Three Haute Mamas

No more shopping?? Maybe.. but it's definitely time to start to get your cook on... or at least think about it!!

Hi My fellow Haute Mamas!!! It's  Christina...

And if your not done shopping.. I am done to have all of you shopping... Being that I am still one of the CRAZY ones that still work in retail.. why is it that everyone has decided it's christmas this weekend? Did you or your family members NOT get the memo that Christmas is the same day every year?? Why does everyone wait to the week before.. I had staff, product and hours 3 weeks ago waiting for you... and like every year you all wait till the week of.  So those of you that are done shopping (thank you!!) and are starting to think about what you will be cooking and/or bringing to your families houses on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day,  I have an amazing SALAD that I have been in charge of making for EVERY family event.... I mean EVERY..  I am even known for the salad at Bella's play group... But I must confess... It's really not my recipe it's a dear old friend's Judy. So get your pens ready...

Pear Salad

3 heads of Romaine lettuce chopped

3 Pears peeled, cored and chopped

1 large cucumber

2 containers of crumbled gorgonzola cheese (other crumbled cheeses optional..use your fav)

shredded carrots and red cabbage

grilled chicken (optional.. I do it for lunches or if it's my main meal) 

Wacky Walnuts

1 large bag (12oz) walnuts 

3 egg whites

1 cup splenda (sugar substitute, you may use granulated sugar)

1/2 cup brown sugar

1 tablespoon of cinnamon

1/2 tablespoon of nutmeg

Beat egg whites to a frothy state in large bowl. Mix nuts into egg whites covering evenly.  In small bowl mix dry ingrediants. Mix dry ingrediants evenly over nuts. Place nuts evenly onto baking sheet that is covered with aluminum foil!!! (if you do not use aluminum you will have a mess to clean up)!!  Bake for 15 minutes at 400 degrees F., Flip nuts to other side and bake for another 15 minutes. (depending on ovens, you may have to cook longer or a lesser time, the nuts should brown a bit). Put the the side to cool so you can add to salad at end.

Sweet Balsamic Salad Dressing

1 part olive oil

1 part balsamic vinegar

1/2 part maple syrup (must be real not aunt jemima syrup that is used for pancakes)

Mix or shake very well before covering salad. Toss salad!!!

So all my Haute Mamas... from my kitchen to yours a recipe made from great ingrediants and great LOVE. I hope all of you have a wonderful happy safe holiday with all that you love. I hope you get everything you ever dreamed of and a little more (maybe a new Gucci handbag??)

XOXO Christina

 

 

An Elf Story.........

 

Hello Mamas,

I thought with the craziness this week brings, last minute shopping, wrapping, cooking, bribing your sons to wear their Holiday School Concert attire! Ugh!!! My Lord  I think I promised them a Red Rider Beebee gun? Anyhoot, I thought I would take a stab at writing something that would make you laugh today.

Can we talk about the Elf? The oh so adorable Elf on a Shelf! Now, this Mama has had her Elf for three years now, his name is Jack. Three years ago I staged a delivery from the North Pole to my children. When they opened the box it was The Elf on a Shelf, the kids were so excited... we read the book and they decided to name him Jack. I felt like the best mom in the world! I brought this wonderful tradition to my home and my children and future grandchildren for years to come......

I have every letter my children have written to him, recently my daughter Caroline and son Ryon wrote this to Jack.... I missed what went down and why these notes were written as I was never to see them.. only for Jack.. AHEM! I can only imagine!!

 

 

 

Hear is the catch and what I didn't know about this adorable Elf. He will turn parents and grandparents everywhere into pathalogical liars. Okay, that sounds a bit harsh how about Domestic little fibbers! Ha! better!!! The first fib I told was he turns magic when you name him. Second was he will lose his magic if you touch him, third was  (Because some nights I forget to move him) he didn't move last night because the winds were to strong for him to make his trip to the north pole, or you kids got lucky Jack is giving you another chance to be good before he reports to Santa! Recently I was asked by my daughter in Barnes and Noble why are they selling Jack? I thought he came from Santa? Oh that was an Academy Award winning Fib! yes, there have been millions told. This can't be good for my Karma BUT.......

                                                                                    Holiday 2009

 

to see the excitement still three years later when they wake up searching the house to see where he decided to sit for the new day. I hear " I found him! I found him!" or to read every heart felt letter they write to him. I have a feeling like Andy from Toy Story, when that day comes when they no longer believe in Jack's Magic and it is time to pack him away it will pull on my heart strings just a bit. My wish to Jack when that day comes  is that I will see him again one day as my hope is to have a home filled with Grandchildren that will visit my home on Christmas and to hear my children tell theirs about Jack the magic Elf.

 

XO Kimberly

 

 

 

If Santa's sack was indeed magic.........

Hello Mamas,

Kate called me the other day and said " Okay, we are going to do a post featuring our dream wish lists for Santa!" Oooooooo! I thought this could be funnnnn!!

So if Santa's sack was indeed magic and he thought I was really, really, really good this year. This is what I would ask for.....

Does that magic reindeer dust work on children? I would love.....My kids to have a clean bill of health and always be clean and tidy and smiling at me!!! Oh ya and a response or action after the first time I ask! Holla

 

Could you wave your magic wand and remodel my Kitchen for me? I'm sorry your right Santa that is the Fairy Godmother. oops! Well, do you have any cabinets in your sack? I've been really good! 

 

Now can you define Good? Well then a new 2011 Toyota Sequoia would be most appreciated! I'm currently driving a 2002 Toyota Sequoia! Thats another post for another day but can I just say... Best car eva'h!!!!!!

 

 My kids and I would love and really need a trip to the Bahamas! Atlantis Resort will do just fine!! 

 

Last but not least Wes Welker? I mean a Super Bowl Victory for the Patriots maybe some tickets!!!! Ya! Thats what I mean!!!!! Wink! Wink!!!!!

Oooo one more thing! I know.. giggle giggle I don't ask for much Santa! This amazing Versace gown to wear to oh say.... The Ellie Fund Oscar Night Gala! It would compliment Wes Welker's eyes nicely! Lol!!

 

Santa baby... Now hurry down the chimney tonight!!!!!

XO Kimberly

Dear Santa, I tried. All I want for Christmas is.... Love, Kate

Dear Santa, 

I put my best foot forward.  A high heeled foot forward no less.   I even scaled back on my list (fingers crossed behind back).  All I want for Christmas is....

I'd love a vacation!  A trip someplace warm, and down under?  Perhaps a nice suite at the Four Seasons I wonder? 

I'll need a new suitcase, and I know just the one, a little number by Louis Vuitton.  

Oh Santa, a girl needs a dress so she can shine under that tree.  No, make that a girl needs a dress, to out shine the whole darn par-ty.

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I peeked in my (Wolford) stocking, and oh what a surprise!  All kind of electronics...and they all started with "i"!

 

You know I love my products, so load me up with all that you can- sedu, Armani, and Tweezerman

 

 

oooo..and Santa Baby.  I forgot to mention one little thing.  

A ring!

Pinkie promise...I'll try harder next year.  

 

Loves you Santa! Meet you under the mistetoe. xoxo Kate

 

 

 

'tis the season for holiday parties! Go haute or kick it up a nautch

I love this dress, yet I realize it may not be for everyone.  Someone who isn't a heels and short dress person might shy away from it, but like the dress, life is short.  Add some leggings and flats, and you've got yourself one haute mama, not to mention a comfortable mama!  

For the dress lover, a pair of high heels, some tights (optional! Self tanner works wonders just as well.) and you've got another haute look.  Finish both looks with a wrap or faux fur coat, and loads of fabulous jewelry, both real and costume, and you should be haute to trot! 

go haute or take it up a nautch by threehautemamas featuring rounded toe shoes

Enjoy the season mamas, and don't forget your best accessory....your smile! 

 

On the second day of Holiday Mr. UPS gave to me... FOUR...

I am loving this gift however......                                                                           

holiday's are hard for the newly divorced mama. I'm okay but sometimes it hits me like losing my grandfather this past Thanksgiving Day. My children were in Virginia with their dad and I was driving home from my aunts... alone and sad. Now onto holiday, thankfully with four little ones at home and lots of parties to attend I make the most of this time of year as it is My Favorite Holiday. However, Christmas eve does come and after the kids are in bed.......... 

I love this gift and if I were in a relationship or married it would be mine! So I thought to put a different twist on it. I am getting one for each of my children's beds that say... Mom ... always kiss me goodnight. 

To this post thats my happy ending!

XO Kimberly

 

 

Haute stuff for the iPod lover

Dear Cyber Monday, mamas head on over to Apple and score some haute savings on accessories for your Apple gadgets from the hautest designers.  Haute papas, take note-don't let the holidays sneak up on you like you do every year, you, too, are also are invited to the cyber party! Pick up some gifts for wifey, daugher, mom, and sister, and play super stud all Christmas day long!

Michael Kors Jet Set Case for iPad in Python Print-why yes, my iPad case does match my shoes

Michael Kors Wallet Clutch for iPhone in Black Patent-business on the outside, pure party on the inside.

Kate Spade new york Janine Notebook Carrying Case-in pink.  Well duhhh..what other color would you buy for the prepster in your life?

And finally for Mrs. Claus because Lord knows she does all the work

Cole Haan Small Leather Zip Wallet for iPhone

Glee-ming over Gwyneth Paltrow on Glee

I don't watch Glee but I watch Gwyneth.  Will I become a Gleek? Stay tuned...

 

Boston locals, spoil those golfers in your life with Ahead golf apparel

Who doesn't know a golfer? Husband? Boyfriend? Brother? Boss? You? Mom? My entire family golfs.  Everyone that is..but me.  Bleh I say.  Send me directly to the 19th hole.  Fortunately I have a little connection that keeps well dressed on and off the course.  My family and friends have also benefitted, and everyone knows, if the hat or shirt doesn't sport the Ahead logo, don't you dare.  

Ask any golfer and they will recognize the Ahead logo.  Found in every major country club, golf shop and PGA/USGA event around the world, Ahead is a leader in golf apparel.  The brand is represented on tour exclusively by one of the worlds best golfers, Retief Goosen and on the ladies tour by Britney Lincicome. 

Blah blah right? Golf schmolf you say.  Ok. Maybe only I say that.  Well starting this Saturday, Ahead, located in New Bedford, MA is starting their annual warehouse sale.  This is a crazy, sick sale that people actually line up for.  Inventory is priced to move and priced rock bottom-make that below rock bottom. The holidays will be here before you know it.  I'm not sure about you, but the men in my life are the hardest people to buy for.  It's usually a toss up between, oh, golf shirt, orrrr,  golf shirt.  Lord knows I'd never purchase say a club, or golf balls-what do I know about either one of those things.  Now clothes..clothes I know.  

In this economy, no one wants to go overboard financially, yet no one wants to skimp on showing appreciation.  Support a local company, and spoil your loved ones rotten.  And ladies, there's something for you and your girlfriends too.  The Kate Lord line has something for everyone on your list, teachers, bus drivers, babysitters, hairstylists, you name it....and while they may shun your home made kitchen goodies, no one turns down  Ahead/Kate Lord goodies.  

Store hours begin Saturday, November 13, and run through Friday, December 24.  For a complete listing visit the Ahead website

 

Mr + Mrs Matt Damon welcome Stella Zavala + we've got some haute gift ideas

The haute couple welcomed a baby girl, their fourth!, on Wednesday 10/20, and in case you were considering gift ideas (aside from a weeklong trip to Hawaii) for them, or just need a baby gift we've put together some adorable options for you.

I think all little girls should be covered, head to toe in monograms and bows.  I walk on the wildside.

custom personalized infant gown, blanket and bloomer set

personalized ribbon shirt! will you laugh if I get one for myself? too cute

it took me three(!) little girls to figure out that these plastic bibs with the pockets are the bomb.  No more stinky, stained bibs for my baby! I mean Matt Damons baby. And Matt's baby's bib can be personalized

And for the three(!) other sisters at home! Coordinating personalized tees for the family portrait!  Because matchy-matchy family portraits are a must for the family album!

 and finally, because I'm fairly certain if you're Dad's from Boston, then you're a Celtics fan by birth

Welcome to the world baby Stella!