5 Things I Love About My Little Blog: A Recap Before Vacation

Good Evening Divas! I hope that your Monday was just as splendid as mine…and I hope you have a fabulous and productive work week. As for me, I will be partaking in one of the necessary vices that all Professional Divas must experience in order to keep her sanity….VACATION! You heard me right! I am taking the rest of the week off, and heading to Europe! I am not ashamed to say that I need this break. In fact, all Professional Divas need to take time off to relax and regroup. It is never healthy to constantly work without taking time to play, and I am definitely looking forward to play time!

In the meantime, I wanted to share a few of my favorite Martini Chronicle moments with my fellow Divas. I am so proud of my little blog, and so grateful to all of its readers and subscribers. Since I won’t be around for a while, I hope that you enjoy 5 Things I Love About My Little Blog. Enjoy!

1. I have learned so much about myself since entering Corporate America. The Martini Chronicles is a reflection of the lessons that I have learned along the way. Two of my most valuable lessons have be balancing my professional and social lives, and learning how to deal with stress.  Check out two of my favorite posts! Balancing Your Professional and Social Lives and Stress and the Professional Woman.

2. Money is an essential aspect of our everyday lives. I like to share tips about money with my fellow Divas from time to time.  Check out 7 Quick Ways to Start Saving Money...Now and 7 Great Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund. Also, check out Dave Ramsey's Debt Snowball,and Suze Orman's Women and Money.

3. There are certain items that I sincerely believe that all Divas must have, and I love sharing them with you! See my opinion on the Classic Wrap Dress, and the Nude Pump! 

  4. Sports! I love them, and you all should be comfortably acquainted with them. Anita Jarman introduced you to the idea of improving your understanding of sports. Check out Introducing...Sports Break and A Diva's Guide to March Madness.

5. Last, but certainly not least, I am proud of my fabulous martini recipes. The names of the martinis may be common, but the recipes, with the exception of the Three Day Apple Martini, are all mine! I am especially proud of the Raspberry Lemonade Mojito Martini, and the Tiramisu Martini. Check them out, and let me know how they move you. Also remember that you can always check out the Martini Roll Call Page for a list of all my past recipes! And…..Drink Responsibly!

Thanks for visiting the Martini Chronicles! Have a fabulous week and weekend, and I will check in with you on Sunday!

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Professional Diva Must Haves.....

The Classic Wrap Dress

Divas! Please join me in a round of applause for one of the most reliable staples in our closets: the classic wrap dress! I have one (actually I have about eight), and I know you do too! There’s nothing like a classic wrap dress. It’s stylish and chic…and because it comes in a plethora of lengths, designs, colors, and fabrics, it works well in so many different settings. The wrap dress is also quite forgiving, and flatters many body types. Pair it with a blazer and a cute pair of pumps for a business causal look. Or try a sleeveless version with funky accessories for an after work mixer. You can also try a wrap dress of the sexier variety for a date with a potential suitor. However you choose to fashion it, make sure that you own at least one classic wrap dress. Definitely a Professional Diva Must Have!

Diane Von Furstenberg

Check out the following stores for some beautiful wrap dresses:

New York & Company

Nordstrom

Lane Bryant

Banana Republic

Diane Von Furstenberg

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