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How To Look Good In An Orange Housecoat - Time To Party At The Virtual Girls Night Out!

Ann Again... and again Virtual Girls Night Out!

 *The Friday night blog party is on!  Time for the Virtual Girls Night Out.  It's a party and a blog hop in one!  Relax, put on your fuzzy slippers, make yourself a cocktail (Guest Bartender's tonight - One Martini At A Time!) and join the fun.  Leave a comment so we know you've stopped by.  We'll be sure to visit your blog and say 'Happy Virtual GNO!'*

 Time For Some Tunes!

 Phillip Phillips "Gone, Gone, Gone"

I have 3 favorite American Idols;  Kelly Clarkson, David Cook and Phillip Phillips.  (I don't know why David Cook didn't catch on after his win.  He really tried on the touring circuit but it just didn't click.  His cover of Mariah Carey's "Always Be My Baby" is fantastic!)  Do you still stick around for American Idol?  Or, have you left and moved toward The Voice?  


Time For A Cocktail!

Our bartenders tonight are Carri Brown and Jessica Torres, famously known as the creators of the terrific blog "One Martini At A Time".  The stars shined brightly when these two connected.  Their enthusiasm for a well crafted cocktail is obvious when see their delicious recipes and beautiful photos.  (I happen to think a well-lit martini is quite lovely.)  Enjoy!

Cocktail Recipes

Ingredients:
2 ounces Whipped Cream Vodka
1½ ounces fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 ounce grenadine
¼ to ½ ounce simple syrup
Lemon wheel and maraschino cherry for garnish
Preparation:
Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.  Shake and strain into a martini glass.  Garnish with lemon wheel and maraschino cherry.

To check out more offerings visit the site One Martini At A Time.  Cheers!


Time For A Party Game!

Let's say we're famous.  Let's say we're invited to an important formal event.  Fill in the blanks using the chart prompts.

I was drinking champagne and getting ready for my big night out. After putting on my (#1)__________ gown I noticed a huge stain on the front. I screamed at my assistant to find another dress immediately. In this town, at this time of day, all she could find last minute was a (#2)__________. 

I took what I could get and made the best of it. And it turns out I rocked it! I was on everybody's Best Dressed list. It probably had nothing to do with the fact that my date was (#3)_____________.

#1 First letter of the city you live in:

A - E = Red Sequined
F - J = Silver Sheath
K - O = Lavender Chiffon
P - T = Black Strapless
U - Z = White Silk

#2 Month you were born:

Jan. - Mar. = Brown Velour Jumpsuit
Apr. - June = Purple MuuMuu
July - Sep. = Orange Housecoat
Oct. - Dec. = Yellow Swimsuit Cover-Up

#3 First letter of your first name:

A - E = George Clooney
F - J = Hugh Jackman
K - O = Ryan Gosling
P - T = Johnny Depp
U - Z = Channing Tatum

So, whattaya wearing?  (I wonder how many of you will change the spelling of your first name to get the guy you want? ;-> )

Have fun at our Friday night party, the Virtual Girls Night Out!  Leave your blog link in a comment so we know you've stopped by, we'll visit you with a 'Happy VGNO!' :->

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