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It’s Red Poppy Season in Georgetown, TX

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Hello My Beautiful Friends!  

Today I am sharing a little piece of Texas beauty because this is my first spring in Georgetown, TX. It is Red Poppy season and they are everywhere. I am quite familiar with Texas.  My family is in San Antonio which is two hours away from Georgetown.  I grew up with all of the beautiful Texas wildflowers and Bluebonnets.  Every year in April, San Antonio hosts springtime festivals to celebrate the Battle of Flowers. The Battle of Flowers is in honor of those defeated in the Alamo and the many battles that took place in Texas.  Texas also gained its independence from Mexico on April 21st, 1836. 

I’ve never been to Georgetown nor did I know about its unique beauty until now. 

About the Red Poppy Festival

From my understanding, every year Georgetown has a Red Poppy Festival around this time of year. 

It is filled with good food, a parade, markets, and other events. However, everything is postponed this year until October 1st- 3rd 2021.  

You can get all the information right here-  https://poppy.georgetown.org/about/

To summarize the history of Georgetown mentioned in this website; the Red Poppy flower is not native to Texas or Georgetown.  They are actually from Europe!  After WWI an American Expeditionary Forces Soldier sent Red Poppy seeds to his mother in Georgetown where she planted them in Old Town East 7th Street.   They grew all over the historic district. In 1990, Georgetown became the “Red Poppy Capital of Texas” (Poppy.georgetown.org).  

Its beauty is captivating and quite breathtaking.  I love flowers.  I cannot wait to experience the Poppy Festival!  More on that later.  

Overall my time back in Texas and in Georgetown has been fun.  2021 brought snow twice and it appears to be cooler than usual this spring but I am certainly enjoying Texas’ beauty.

This picture was totally a candid shot lol!  I was trying to hold my hat because the wind was blowing.        

XoXo 

-Brandi Kimberly

Instagrammable Spots at Islands of Adventure

Today, I am sharing Instagrammable spots at Islands of Adventure. For 4 years my husband and I have been vacationing at Universal Studios and Islands of Adventure. Over the years, I’ve become familiar with the most photo-worthy spots at both parks and I want to share my experience.

This park has so many cute photo opportunities but there are things you must take into consideration:

  1. Crowd level- There is a chance that people will litter the backdrop of your photos depending on
    how many people are in the same part of the park. For example,
    Hogsmeade is the most visited area of Islands of Adventure. It can be so hard to
    grab a decent picture with so many people waiting to take the same picture as
    you.
  2. Weather- It is always best to take a picture during overcast days.
    Direct sunlight can cause harsh shadows and it can
    be quite unflattering. If you are not worried about that sort of stuff then
    disregard it. If you are trying to acquire the perfect shot; then pay
    attention to the weather.
  3. Time of day- This goes hand in hand with crowd level and lighting.
    If you get to the parks early, there will be fewer
    people and usually, the lighting is perfect for pictures. If you get to the
    parks later. You may or may not find the crowd level condensed and you have the
    opportunity to take advantage of the “Golden Hour.”

Here are my favorite Instagrammable spots

Hogsmeade

This picture is in Hogsmeade. It is the bridge that leads to Jurassic Park and it is super instagrammable. It is hard to grab a picture here because there is always a crowd trying to do the same thing. In this spot, you get the perfect backdrop of Hogwarts Castle. Get your Harry Potter scarf and wand! This spot makes for a cute photo.

You can also try to take a snapshot near the stage at the bottom of the castle. As you can see, there are always people walking in and out of the Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey ride.

Toon Lagoon


The crow level in this area of the park is usually less dense. There are so many cute places you can take a photo. One of my favorites is at the Hush-a-Bomb.

There used to be these cute comic bubbles posted on the trees with different sayings, where you can take a picture. However, during this visit, they were all removed. I don’t have the details to why or if they are coming back with new wordings. I hope they bring them back because they were a lot of fun.

Seuss Landing


Leaving out the new controversies of Dr. Seuss; I have to say this place is pretty cool. I like all the rides in this part of the park because I am an old kid. I find this area so adorable. There are plenty of photo opportunities but my favorite is the Truffula Trees. Too freaken cute! I’ve been trying to capture the perfect photo here for years but it is hard
because the sun beams directly down in this area if you don’t catch it during the golden hour. Visit the Street of the Lifted Lorax and the house to hear the story about and the Truffula Trees. I love it!

So these are my favorite areas in Islands of Adventure. Be sure to check out my future blog post about Universal Studios Park.

If you are traveling this spring, happy traveling, and please share your experiences with me in the comments below.

XoXo
-Brandi Kimberly

6 Years of Blogging!

Kendra Scott Earrings// Floral Puff Sleeve Mini Dress // Tory Burch Miller Sandals

Hey Ya’ll!

Today marks 6 years since the start of my blogger journey!  Bust out the champagne and cut me some cake!!! 

Most bloggers celebrate the time that they provided their very first blog post but you won’t find the correct date on this blog because it took me 7 ½ months to create a personal website for my blog.  I started with the idea of creating an online fashion boutique and I had a free WordPress for it.  As you can see, the boutique did not work out but, I continued with my fashion blogging journey.  

I have learned so much over these past years.  I have learned things that apply to Instagram and things that apply only to my blog.  There have been so many phases, changes, and trends but one thing stands consistent; I love being a fashion blogger.  If you have followed me all this time, thank you for wanting to be a part of my journey.  If you are new here, welcome!! I am so happy to make new friends. 

I am thinking about updating my series about “Fashion blogging for Beginners” so that the content is more relevant today.  Be on the lookout for that!

What I am Wearing: 

This floral dress for spring is super pretty.  I love the puffy sleeves.  It is a mini but it is a perfect length for a mini.  It pairs well with these Tory Burch Miller Sandals which are super classy and a great basic for the spring/summer/fall season.  My earrings are Kendra Scott, I am obsessed with them and my bulky necklace is from a two-piece Sugar Fix set from Target.    

XoXo 

-Brandi Kimberly 

Break Up with Starbuck & 2021 Trends

I am excited to announce the release of the very first Episode of Pass The Prosecco- “Break Up with Starbucks & 2021 Trends.”  You can listen to it on Spotify right here: https://open.spotify.com/show/3KTBHHmtLwcKGV9Un0YwOe. UPDATE: (This episode was taken down but you can read about my first episode adventure down below).

You can also listen to Pass The Prosecco on Anchor, Breaker, Google Podcasts, Pocket Casts & Radio Public.  I decided to change up my content for 2021 and try podcasting.

To be honest, it is a little rough. I am still trying to find my comfort and voice in podcasting. It is different than doing IG stories, lol! I was sitting alone talking to myself on a microphone and I am more of a visual person. Plus, I did a ton of editing because I kept messing up. I hope to become a strong speaker in this journey.

Why Podcasting?

When people drive, clean, or even workout, they like to listen to podcasts.  They cannot always be focused on the visual aesthetics of content or even spend time reading blogs.  Podcasting will allow me to share different topics and connect in a different way.      

What is Pass The Prosecco about?   

It about girl talk!!  My best friend Jen could easily be the modern Carrie Bradshaw and I guess I would be Charlotte York, lol!  Jen has all the details to what it is like to date in our 30’s.  She has been back in the dating scene since 2019.  She is fun and zealous and also a little kinky with her Meme game.  I think she would be hilarious to do a podcast with.  Jen would produce the boy talk and I would add my insights to the fashion blogger/influencer world.  

In episode 001     

I talk about a relationship mishap I had in 2010. Also, the Pantone colors of 2021 and the fashion trends that are expected.  I’m always looking for the next thing that I will feel good wearing for that season.  Here are the trends that I mentioned in the podcast and I linked a few of these trends that I found down below:

Wide Leg Jeans

Cropped Sweaters/Knitted Bralettes 

Checkered Print

Patchwork on denim

Monochrome

Elevated Loungewear 

Chunky Boots 

Multi-Color & Statement Jewelry 

Capes- I took featured a cape in this post. I’ve owned this one since winter 2019. It is still sold on Shein and you can find it here.

Product Review 

Lastly, I share one product that I totally recommend you to try out for yourself.  It is one of my absolute favorite self-pampering product called Changing U Magic Foot Peeling Shoes by Tony Moly.  I will do a story on how I use it.  It is super easy, you can sit down and relax with a coffee, water, or a glass of wine.  You can watch a movie, scroll the Instagram, read a book, or even listen to a podcast while you are waiting for these booties to work their magic, then you simply wash off the product and allow the product to continue to work its magic in the upcoming days.  Usually, by the next day, my foot already feels so soft.  I can always feel the difference in my socks and work boots.  My feet will feel like silk in them.  This product is also linked down below!   

I ask you to be flexible with me as I am trying to find my voice and structure for this podcast. Obviously, I have a starting foundation but I may have to adjust as we evolve.  I appreciate all feedback!  Do leave a comment down below and let me know what you would really like to hear from me in a podcast.  

XoXo 

-Brandi Kimberly 

Winter in Central TX & Favorite Sweaters!

Hello Friends!

Today, I am going to share my favorite sweaters and my first winter here in Central Texas. I am so happy about this long weekend!  My family came to visit me and I will have new things to share later.  Also, this week will be the release of my first podcast episode.  For 2021, I decided to explore the world of podcasting.  It will be a fun, new, and exciting way to provide content on lifestyle and trends.  In this blog post, I will share my experience with my first winter in Central, TX.  Also, be sure to check out all my favorite sweaters for the winter, featured down below!     

This time Last weekend, Georgetown had a major snow day; a Texas Blizzard.  I grew up in San Antonio, which is two hours from Georgetown and it never snows in these parts of Texas!!  This winter, Central, TX received an astounding 1-2 inches of snow.  The white blanket created a clean polished look over the town.  The snow came down around 10 AM and the momentum was vigorous.  The huge clumps of white fluff eventually paved the streets which made driving difficult.  My hubby and I decided to take a trip into town and see its white beauty.  It was a charming experience.  We bought a couple of sandwiches, came back home, and snuggled up with our pups.  It snowed occasionally in North Carolina but in Texas, it was almost unheard of.  I asked the locals how often it snows in Georgetown, they said it was rare.  They also mentioned the last snowfall before 2021 was in 2018.    

Favorite Sweaters

The sweater I am wearing here was from SHEIN which I bought two years ago.  It is so cute with these flowy elegant feather pompoms.  Unfortunately, this exact sweater is no longer available but SHEIN is offering another sweater that is very similar in a pretty light blue color.  To view it, you can click on the link HERE or check it out down below.  Also, be sure to check out my other cozy sweater picks for the winter and leave a comment!  I would love to know what is one of your current favorite winter trends?   

XoXo 

-Brandi Kimberly 

Sweet Lemon Kitchen in Georgetown, TX!

Friends!

I hope you all had a lovely weekend.  Yesterday it snowed all day and we had about 2-3 inches of accumulation.  It was so pretty for a winter day but more on that later!  I took tons of pictures.  Saturday, my husband and I went to brunch at one of Georgetown’s cute little cafes called Sweet Lemon Kitchen Café.  This was about the 5th time I’ve been to this cafe since we moved here in November.  Let me tell you! If you are ever in Georgetown, TX you need to check out this place! With the Pandemic going on, it is good to note that they are COIVD considerate with their outdoor seating, indoor seating, and other accommodations that I will get to in a minute. Aside from being absolutely cute, they have a really good menu.  Do check out all the extra details here https://www.sweetlemonkitchen.com   

Aesthetics

This café is located in a historic house off Church St, in the historic district of Georgetown.  Inside is really small but it has such a cute antique farmhouse vibe.  There’s also a ton of seating outside and around the house.  There is also seating on the second floor of the house.  Sweet Lemon Kitchen is such a popular brunch place in Georgetown, you have to get there early to get seating especially in the cold months when it is preferred to sit indoors. If your restaurant offers catering services or hosts events, shelving can assist in organizing equipment and supplies needed for these occasions.

Hours

They are open on the following days: 

Tuesday-Thursday from 07:00 AM-2:30 PM   

Friday-Saturday 07:00 AM-8:30 PM  

Sunday 09:00 AM-2:00 PM 

Mondays they are CLOSED

Method of ordering

When you enter from the side of the building, there is someone there to greet you.  You can order through them and have them seat you inside or you can order from the table through your smartphones.  Each table has a QR code on it that will give you access to their menu.  You can select what you want to order, and check out on your cell phone.  A waiter/waitress will come by to bring you your order.  They know what table you are seated at by the QR code that you scan.  You can also order for take-out.  Just pull your car up and they will bring your food to you.  A lot of people are using this option due to the pandemic.  You can also order for delivery!  They use the Austin metro delivery service called Favor.        

My Favorites So Far

I absolutely love their Lavender Latte and I look forward to it every time I go to their restaurant.  I also love their avocado toast and House Salad with homemade lemon vinaigrette.  My husband is obsessed with their Steak & Egg Croissant, he highly recommends it.       

XoXo 

-Brandi Kimberly 

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