nevada
The wine: Luce Lucente (SRP $29)
This eco-ranch is home to a handful of 300-square-foot tipis adorned with plush leather chairs, hardwood floors, and custom-made beds. The only way to make this glamping experience more luxurious is with a bottle of Luce’s Lucente — a superb blend of Merlot and Sangiovese known for its velvety palate, sweet spices, and supple fruits.
About Lucente:
Lucente 2013 displays a vibrant purple-red colour. Its rich, intense bouquet releases black cherry and wild berry, enriched with fascinating notes of pungent spice. The palate is smooth, with fi ne-grained tannins and an underlying impression of crisp balsam. Overall, this wine is complex, forceful, and elegant.
The glampsite: Autocamp in Santa Barbara, California
The wine: Frescobaldi Ammiraglia Vermentino (SRP $18)
No five-star campground would be complete without a vintage airstream trailer, handcrafted Adirondack chairs, and pastel-colored beach cruisers. Cap off your leisurely Santa Barbara bike ride with a bottle of Frescobaldi Vermentino — a crisp and refreshing white wine with soothing notes of citrus, pear, honey, and almond.
The glampsite: The Lodge & Spa at Brush Creek Ranch in Saratoga, Wyoming
The wine: Avignonesi Rosso di Montepulciano DOC (SRP $19)
Embody what it truly means to get back to nature with a weekend stay at this glamping resort & spa located at the base of the spectacular Sierras. Get cozy around the outdoor fire pit as you share adventure stories over a bottle of Avignonesi’s Rosso di Montepulciano — a biodynamically produced Sangiovese bursting with bright aromas of strawberry, raspberry, and pomegranate.
The glampsite: TreeHouse Point in Issaquah, Washington
The wine: Attems Cupra Ramato Pinot Grigio (SRP $19)
Glamp amongst towering trees, lush plants, and babbling brooks in this enchanting adult treehouse. Soak in the mountain views as you toast to the joys of summer with a glass of Attems Pinot Grigio — a distinctive copper-colored wine marked by a floral and fruity bouquet.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

August 30, 2014 Becky Leave a comment
Multi-platinum rock band Godsmacks lead singer Sully Erna, has a brand new tradition that is taking on in the rock world: 8:15TequilaTime. The band & fans everywhere are taking a moment at 8:15PM everyday, to raise a toast to the good life (Pura Vida) with Pura Vida Tequila.
Looking for a drink to start off your Rockstar UpROAR Festival with? Try the Sully Smash inspired by the ever so talented Sully Erna using Pura Vida Tequila!
photo courtesy of Pura Vida Tequila
SULLY SMASH
INGREDIENTS
1½ oz Pura Vida Añejo
½ oz NARANJA Orange Liqueur
¾ oz Organic Agave Nectar
1½ oz Fresh Lemon Juice
DIRECTIONS
Combine all ingredients in a shaker with ice. Shake to chill and combine. Strain into a highball glass packed with crushed ice. Garnish with a sprig of mint
Be sure to follow along with me and other bloggers as we bring you a behind the scenes look at the Festival including inside the Pura Vida Party Bus with Godsmack! Follow along with hashtags #puravidaparty & #815tequilatime
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Be sure to check out some of my recipes utilizing the delish Pura Vida Tequilas
& Remember to ALWAYS drink responsibly!
*photo & recipe courtesy of Pura Vida Tequila.
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