My new perfume obsession....

Love Love LOVE this fragrance from Coach called Poppy...yeah, I know, it's been out since July, but I just had to mention it.  I've been looking for a replacement perfume for the better part of a year!  My last perfume was Falling In Love by Philosophy, before that it was Soulmates also by Philosophy, before that it was Gap Blue....all have been discontinued over time and I will only wear perfume if it REALLY suits me and works with my body chemistry.

Poppy is one of those that really hits the right notes and I'm a sucker for a good mix of floral and fruity, it's light and fun, but still sexy.  Notes of cucumber flower, mandarin, freesia, jasmine, pink water lily, creme brulee, cedarwood, bleached sandalwood, and marshmallow...mmm, marshmallow :)

Click here to go to the Coach website and check it out!

Rock and Roll Camp for Girls!

Have a little rocker chick in your household?  If she's between the ages of 8 and 18 this could be the fun camp for Summer that you've been looking for!

The Rock and Roll Camp for Girls started nine years ago as a one-week experiment. It has since grown to five week-long camps during the summer and an afterschool program called the Girls Rock Institute.

http://www.girlsrockcamp.org/main/

Fun things to do outdoors this weekend in Oregon!

Some great ideas of things to do on this beautiful Spring weekend in Oregon!  Many of them low cost or free.

• Ski or Snowboard for Free at Ski Bowl
• Get in Free at National Parks
• Take the Dog to the Park
• And several other ideas! 

http://www.katu.com/outdoors/featured/91055199.html

Valentine's Day Ideas from KPTV

Valentine's Day ideas from KPTV's website.  Setting the mood, the perfect gift and cooking a v-day dinner!

http://www.kptv.com/valentines/index.html

The Roar Returns to the Oregon Zoo!

The Predators of the Serengeti exhibit, which opens on Sept. 12, marks the return of lions to the Oregon Zoo.

The new lion enclosure features open grassland, warm rocks, a heated den and an area where visitors can watch keepers interact with lions through a protective mesh screen.

In 1998, lions were phased out of the zoo to make room for a new exhibit, but the “Bring Back the Roar” campaign returned the king of the beasts to the zoo.

Portland Home and Garden Show - Expo Center

If you're thinking about remodeling, redecorating, planting, landscaping, etc...be sure to check out the Portland Home and Garden Show at the Expo Center. An abundance of ideas present themselves at this extensive event. Not just for hardwoods, granite countertops and siding...they have specialty "home" items like a balsamic vinegar exhibit that completely opened my eyes to new cooking possibilities and another exhibit had 600 thread count sheet sets for $20 in a variety of colors (you can't beat that price anywhere!)

Open until 8pm Saturday, and open from 10am-6pm on Sunday, the 22nd. Tickets are $10 and parking is $7, unless you carpool with 3 or more and it's only $6 to park.

For more info, go to:
www.otshows.com/PHS/

Aveda Institute - Pearl District

I spent my Valentine's Day afternoon with one of my best friends down at the Aveda Institute Salon and Spa for some pampering and relaxation. We both had facials and mani/pedis. They also offer haircuts/color, waxing, and other spa services at a reduced rate from typical spas...the secret? The services are performed by students at the Aveda Institute! Although they are supervised by teachers, I found nothing but professionalism and friendliness from my technicians. My facial was only $25, my manicure was $10 and my pedicure was $15...what a deal! For a relaxing spa day at a fraction of the cost, check out: www.avedapdx.com