Author Archives: prettyplainjanes

crunchy black bean tacos

I have a friend who finds Mexican fare to be far too simple.  He proclaims “it is merely beans and cheese with random other ingredients held together in a flour or corn vessel.”  While I adore my friend I do … Continue reading

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jalapeño cilantro margarita

Earlier this week Shan showed off her tantalizing tequila lime cookies. Lime, coarse salt and booze – not exactly a “wash down with milk” kind of treat. If you went through all the trouble of making cookies (and there’s a … Continue reading

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the sweetest surprise

A few days back, Adelynn and I were rummaging through some old books when I came across a floral journal that I hardly even remember owning.  I sat down, and began flipping through it and instantly realized what it was.  … Continue reading

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tequila lime cookies for cinco de mayo

I have only experienced a tequila shot a few times in my life.  The first time, in a gross frat house- the second at a Mexican restaurant on my birthday, with a ridiculous sombrero on my head and people around … Continue reading

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simple steps to fabulous brows

As women, we have all heard the scenario, “you wake up late and have five minutes to get ready.. what do you throw on your face?”  Most people answer with mascara, blush or lip-gloss.  Not me.  For years and years … Continue reading

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