How to Make a Minty Easter Cake

…Infused with delicious! After wearing my “Piece of Cake” tee in my Meeting Men Monday Pillow Talk video, I got the urge to bake a cake for an Easter party. My cousin Tina, the Cake Queen, gave me tips. Tina says using a box cake mix is nothing to be ashamed of. But you need an excellent one. Her favorite …

Emma Watson Style Crush

After featuring Emma Watson and her makeup artist on Beauty Trend Tuesday, and seeing how ravishing she looked at the London Noah premiere, I decided to blog about her gown. After all, this is a celebrity-centric week on my site and Emma is a celebrity full of style. Unfortunately, we can’t just snap up Emma’s ethereal gown because it’s a …

No Horsing Around Here

The 66 gorgeous horses in Odysseo – the traveling fantastical production by Cavalia – mean business. They move in elaborate patterns, often carrying acrobatic riders, at times under the canopy of trapeze artists, and always with elegance. The audience is transported to a mystical world where every moment is a visual tour de force. Horses gallop down a 35-foot mountain …

Deceptively Healthy Smoothie

From cooking with Jencen, I’ve been inspired to get creative and search out fun recipes. Everyone always says, “Get your beauty rest.” But how about eating your beauty foods? They are the ones that leave your body strong and healthy. This spinach-based smoothie is scientifically proven to increase bone health and decrease the risk of high blood pressure—but it doesn’t …

Giving in Guatemala

When most people think of spring break, their minds flash to exotic sunsets, colorful drinks, and dancing. Without booking a reservation at a hot resort, college students can get all that while making a difference in people’s lives. A week isn’t too short to help make dreams come true. Through programs like Alternative Spring Break, students can travel, participate in …

An Oscar-Worthy Soirée

If you’d like to throw an Oscar-viewing party that will shine like the stars, here are some ideas. Walk the Red Carpet. Run a red carpet up to your front door and snap pics of guests as they enter in style. You can buy red carpet runners at party stores for under $8, or go to a fabric store and …

Get Your Rizz On!

Most of us could never become our nation’s most-decorated alpine skier like Bode Miller, dominate women’s Olympic snowboarding slopestyle like Jamie Anderson, or win the first US Olympic gold in ice dancing like Charlie White and Meryl Davis—and after yesterday’s stunt, we all know I couldn’t:) But everyone can enjoy getting fit. These girls got into character for a Fire …

Don’t Try This at Home Friends

Apparently, the Olympic broadcast needs this disclaimer. After watching the awe-provoking lifts done by the figure skating pairs, I decided to try a few of those moves myself. I was certain that I was taking all necessary precautions by attempting the wimpy starter version…aka partner-less, on a mat. What could go wrong when the legit athletes were several feet in …

Five-Star Entrée with Five Aphrodisiacs

Who could top that for a Valentine dinner? If your relationship has entered monotonous mode, this concoction should send it sizzling tout de suite. And if your romance is already on fire, the dish is sure to ignite more sparks. I’d love to take credit for coming up with this creation, but it all goes to Jencen. The meal is …

Kaleidoscope of Plants and Art

Ferocious perseverance is what took world-famous glass-and-metal artist, Ginny Ruffner, from a near-fatal auto accident to an against-all-odds recovery and reemergence on the global art stage. I will be forever grateful for knowing her and helping to build her garden at the acclaimed Northwest Flower & Garden Show—running now through February 9th at Seattle’s Convention Center. Ginny’s garden, Artful Delight, …

Black Cod en Papillote

It’s not every day that a girl gets to learn how to cook French cuisine from an award-winning chef. Here are the steps to creating the delicious Black Cod en Papillote. My favorite one is last… Eat it! All you need to impress your friends with this entrée is to follow Jencen’s simple steps. Here’s your shopping list to make …

We All Know What the Hawk Says

WIN WIN WIN!!! The celebratory screaming in Seattle is taking over the town. It won’t stop until sunrise. Then we’ll only take a temporary pause during work…that is if we go to work…and we’ll crank the party back up in the evening. We are so proud of our boys!

Get Ready for Super Bowl

Super Bowl mania is at fever pitch, so it’s the perfect time to call in the Triplets of Boom, a secret dancing Seahawks Fan Squad! https://instagram.com/p/j2DIssCfGG/ As you can see, I’m ridiculously hyped for the game. Here are some tips for showing your team spirit regardless of who you are cheering on…but it’d better be the Seahawks 😉 Team Pride …

Bonding with Defensive Backs

Who’s excited for the Super Bowl? It could be a tough game with heavy snow, fierce wind, and superstars on both teams. So I’m prepping to help out my boys – the Seahawks – should Chancellor get injured;) Just kidding! If I were really standing in for our strong safety, there would be nothing safe about the game. But I …

True Friendship Isn’t Fleeting

Few things in life last, but true friendship is one of them. Regina, a close friend from our Vanderbilt days, just sent me pictures of her new baby wearing the tutu-inspired dress I gave her. Knowing this little one’s mom, I’m sure she’s in for many high adventures. Regina is creative, zany and spontaneous. I’ll never forget the first time …