For fall, I really want a purse with a bow— but the girly girl in me had to restrain herself from buying the patent leather Little Kennedy that I previously mentioned. Since I am a bit concerned that patent leather can crack in freezing temperatures, which sadly happens on occasion in a Canadian winter.

Well, there is an upside to self-control as after some online shopping I found yet another Kate Spade charmer - this beautiful beige Kate Spade Villabella Avenue purse! And to my great surprise this is the most blogger friendly purse that I've ever found. In an ideal world, my blogger-kit would include my DSLR camera with an extra lens, my laptop and a traditional planner when out and about during the day. Now try being fabulous lugging around all this heavy equipment in a purse!

Hello Darlings,

The fall collections may have been shown in their full glory during the months of February and March, but it is not until mid-August that retailers welcome their first shipments of fall goodies! And while the fashion world is readying to showcase Spring 2013 on the runways come September, we are preparing for our own challenge to create a perfect cold weather wardrobe. And as most girls know, when it comes to fashion it is best to plan ahead and shop early!

To prepare you for the challenge, my favorite shopping mall — Sherway Gardens— is hosting "Fall Into Style Contest"! From August 20th to September 16th, you have a chance to win 1 of 20 Cadillac Fairview shop! cards along with the grand prize of a $1000 shopping spree at Sherway Garden.To enter, visit Sherway Gardens Facebook page by clicking HERE!

Hello Darlings,

Waking up to sad news this morning that famous Hollywood movie director Tony Scott apparently committed suicide yesterday in Los Angeles, California. He was 68 years old, and had achieved considerable success in the film industry directing hit movies including two hugely popular films starring Tom Cruise - Top Gun and Days of Thunder. According to police, Tony Scott jumped off the Vincent Thomas Bridge in suburban Los Angeles on Sunday afternoon. His black Prius car was parked nearby, and apparently a suicide note was found in the car.

No one just wakes up one day, and jumps off a bridge killing themselves. Such news is tragic, and it is very sad to think of the impact this will have on his family and friends. Clearly there is much more to the story, which is maybe the most important legacy that Tony Scott could leave behind - awareness of the negative effects of depression - and treatment options that can help save lives and the enormous collateral damage caused by severe depression!

Hello Darlings,

It's hard to believe that we're already in mid-August! With so much happening, these summer months have flown by this year. With just two weeks to September 1st just two weeks away, I realize that the clock is ticking on my summer fun! So this got me thinking that I really should check my summer bucket list to decide the most important things that I want to be sure to check off before this summer is over!

Whether it's a weekend getaway, an outdoor concert, or a romantic evening stroll with your special someone, today may also be a good idea for you to think how to take advantage of the remaining weeks of summer and enjoy the best of what the season has to offer!