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The secret is out: My new favorite liqueur is featured in today’s New York Times! I discovered St-Germain earlier this month while having dinner at Taste with Stephanox. She ordered a drink aptly named the St. Germain, and we were so intrigued by the flavor that we had to ask the waiter about the ingredients.… Continue reading summer love affair with elderflower liqueur | SIMA

This ice cream photo by Raymond Hom is so delish — and perfect for National Ice Cream Day! In 1984, Ronald Regan deemed July National Ice Cream Month, but I received an email from Cold Stone Creamery proclaiming today, July 14, National Ice Cream Day… which means I can indulge guilt-free in a “scoopini” from… Continue reading happy national ice cream day | SIMA

Could this past week have been any hotter? It was literally 105 degrees in Omaha on Wednesday, and breathing outside was actually difficult. I’m jealous of the couple in the photo above, who look like they’re about to jump into that dazzling aquamarine water. Some faves from around the web: Ugly scarf, beautiful model. Does… Continue reading link up | SIMA

After dropping off my mom and grandma at the airport (sniff) yesterday, I spent the rest of the afternoon being productive. Here’s what I accomplished in a two-hour window: Returned this quilt and matching shams to Target and picked up a couple of “essentials,” including a workout tank that I now have to go back… Continue reading how much is that husky in the window? | SIMA

In an effort to save money and eat more healthfully, I’ve started bringing my lunch and an afternoon snack to work rather than buying. (I’m sorry, but even though Subway is quasi-healthy, it’s still fast food in my opinion.) The food I pack is not very exciting. Typically I’ll eat a sandwich on wheat bread… Continue reading saving money, saving the earth | SIMA

Once upon a time I blogged at Elizabeth Anne Designs Living. After a brief hiatus to deal with life, I’m back and writing about what I’ve been up to the past 4 months. Curious? Click here to check it out — and don’t forget to comment and join the conversation! (image source)

Saturday morning I took Basic Flow at Lotus House of Yoga, a new yoga studio in Omaha. The class description on their website reads: Basic Flow A class built for the beginners and brand new yogis! Learn the foundations of a healthy yoga practice that will energize the body and vitalize the mind. The one… Continue reading lotus house of sweat | SIMA

Inspired by Mackenzie’s “experimanicure,” I had an appointment last Saturday — the day that J left — for a CND Shellac manicure. Unfortunately, I was emotionally exhausted from the morning and fell asleep on the couch after lunch, missing my afternoon appointment. Oops. My rescheduled manicure was yesterday afternoon. Although it’s a bit more expensive… Continue reading a 14-day manicure | SIMA

One week into my 14-day manicure, nine nails look practically perfect. But yesterday, only six days in, the polish on the middle finger of my right hand started lifting up at the corner. Naturally, I had to pick it. I couldn’t help myself. Truthfully, I’m disappointed. I was banking on CND’s promise of flawless edge… Continue reading 9 out of 10 ain’t bad | SIMA

One of my goals for the summer to start practicing yoga regularly. Currently I do sun salutations and other pretzel-like poses… never. I have a couple of 10-year-old yoga DVDs gathering dust in my basement; I’m not disciplined enough to workout at home. I prefer working out with an instructor or trainer who can interact… Continue reading say om! | SIMA