GORGEOUS! VAIL, COLORADO.

My husband, JOHN BRYSON, and I arrived in GORGEOUS VAIL, COLORADO today for the ACTS 29 Pastor's Retreat.  Vail is beautiful in the summer!  We are staying at the wonderful CASCADE SPA RESORT and, you really must plan to visit soon!  

Photo Credit:  VAIL

Photo Credit:  VAIL

Photo Credit:  VAIL CASCADE

Photo Credit:  VAIL CASCADE

SPINACH AND EXOTIC FRUIT SALAD
From: Creme de Colorado Cookbook


* You all know....I am a huge collector and fan of JUNIOR LEAGUE cookbooks!  you cannot go wrong with the recipes!  You can purchase this one easily at AMAZON.  DELICIOUS recipes! 

Ingredients

• 8 cups baby spinach
• 1 papayas, peeled and cut into 1/2 , pieces 1 mango, peeled and cut into 1/2, pieces
• 1 cup strawberries, sliced
• 1 kiwi, sliced

SESAME and POPPY DRESSING

• 1/3 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
• 1 1/2 teaspoons grated onions
• 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 cup cider vinegar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil

Directions

Combine all dressing ingredients except oil in blender and blend until well combined. Slowly drizzle in oil until dressing is thickened and set aside.  Mix spinach and fruits when ready to serve and add dressing and toss. NOTE: If dressing is prepared ahead and refrigerated, be sure to take it out before serving as it will be too thick to toss, let sit out at room temperature so it can reliquify.

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BEACH HOUSE DESIGN

I have been reflecting this week on beach house design.  We are staying here in MYRTLE BEACH, SOUTH CAROLINA,and, the views of the ocean and the beautiful sand are stunning.  A beach house should be filled with a lot of light and, the paint and furniture should be such that it makes you want to sit and read a book and relax, all day long. 


The beach house spaces below inspire me and, I hope you enjoy them.  Take time to visit one of the many GORGEOUS American beaches this summer.  You will love it!  US BEACHES .

Photo Credit:  COASTAL LIVING

Photo Credit:  COASTAL LIVING

Photo Credit:  COASTAL LIVING

Photo Credit:  COASTAL LIVING

Photo Credit:  COASTAL LIVING

Photo Credit: VERANDA

Photo Credit:  VERANDA

Photo Credit:  VERANDA

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FLAIR IN NEW YORK CITY

NEW YORK CITY!  One of my TOP FAVORITE places on earth!  We arrived yesterday afternoon, I am thankful to be able to 'tag' along as my husband is working here the next two days.  What is it about NEW YORK that I am OBSESSED with?  As I write this, I am facing a sidewalk on busy 49th Avenue.  There are people from ALL over the world in this great city, and, from every culture.   There is no better place to watch people than right here!  I could sit here all day!  Do not worry....I will not sit too long, because, although this is my 20th visit (in my best recollection) to this AMAZING city, I have some shopping to get to. Not so much BUYING, but, I absolutely LOVE to window shop and, visit my favorite stores on the famous 5th Avenue.  These FABULOUS and LARGE stores 'feed' my creative side and, INFUSE me with all sorts of ideas for the season.  From wonderful colors to ALL of the amazing design in the stores and restaurants, when I depart in two days, my "CREATIVE CUP" will be overflowing with new ideas!!


I have a very extroverted personality, but, I ADORE being alone here. I enjoy walking the streets, being lost in my thoughts and, taking time to absorb EVERY detail, from century old churches to the MOST FABULOUS shoes by mega designers, I cannot get ENOUGH!  


Last night, we ate at a very famous and tasty Italian Restaurant, called CARMINE'S.  This legendary eatery is a MUST for you to visit, the next time you are here.  

The entrees are served in family style portions.   We split one order and,
even took a take out container with us. 

There are several locations, but, this one, located at 91st and Broadway, is the original. 

Ahhhh!  Assorted bread basket, EXCELLENT! 

Without question, this pasta dish was the BEST I have had in YEARS!  Angel hair pasta with their signature white sauce, plump shrimp and fresh roasted garlic pods, cooked to PERFECTION!  

Their service is IMPECCABLE!  

STAY TUNED FOR MORE POSTS FROM NEW YORK CITY!  I AM INSPIRED!!  

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Fountainebleau Hotel

I want to dream all day in these cabanas.

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Fountainebleau Hotel

These "stairs to nowhere" at the Fountainebleau Hotel in Miami were flashtastic!

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