Love those Fall Colors

Do you love all the fall colors as much as I do? Everything blends together so well. . . .the air is crisp and clean. . . and oranges, browns, reds, khakis and tans never looked so good together! Be sure to buy yourself at least one new fall item and get on the Autumn bandwagon!

I Love Fall 2 by NJgolfblue

What is "Dokedo" naturally scented play putty?

In my online travels over the wk-end, I came across several unusual products! One of these looks to yummy to resist!

"Dokedo™ (doe-key-doe ) naturally scented play putty is a natural way to enhance mood, relieve stress, and help concentration, mind, body and soul. It stretches, rolls, drips, bounces, breaks, twists, molds, textures, crackles, bubbles, bends, snaps and smells great! Dokedo™ is fun and relaxing for kids and adults" ~ so says the Dokedo™ website! Wow ~ sounds cool! Don't we all remember playing with Silly Putty in our younger days? Well this is just a modernized version of that old beloved glob! This naturally scented play putty comes in wonderful colors and scents and is packaged in fun little containers. I can't wait to try some out . . . . . . first I have to decide on which one of those lucious smells I want . . . . . Citrus Circus . . . . Boy O Boysenberry . . . . Hello Marshmellow. . . . . .?????

It's officially Autumn!

WooHoo ~ Summer's already over and it is officially Fall! Can't believe it! I love Fall and the way the air looks and smells ~ so crisp and clean. . . Hmmmmmm! However, just so you know, I don't wish to hurry the winter season upon us! On that note, the cooler days are coming whether we like it or not! Be prepared and look Chic at the same time with a pair of the fun magic gloves from OLLIE MCKAY'S Chic Boutique ~ These come in lots of cool colors! They are warm and fun to wear ~ I always get so many comments on them! So take a peek and grab a pair or two ~ OLLIE has put them on sale so you can get a pair for yourself and give one as gift too!

Highlighted in Weekly Blogmania Post!

ShesDaily.com has highlighted our very own Ollie McKay's Blog in their weekly blogomania post ~ WooHoo! Thanks Mara and ShesDaily.com! Appreciate the attention ~ something we can all use a little more of ~ right??!! ShesDaily.com is a great place to visit for the Insider's Guide to what women are doing online ~ Fashion, Beauty, Shopping, Style, Gifts, Travel and more. Get their widget & stay up to date on all that's hip! Happy over the hump day!

Be The Ball and more!

Golf Gals ~ You will love these ball markers! And for those of you who don't golf, but know someone who does ~ what a Fab gift idea! Click here "BE THE BALL~Gifts 4 U" to check out their website for all the cool stuff ~ Hat Clips & Ball Markers, Towels, Partyware, Sunglasses, Bling, Headcovers and lots more!



The little party tins are also so cute! Filled with Mints, Fruity Candy or golf tees & divot tool, they make a cool gift or tourney prize!

Love those Crystal Nail Files?? Then be sure to check out "95 & Sunny Glass Nail Files" ~ They have many styles to choose from, but my favorites are the small crystal nail files with tons of hand-painted pictures to choose from. For the golf gals, it would have to be this one!

And don't forget the Bag/Luggage Tags from "OLLIE MCKAY'S CHIC BOUTIQUE" ~ These are so much fun and look great tied onto a gift bag or wine bottle too! This one says "She Who Loves Golf" and is only $6.50!

HEALING THE CHILDREN

Good Morning! I am going in a totally different direction for this morning. If you came here today looking for shopping or golfing tips, it is not what you'll find! But I hope you'll stay and read on ~ and maybe even become involved in"Healing The Children"! (Click here for more info on this organization!)

My sister is presently on her 5th (!!) trip to El Salvador as a recovery team nurse on a team of medical professionals who are part of "Healing The Children" ~ a nonprofit, volunteer organization dedicated to healing children in the United States and around the world! Check out this team's Blog and see the wonderful things they are able to accomplish in a week's time! "Healing the Children El Salvador 2008" ~ Way to go Sissy and her team ~ Thanks for what you do!!!

Jewelry you DESERVE to own!

You deserve to own some pieces of incredible jewelry that make you feel like a star! I think we all should treat ourselves a few times in our lives to something very special ~ for me, this will be a piece from the collection of Wendy Newman Jewelry! While attending the "Occasion of the Arts" show in Virginia last year, I came across some of the most incredible jewelry I had ever seen. One artist in particular stood out ~ Wendy Newman Jewelry, out of Moab, Utah. Because her jewelry was a little pricey, I opted not to purchase any that day. Earlier this Spring, one of my friends showed up at a gathering with a beautiful necklace and I knew immediately it was a Wendy Newman design ~ and she was impressed that I knew the designer! I will be able to attend one of her shows this fall and I can't wait ~ saving all my birthday money this year for my special purchase to start my own collection of this awesome jewelry. My personal favorites are her necklaces in the "Component Collection in Silver and Gold"! So take a peek here at some of Wendy's jewelry and if ya have a few minutes, take the time to check out her website ~ It is "WendyNewmanJewelry.com" ! The selection of pieces includes necklaces, bracelets, earrings, pendants and pins ~ Enjoy and happy shopping!

Summer Flip-Flops & Sandals

Okay, so it is August already! But we still have lots of summer left! Anyhow, no worries as the weather gets cooler ~ I can often be found in the winter (Yes, I know, winters in Virginia aren't usually blizzard type conditions!) shopping at the local Fresh Market wearing nothing but one of my Fav flip-flops!! So get yourself a pair of stylin' sandals or flip-flops! This beaded style comes in three colors ~ and they are only $15.00 at "Sandals So Cute" !

"Just Married Wedding Flip Flops" will definitely add some fun and a little romance on your honeymoon or anytime you're on the beach! Each pair of these flip-flops leaves an impression in the sand with the words "Just Married", which is also printed on the plastic straps on top. Foam rubber soles are ¾" thick. On sale for only $9.95 at "WeDoWed.com"!!

Try Teva Ulani Flip Flops! I Love them ~ Totally comfortable ~ only $17.95 at "Shoes.com"

Everybody love the Havaiana Flip Flops! Havaianas are made of 100% Brazilian rubber, are super-comfy and come in exciting color combinations. A real steal at only $12.00 ~ find them at "SurfWearHawaii.com"!

Wow ~ Another Contest!

Another chance to win something ~ how can you resist? "SunEGirl Loves To Shop" is a great Blog, so hope you will take a peek and also enter her contest! Contest runs from July 17 until midnight on July 31st! Good Luck ~ Grandprize includes all of the following:
500 Entrecard Credits
Italian Charm Bracelet With 5 Charms
125x125 button on her blog for one month
$50.00 Target Gift Card

Click on "SunEGirl Loves To Shop" to get over there fast!

Amazing, new easy care, packable, crushable "Origami" shirts!

I have had several requests emailed to me regarding the Cool "Origami" tops. So, back by popular demand, here is one more blurb about these shirts! You will LOVE the amazing, new easy care, packable, crushable "Origami" shirts! I bought one (in Tangerine) and got so many compliments! Everyone wanted to know where to get one, so. . . . . Here you go: They are NOW available at OLLIE MCKAY'S Chic Boutique ~ Take a peek ~ Click on Pic for Info! Great for after Golf, these tops look good with jeans or good slacks and for traveling, you can't beat the easy care. They come in different colors and are available in 3/4 Sleeves or short sleeve. I also really love the black and white one!

Yummy Fun Jewelry!

Etsy has some fabulous, creative artists ~ If you haven't been there, PLEASE take a peek! One of my favorite things to browse for is jewelry and there is a huge selection on Etsy for any style you can imagine. One very cool Etsy site is "Out of The Pink Sky"! This artist also has a wonderful Blog called Out of The Pink Sky ~ "About my life and work as a jewelry designer" She is having her first Blog Giveaway right now ~ a random drawing will be held August 14. The give-away will be this fabulous pendant entitled "Helena." Check it out! Someone has to win ~ could it be you??!!

Pin-Up Lip Balms and MORE

Pin-Up Lip Balms ~ OK Girly Girls ~ Ya gotta try this stuff ~ It's awesome ~ REALLY!!! Little things that won't break the bank account, but they WILL make you feel wonderful!! I know I mentioned this in an earlier post, but I love this Lip Balm ~ for summer, you can't find anything more fun! Not a bad bargain at $4.00 ea.

Ballmania Lip Balm . . . . Well, OK . . . . there are some that look like just as much fun; however, I haven't actually tried them, soooo. . . .you're on your own if you decide to purchase!

With a SPF of 20 and $4.99 ea. ~ you can have lots of fun with these!

Badger Lip Balm . . .Say what???? I have it on good authority from a trustworthy source that this stuff is awesome. They sound "delicious", so I'm thinking they would feel wonderful on your lips and skin. These are a little more at $5.75 ea but they look worth it, don't you think??!!

It's Not All About Shopping!

Okay, "Girls Who Shop and Girls Who Golf" ~ while we do LOVE to Shop and some of us also love to Golf, we all know the basic concept of truly being grateful for each day of life we are given and each breath we take! In my golf readings this past week, I ran across some articles on an amazing man. (The best one was from the magazine "Executive Golfer".) His name is Jon Huntsman. His family includes his wife, 9 children and 56 grandchildren! He has written some marvelous books; including Winners Never Cheat and one subtitled Everyday Values We Learned as Children (But May Have Forgotten)!

The following are some of the best thoughts and themes that Mr. Huntsman has tried to give to people to help them live their lives by! *(Courtesy of The Publisher's Page, August 2008, Executive Golfer Magazine) These are very inspirational and yet at the same time, seem so simple! I hope each of you finds something that you can take from this little blurb and apply to your daily life ~ and encourage your children to do the same!

"Keep your word ~ Play by the Rules ~ Graciousness is next to godliness ~ Check you moral compass (often) ~ Know the obligation "To Give Back"!!

"Listening to people; paying attention to and respecting individuals no matter their particular station in life; seeking fulfillment not from a financial bottom line, but rather, from an abundant personal inventory of values that can inspire others and the world around you!"

Here's to the goodness in all of us ~ Happy Monday!

Golf Humor and Cool Golf Shoes

OKAY ~ First the Cool golf shoes and then the humor!!

If you are in need of some COOL new golf shoes for the summer ~ PLEASE take a look at Ebay.com ~ You will fund an abundance of brand new shoes at such GREAT prices!

In the Search browser, just type "golf shoes womens 7" (i.e. substitute "mens" or your own size) ~ I would love to hear from anyone that has tried these Croc Golf Shoes - they look very comfortable!

You have all heard of David Feherty ~ a former PGA tour member & now a writer and broadcaster. The following blurb was taken from one of his speeches and is sure to make you laugh! . . . . . Sorry it is rather long, but it is an excellent read!

"On the 14 years since CBS colleague Gary McCord was banned from the Masters: "They don't do comedy at the Masters. The Masters, for me, is like holding onto a really big collection of gas for a week. It's like having my buttocks surgically clenched at Augusta General Hospital on Wednesday, and surgically unclenched on Monday on the way to Hilton Head." ~ On his decision to give up his playing career in favor of a microphone: "When CBS came to me and asked me to do on-course commentary, I said, 'You know, I'm only 37, I still have hopes of [playing] a little better.' So they told me what they were going to pay me, and I said, 'You want to buy a set of clubs?' ~ On giving up alcohol: "I didn't quit drinking because I was a bad drunk. I quit because I was a spectacular drunk. It got to be like a video game, where you get to the highest level and it's not even a challenge." ~ On McCord's recent revelation, at the annual JCC Sports Awards banquet in Vancouver, that Tiger Woods' caddy Steve Williams and Feherty often try to outdo one another on the course in the area of flatulence, Feherty said: "Tiger is no slouch himself: "He can lay 'em down like a crop duster." On Gary Player's unsubstantiated suggestion last year about use of performance-enhancing drugs in pro golf: "Gary thinks he invented fitness because he used to do pushups on the airplane. He's just upset because you can't win a major any more with a low, flat hook and a Napoleon complex." ~ On the poor life advice Michelle Wie's parents have given the teenage phenom: "She could be adopted by Britney Spears and be better off. I want my 16-year-old daughter to have an enormous phone bill, a case of the giggles and to be pissed off at me for killing her first three boyfriends. I do not want her out on Tour under that kind of pressure." ~ On Phil Mickelson: >> "Phil is brilliant, but he's nuts. There's something not quite right about that boy. Phil is watching a movie that only Phil can see. His mother told me: "Phil was so clumsy as a little boy, we had to put a football helmet on him until he was four because he kept bumping into things.' I told her, 'Mary, Mary, I 'm a writer, you can't keep handing me material like this!!!' ~ So the next time I saw Phil I said, 'You didn't really wear a football helmet in the house until you were four, did you?' He said, 'It was more like five.' ~ On Tiger Woods: The first time he ever watched Woods play, Feherty examined the lie Tiger had in the trees, where he'd hit the ball into deep rough alongside a large root, and said on-air that the only available play was to wedge out sideways ~ Tiger promptly hit a towering 200-plus-yard, sweeping slice with a 2-iron that rolled to within 12 feet of the flag. "I just stood there watching him walk past," Feherty said, "and thinking, I don't know what that is, but I know there weren't two of them on Noah's Ark."

Happy 4th of July

Wow ~ June just scooted right on by! Has been a very hectic Spring and early Summer here, so I promise once I get back from our upcoming holiday wk-end . . . to start bring you some great new Convo for your body, spirit and checkbook!!

For the beach goers or anyone in need of a great way to keep track of the time this summer, better check out the COOL Martini Clock and Crab Clock at Ollie Mckay's Chic Boutique! These are "Cut-outs" and what a deal on them right now!!

Stay cool and stay sweet as you celebrate the Fourth of July and let us be very grateful for this nation that we live in!!