Stephanie Faris
SF: I always know when I click over to read Ro’s blog, I’m going to have a fun experience. I’ll see yummy food and fun stories about her life. On top of that, she always posts a relatable news item or story. So writing a guest post for her blog is challenging, since I know her readers are used to major entertainment when we click over here!
RO: Uh oh...I have to admit I was that tomboy who climbed fences, played sports and was generally banged up with broken bones and bruises most of my childhood. However, once I turned 16, I embraced my girliness and loved it!
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Cupcakes
SF: Okay, I’ll be honest. This indulgence can come in many forms. Cake, cookies, ice cream…you name it. But there’s something about little cupcakes covered a pound of icing that wins me over every time. Icing is my favorite part. Lately, though, I’ve discovered these miniature bundt cakes sold all around the area where I live. They’re amazing.
RO: Wow! I visited this site, and found out that this place is so well known for their cakes, that they are literally all over the country, not just Nashville. There's even one about 30 minutes away from me, here in NC! Thanks Stephanie for the extra goodies AND pounds! (lol)
Nail Art
SF: One of my favorite chapter book series, Sparkle Spa, is about girls who open a mini nail salon where they do mani-pedis for kids. I love that concept…and hate that I wasn’t the one who came up with it first! Nail art is one of my favorite things, but who has time to spend hours at the salon? Instead I buy these nail polish stick-ons and do my own.
RO: I thought that was a really good concept too, Steph. I've painted my nails on occasion, but I can't say this is something that excites me these days, despite having a million bottles of nail colors. By the way, don't ever try to paint my toe nails. I giggle so much that someone usually ends up being kicked like a donkey. (lol)
Traveling
SF: I tend to be a homebody and have to make myself travel. I miss my dog too much when I’m away. But when I do hit the road, I always realize how fun traveling is. I’ve been to Paris, London, Los Angeles, San Diego, New York, Washington DC, and a large number of other places. There’s so much of the U.S. I still want to see, I doubt I’ll do many overseas trips in my lifetime.
RO: Totally get it. I used to love to travel, and have done it for several years, but now, I'm content to stay close to home too. I'll bet you have some great stories to tell about Paris and London, huh?
Yummy Food
Nothing makes me happier than a good meal at my favorite Mexican restaurant. If it weren’t for my extreme love of food, I’d probably be a size two thanks to my other indulgence, walking. As it is, I have to walk five miles a day around a track just to be able to enjoy an occasional bean burrito with cheese sauce.
RO: As you know, I love trying good cheeseburgers, so when I can find unique recipes, that is totally fun and exciting! Amen to walking, which is what I'm supposed to be doing these days. *heh*. Girl, that's a lot of going around the track!
We're done eating and talking for the moment, but if you want to check out Stephanie's blog, or find out more about her books, take a peek below. Thanks Steph and BIG Hugs.... *Waving Bye*
http://stephie5741.blogspot.com/
I admit I'm not very girly, but I do envy those cool nails. I keep thinking I might try nailwraps, but I assume I will mess them up and then get all mad at myself. :/
ReplyDeleteI am with you Dianne. Not sure I have the patience, but they do look awesome! Yes, I am going to try the bakery. Their cakes look amazing.
DeleteThank you SO much for hosting me, Ro--and for all of your sweet words! You made my week!!! Try Nothing Bundt Cakes and let us know how you like them. The little cakes are the best. You can buy a dozen--they're perfect for birthdays and other celebrations.
ReplyDeleteDianne--Incoco is SOOOO easy. They also sell them at Walmart now under the name "Coconut." I think the ones on Incoco.com are cheaper. You just stick them on, cut off the excess, and you have nail polish without even having to dry it. It comes right off with nail polish remover. Put a coat of topcoat on every day or two and it'll last 10 days.
Oops--"Coconut" aren't cheaper, they're better quality...that's what I meant to say!
DeleteOkay, now I'm hungry for something sweet!!!! Congrats, Stephanie. I need these books for my grand son!!! He's only 2 but loves us to read to him and loves books!
ReplyDeleteSweets this early are sure to burned off by this afternoon, right?Lol Thanks for stopping by to say hello. Hugs to you, Cathrina.
DeleteRo's blog is rarely good for your diet. But you can't gain weight just by looking at treats, right?
DeleteI was entertained.
ReplyDeleteHow could you do anything with those Batman nails on? Good for stabbing I guess.
My wife was a tomboy as well, so not a lot of girly stuff in our house.
Yeah, I don't do long nails. The "in" thing right now is short, but even if long nails come back in style, you won't see them on me. You can't type with long nails!
DeleteI have tried the long nail thing which is usually a disaster! Lol They are fun to look at though.
DeleteThose cupcakes remind me of my weakness for muffins -- especially blueberry muffins!
ReplyDeleteYum! I haven't had a blueberry muffin in a long time.
DeleteI love chocolate chip muffins!
DeleteI was definitely more girly. I didn't indulge in a lot of the things you mentioned, but I sucked at sports and hated watching them. I did play with dolls and not trucks, construction sets, etc., so I definitely could not be called a tomboy.
ReplyDeleteI don't even watch sports now. Just not all that interested in it.
DeleteI was a weird tomboy, because I still loved my Barbie dolls. Still collect them now.I have been watching the Olympics a lot. Thanks for stopping by Hugs..
DeleteI'm girly and I love those nails. I'm way to old for them, but wow they are cool.
ReplyDeleteI'm also very hungry. All the food has my mouth watering.
Have a fabulous day. ☺
I'm 45, so you're never too old! Nail art is fun!
DeleteI always love checking out food places and recipes, and some of those nails are totally fun! Thanks for stopping by Sandee! Hugs...RO
DeleteFantastic post, ladies! Also mouth-watering. I was always way too tanned and barefoot with a weakness for peanut butter cups. Grandma had to hide them ;-)
ReplyDeleteThe candy drawer was the best part of going to your grandparents', though!
DeleteYay to peanut butter cups, Deidre! So glad you came over for a visit! hugs...
DeleteGirl we just got a Nothing Bundt Cakes! Yum!!
ReplyDeleteI tried it when I still worked in an office--a guy had one near his house and brought some in for my birthday. We got one near us early this year and that's now my go-to birthday cake place.
DeleteYou know this is the place to go when people from all over the country rave about the food! Hugs...and thanks for stopping by MilitaryPugWife!
DeleteTotal tomboy here from 5-14 years of age. But once I got my period and grew boobs, I was like ruh roh, can't be catching footballs anymore. That hurts! lol
ReplyDeleteI never could catch footballs, so I guess that made the transition easier!
DeleteLOL! Diane, you sound so much like me, and brings back lots of memories. So glad you stopped by to say hello! hugs...RO
DeleteWhat a fun interview. Such delicious food. I need a snack now. Like the fingernails. Must try them. I was a girly-girl. Now I'm a girly-grandma. Love the book covers. Thanks for the entertainment.
ReplyDeleteBeing a girly-grandma is a good thing!!! It makes you a fun grandma.
DeleteWho doesn't love a fun grandma, right? Thanks for stopping by Beverly! Hugs...RO
DeleteHow fun! I am familiar with Stephanie's blog. You are so right about all the great posts she puts up there.
ReplyDeleteStephanie, thanks for sharing some of your favorite things. Wowsers the cake store sounds neat!
Stephanie's blog is phenomenal and always keeps me entertained. Even better, she's a really great person to know. Hugs....
DeleteFun post! I always mixed feelings about traveling and leaving my dogs, too.
ReplyDeleteI learned quite a bit and had fun, too. Thanks for stopping by Yvonne! Hugs...RO
DeleteCake! I love cake. But my sister's cake-making skills have spoiled me for boxed cake mix, which used to be my go-to. I'll probably be making them from scratch more often in the future. (I make a great carrot cake, by the way.)
ReplyDeleteI love traveling, too, but hate leaving the kitties behind. But they would be miserable if I brought them, so it's better to leave them to the loving care of one of our regular cat-sitters.
I don't go as crazy for cake as I do for cheeseburgers, (lol), but sometimes I crave something sweet and yummy! I'm jealous that you have a sister right there to handle your sweet tooth as needed. I know what you mean about cats. Most people think that Persians are laid back and lazy, but once I took a trip for a week and someone else had to watch her. When I came back, my 2 favorite pair of shoes were torn to shreds. Taught me a valuable lesson to take her with me or to shorten my trips. (lol) Thrilled that you stopped by to say hello. Hugs...
DeleteLOL if it means cupcakes I'll totally be girlie girl in a grown ups body. Lots of fun things for sure :)
ReplyDeleteThis was a fun interview and totally adore Steph. Cupcakes are neat, too!
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