I realize it’s early, and it’s not my intent for anyone to lose their breakfast due to the extreme close-up but…

WHAT THE SHIT HAPPENED TO MY FACE?

Did someone finally haul off and hit me and I don’t remember? I do have a tendency to say “you’re welcome” (Loudly. With maybe a titch too much attitude.) when someone neglects to say “thank you” after I hold the door for their sorry ass.

And I did tell my husband to “have another cookie, fat boy” last night, but he started it by saying “you know they are probably all skinny, right?” when I told him about the ladies luncheon I was supposed to go to today (See the past-tense? I can’t go in this condition!).

Maybe I won the World Heavyweight Boxing Championship? If so, YEAH ME, and I hope the other person looks worse.

Was there a touch too much botulism in my Botox? Just kidding. You know I can’t afford Botox.

Any of those are preferable to what probably amounts to getting bitten by some mammoth Texas-sized bug in my sleep. Just the thought of something crawling on my face while I’m having sweet dreams of cupcakes, Coach purses, and Anthony Bourdain is too much to handle.

I wonder if Netting Nations can help? They are here to offer assistance and protection to people like me, right? Texans who have been attacked and defaced in their sleep by mutant insects!

EDIT: I put a little toothpaste on the bug bite, and the swelling went down. I’m back to my beautiful self again. CLOSE CALL!

I passed on the parasol, but I did buy this cute yellow dress from Shabby Apple today thanks to a particularly enticing Groupon – $40 for a $100 gift certificate.

Now, I just need to accessorize! I feel like this dress could go casual or dressy, so I’m going to dress it up for my upcoming trip to New York City.

Maybe I’ll need it to accept an award.

Ahem.

Shakespeare Garden dress from Shabby Apple $76

Verbenia Pumps by Nine West from Piperlime $89

Mini Ruffle Button Purse from Ruche $22.99 (I’d remove the strap and use it as a clutch)

Beaded Headband from Etsy

So, what’s in your (imaginary) shopping cart this week? Leave your link below so I can stop by and window shop!

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Since moving to Texas, I’ve become quite the connoisseur of Mexican cuisine. There are several reasons for my new found appreciation for authentic Mexican dishes…

1. Margaritas.
2. I can’t walk down the street without stepping in a mocahete of queso. Mexican restaurants, grocery stores, and food trailers are everywhere.
3. Margaritas.
4. Mexican food rarely breaks the bank. Not only do you get heaping helpings of delicious Mexican food; it’s cheap. Which is great because…
5. I am flat broke.

But just because I know my blanco from my con queso and my tomatoes from my tomatillos doesn’t mean I can make an (edible) authentic Mexican dish at home. Unless you count my famous cheese quesadilla made in the toaster oven with Mission tortillas!

Clearly it’s best to leave the Mission Menus Challenge to you…

Submit your budget friendly recipes using Mission flour tortillas for a chance to compete in a cook-off in LA hosted by Chef Sara Moulton (Which seems like such an odd choice to me. Was Rick Bayless not available?). There are weekly prizes plus a $10,000 kitchen appliance makeover up for grabs!

Recipes must include Mission Flour Tortillas (which is kind of a shame, because I prefer corn tortillas), be completely original (for inspiration, I recommend a margarita – frozen with salt), and feed a family of five for under $10.

Yip yip! You’ve only got till August 9th to submit your recipe!

Mission Foods is a proud supporter of Share Our Strength, the leading national organization committed to ending childhood hunger in America. Another great reason to buy their products.

I can think of few more festive ways to show your patriotism this Fourth of July than these Giuseppe Zanatti Zip Boots.

Nothing says “I’m an American!” more than sequins, feathers, and spiked heels. The price tag is especially patriotic at $644.

Hurry – there’s only one pair left! If you’re lucky enough to be a size 6, you can have them in time for your 4th of July BBQ if you order today!

Good thing Zappos offers free shipping both ways.

Burberry Beauty launched at Nordstrom today and I’m feeling the need for a makeover! The line of smooth neutral colors are inspired by Burberry’s iconic trench coat and London’s stormy skies and moody hues.

It’s practically poetic!

Burberry Beauty by CorrinRenee on Polyvore.com

Don’t you love the attention to detail? Not that I’d expect anything less from Burberry.

All the lids have magnetic closures so you won’t have a purse disaster. And just look at the gabardine textures and signature check imprinted in the powders and lipsticks!

I’m definitely smitten with Burberry Beauty.