Texas Tuesday-Mt. Vernon: Small Town Fun

To be honest, Mt. Vernon, Texas was never on my radar to write about.  Never even thought about it.  It was just another small town off of Interstate 30 that we pass on the way to Arkansas.  Just another small town that we drive to so that my daughter can play 2 or 3 basketball games and then come home.  But a couple of weeks ago, she had a 3 day tournament there.  Her team had 3 games spanning a 9 hour period one day.  So we really had no choice but to get out of the gym and explore the small town.  Man, it's pretty cute!  We had lunch as well as walked around the town square.  The square is adorable.  In the middle of downtown sits a square shaped park that is covered with trees.  At the time, the crepe myrtles were blooming big time!  (Blooming crepe myrtles means it's HOT in Texas!)

We ate lunch at a place across the street from the park called "Our Place."  It's only open for a few hours around lunchtime.  Service was incredibly nice and the food was awesome!  I had a chicken salad sandwich and it was delicious.  I don't usually order sandwiches for lunch but I was so glad I did.  They definitely weren't stingy with the chicken salad!

We came in the back door of the restaurant.  The back door faces the front of Franklin County Historical Association.  Of course that caught Chief's eye!!  He loves museums. 

 As we talked to our very friendly waitress, we found out the museum was closing at 2pm.  Upon hearing Chief's disappointment, the waitress worked her magic to get the museum to open for us.  We got our own personal tour of the museum which included a collection of Don Meredith memorabilia  as well as a rare bird egg collection...222 bird eggs to be exact.  3 of those eggs are from birds that have been extinct for over 100 years reportedly!  The entire room is climate controlled.  I didn't get a picture of the collection.  Mainly because I was so mesmerized by the shear number of eggs and information all in one small room!  Reportedly, a "big national museum from DC" wanted the collection.  But the little town fought back and the collection stayed right there. 

After exploring the small museum for over an hour, we walked around downtown.  

                                                        Franklin County Courthouse

So next time you're around the northeast Texas area, stop in Mt Vernon for some lunch and a little history!

Hugs y'all,

Melissa

Thirsty Thursday-Nail Polish and Cocktails

I choose nail polish based on the name about 75% of the time.  If I want a pink polish, I will look through every bottle until I find one with a name that amuses me.  I am also that person that will choose a book based on the cover or the title.  I have read some really great books using this method. 

I started realizing there could be themes to the nail polishes I have...one being cocktails.  This post was a fun one to research and play with the different colors.  I am sure the cosmetic lady at Walgreen's thought I was completely crazy but ask me if I care.  It was for research purposes!

During last summer, I decided to treat myself to a manicure.  I knew I wanted a bright pink but not neon.  Then I found it...OPI Strawberry Margarita!  It was the right shade of pink-cute but not overbearing.  I ended up buying it yesterday so that I could do my toes when the rain finally stops!  In case you are now craving a margarita, check out this Thirsty Thursday post for recipes! 

 

I currently have my nails painted two different colors.  I couldn't decide which one I liked better so I used both.  They are both from Essie.  The first is called Peach Daiquiri.  It is definitely bright but not so overwhelming.  I am not a big neon nail color girl and I still like the brightness of this one.  The other is Mojito Madness.  It is a deep mint color and looks great with Peach Daiquiri.  Both are great for summer!  Once you get your nails painted and dried, be sure to make a Frozen Peach Diaquiri or a Mojito. 

 

I have two last colors that are not in my collection but still really cute.  One is a nude (which I don't wear.  I am pale enough!) and a gray color that I haven't be able to find.

 

 

(photo from imabeautygeek.com)

Cocktails and Coco is really cute but like I said I am pale enough.  I paint my nails so that I have a little color.  I don't need my nails tanner than my legs and arms!

(photo from lacqueredlover.com)

 

Cocktail Bling is adorable!  I love grey polish.  I have looked and looked for it but each store I have been to, it was sold out.  I guess it's pretty popular.  I am adding some simple cocktail recipes for your enjoyment as well.

 

By the weekend gets here, your nails will be looking good and you will have a few new drink recipes to try out on your friends!

Hugs y'all,

Melissa 

 

Make up Monday- "Anti-Pinch" Polish

                 

I have a confession.  I really like green.  It looks really good on redheads.  It symbolizes spring and new beginnings.  Green comes in many great shades so it's hard to pick just one.  Green nails are the easiest way to keep the pinchers away next week!!  That's why I picked a few different shades of green nail polish for this Monday's beauty post.  

                

1.  "Rise & Shine" by Sinful Colors ($1.99):  This one is great.  It's a bright Kelly green that really pops when paired with a lighter color like mint.  The Sinful Colors line is cheap and found at most drugstores.  

2.  "Emerald Cut" by Hard Candy ($4.00):  A little pricier but I still found it at Walmart.  It's a beautiful shade of emerald green.  Some "emerald green" polishes look black but not this one.  It has just enough sparkle but not overbearing.  Plus the Hard Candy label brought back memories of my late teens.  Remember when it came with a little ring?!

3.  "Shop Mintage" by Nicole by OPI ($5.97):  This one is our most expensive on the list.  I needed a cute mint for spring.  This one definitely fit that "need."  It has more green than blue.  Some mint colors have too much blue for me.  I love this one paired with a dark green like emerald.

4.  "Lucky Charming" by Pure Ice ($1.97):  Another great cheapy!  I would describe this one as a glittery sour apple color.  Super cute but requires a few coats to get a solid coverage. 

I hope you find the perfect shade before March 17th!!!

Hugs y'all,

Melissa