By Nava My cousin T* always used to say she was “allergic to stupidity.” This was a woman whose house alarm code was the numeric equivalent of the word “genius” and was the most outspoken person I´ve ever known. Unfortunately, she succumbed to breast cancer 3 years ago after a valiant 12-year fight. She wasn´t [...]

As a side note, I’m a little more rushed these days than usual – I’m sure y’all have noticed.  Getting ready for Harry’s graduation, too busy at work, plus doing all the last-minute planning/details for our Europe trip is taking its toll.  So indulge me until I get long plane and train rides to sniff [...]

First, it’s official: the ChiCocoa Scentsation will be Saturday, SEPTEMBER 13 — that’s the date most people can come. Mark your calendars! Okay, on to today’s post – For someone who does a lot of yapping about my alleged restraint in buying bottles (as opposed to hoarding samples) I´ve had to start rotating my fragrances [...]

Few things in life are more disappointing than expecting one perfect thing and getting the exact wrong thing.   Consider the gorgeous shoes above.  That’s what I was expecting, perfectly sized up to accommodate for a narrow Christian Louboutin toe box.  What I got was a pair of Dolce & Gabanna leopard print shoes with some freaky little [...]

Okay, your assignment for next Monday – hey, why should I do all the work?!?No, seriously, I like to read your responses.So – the assignment, suggested by Maria last week (and with a nod to Now Smell This, who just did something similar on Friday):it has come to our attention in the blogosphere that many [...]