How are you doing today? I’ve been celebrating turning 65 with a SPLASH! As you will see with my Five Faves this week. There is a blush that gives you the perfect glow, subtly fragrant fall candles that make a great gift (like for yourself), a tasty sauce, and free advice from a wise older woman. Plus…we have Annie and Cindy’s FAVES, too.
1. Rosy Glow Blush by Dior
When our daughter, Alexandra, was getting ready for her wedding in Madrid, her friend Jane said, “Oh, you have to try my new blush!” We were a little alarmed as it’s such a bright color in the compact but it brightened her whole face for a fresh glowy effect.
Dior Backstage Rosy Glow has been sold out at Sephora but Alexandra managed to get some for me for my birthday…and I love it. It’s pricey but worth it. Wakes up my face but looks natural!
And speaking of my birthday…
2. Happy Birthday Yard Sign
This yard sign (similar) set a fun tone for my birthday party at my sister’s house!! Hey, look at that white light in the sky. Another type of sign. Perhaps that was my mom saying she’s happy and we should have a good time!
3. Fragrant Fall Candles
Sometimes scented candles can be overwhelming. But when shopping with my sister, Teresa at Bixby and Ball in San Diego, we found two really good soy candles.
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Harvest Pumpkin: ” This candle is scented with ripe pumpkin and subtle herbal overtones.”
Wild Honey: “Golden honeycomb dripping with citrus notes, luscious black currant, and wild herbs.”
4. The Fresh Sauce That Makes Everything Better!
For my birthday party our son Thomas, grilled beef, lobster tails, and vegetables and served it with Fresh Herb Chimichurri Sauce.
After everyone left and my sister and I organized/donated Mom’s things, we had the chimichurri sauce mixed with mayonnaise as a dip for a steamed artichoke. And on another night we served it with a rotisserie chicken. It’s delicious!
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5. From Me To YOU…
Let’s see what Annie and Cindy’s Five Faves are this week:
Maggie says
No way you’re 65 – I want to see some ID! Seriously, you look fabulous. Birthday blessings to you.
Colleen F says
Endless birthday wishes to you Mary Ann! You’re the best! I’m printing your “What I Know List” to stick in birthday cards for my sister (62), sis in-law (66), best friend (63) and all my younger lady relatives in their 20s and 30s. Perfect! I’m searching out the blush and Thomas’ birthday spread for you is the only thing I’m craving!
Mary Ann Pickett says
Oh thanks, Colleen! I should have said “I’m still learning…instead of I barely know anything” 🙂
Juliet says
Happy Birthday, MA … let the celebrating continue! Love the lawn sign and the sign in the sky. Speaking of love, I can’t get enough of your daughter’s wedding dress. Dior Rosy Glow plus marital bliss looks good on her. But, what doesn’t look good on her?! How did I not know about Bixby & Ball? Adding to my list of places to visit when we make our annual holiday trip to Coronado. Pinned and printed Tommy’s chimichurri recipe. People go mad for this sauce and I’m going to try his version out at our meet-the-parents dinner party in a couple of weeks. Agree with all your ‘what I know’s’ … you’re a wise one. xo
Mary Ann Pickett says
You will love that shop, Juliet! There are more herbs in Tommy’s version …but you have them in your garden!
LA CONTESSA says
I JUST LEARNED THAT THE E IN EMOTION STANDS FOR ENERGY!
HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
XXX
Mary Ann Pickett says
I didn’t know that!
Doreen says
Happy Birthday, Mary Ann. You look fabulous!! And definitely going to try that blush.
Mary Ann Pickett says
It’s good!
Karen says
Hi Mary Ann,
I love hearing about a new soft blush. I feel like it’s such a facelift to have a little blush on our cheeks. And I totally agree, a smile does so much for a face.
I enjoy this time of year and a lightly scented candle completes the autumn picture.
Have a wonderful week and thank you for your kind words and your always-inspiring posts.
xo,
Karen
Dawn says
(And Happy Birthday!)
Dawn says
Oh goodness, love the What I Know! I’m always saying the older I get the less I know. I’m pretty sure twenty year old me was the most knowledgeable of everyone who ever existed. 🙂
elizabeth@pineconesandacorns says
Happy Birthday! I am sure that in 65 years that you know a lot, like: 1. how to raise two wonderful children, 2. to be an amazing interior designer that listens to peoples needs and helps make their homes a reflection of them as well as being stylish, comfy and cosy. 3. how to be stylish, classic and casual.
These are just a few of the things that I have learned about you and it keeps me coming back for more after all of these years.
I hope that you had a wonderful birthday weekend.
Melinda says
Happy Birthday. How wonderful That Tommy whipped up a great dinner for your party.
Mary Ann Pickett says
He’s really a good cook, Melinda!
Lisa Chase Burrell says
you and your advice are fabulous❣️
Mary Ann Pickett says
You are the best, Lisa!
Mary says
LOVED your list of What You Know at 65. Thanks for sharing.
Mary Ann Pickett says
Thanks, Mary!!
Susan S says
Happy 65th, Mary Ann and may you be blessed with many, many more to celebrate!
Mary Ann Pickett says
Same to you, Susan!!
holly says
Oh, I love this post. Sounds like your birthday was a little bittersweet but you are holding onto the good and giving of yourself with that terrific list of What I know.
Thank you for the reminder to get down to Bixby and Ball on Cedros. Love that shop, well truth be known, all of them in Solano Beach. So grateful for those favorites like Solo still opening their doors as well.
Enjoy all your posts and wishing you a great week in the City by the Bay . . .
Mary Ann Pickett says
We went to Solo too, Holly. Love Cedros.
Linda Salazar says
Sounds like you had a wonderful birthday celebration! I am a year behind you and I certainly don’t act, think or dress like it either! :o) You look gorgeous in that dress BTW.
I was at Bixby and Ball a couple months ago…they were supposed to move across the street to a larger space. Looking forward to seeing that next time I am in Solana Beach.
Linda
Mary Ann Pickett says
I saw a sign across the street but didn’t think it was open. The store is so cute in the bungalow.
Wren says
What an amazing job Thomas did on your bday dinner! Happy Birthday from someone with a little seniority.
Thanks for the blush and candle suggestions.
Your “free advice from a wise, older woman”made me smile (do I look younger doing that?). They all speak to me but I find #2 needs more practice by many, if not most, people, IMHO. It truly is just being respectful!
Mary Ann Pickett says
I’m sure you do look younger when you smile, Wren!! 🙂
Janet Arden says
What a joyous celebration you had! Please accept my belated wishes for a happy & healthy tear ahead.
Mary Ann Pickett says
Thanks, Janet!!
Peggy Bryant says
Happy Birthday
Mary Ann Pickett says
Thank you, Peggy!
Alexis says
Sounds like your enjoying 65 so far , I was picking a friend up from the airport this week and a group
Of very young 65 yr olds we holding a giant Medicare card with their friends name on it .
They all had been friends for over 50 years and we celebrating their “ Medicare “ birthday together.
So much fun !
I will be on the hunt for the Dior blush and I hope your children frame your “what I know “ it’s
wonderful!
Mary Ann Pickett says
That is so funny about the giant Medicare card. Well, I do have mine now!
Francesca B. says
Going to try that sauce thanks Cindy. Happy Birthday 🙂
Mary Ann Pickett says
It’s worth the effort…lasts for a week in the fridge.
Laura says
Your “What I Know” is great! Is it me or does everything bring a tear to my eye lately? Many thanks for all the good products and tips. California rocks!
Mary Ann Pickett says
I get choked up easily, too, lately. But emotions are a good thing.
CINDY says
I LOVE ALL OF TATINE CANDLES THEY ARE ONE OF MY FAVORITES!! IF THAT BLUSH WILL MAKE ME LOOK AS YOUNG AS YOU I AM IN! NOTHING BETTER THAN A GOOD CHIMICHURRI SAUCE!!
Mary Ann Pickett says
That blush really is remarkable, Cindy. I will show you when I see you 🙂
Lynne says
I love what you know. That’s why I’m here!
Have a best blessed week, MaryAnn!
Mary Ann Pickett says
Thanks, Lynn. You have a blessed week too!
Joy Searles says
Happy Birthday Mary Ann from Raleigh, NC! Sounds like you had a wonderful celebration. Being 71, I wholeheartedly agree with your list of what you know. You nailed it. I so enjoy your posts and have gleaned so many wonderful decorating/fashion/beauty/health ideas from you. We are definitely on the same wavelength in taste. Thank you for adding joy to my life!
Mary Ann Pickett says
Thanks for bringing “Joy” to my life!