Beer Candles Are the ONLY Candles Worth Having

That's right folks, this weekend marked the two year anniversary of my first post.

Taking a little time off from blogging recently hasn't made this two year mark any less special - because we've been keeping Dixie Lust going strong in spirit over here.

I started this blog as a way to show not only y'all but myself as well all that the South has to offer. No more "I'm bored", "There's nothing to do around here....", or "I wish I lived in a cooler city." The possibilities are endless - some of them just need to be re-discovered.

And we're here to do just that.




In the spirit of renewed dedication to blogging, MTher, LyLa and I got together Saturday to work on a few new video features for Dixie Lust. Before we called it a night, we made a little wish and had some cake.


"Let's Mess With Texas" Tee via Storyville
Countless people and places have made these past few years phenomenal, including:
You the readers, LyLa, MTher, SKing, Ninja, My Parents, My Brother & Sister in Law, Gentleman Caller, Katie from Offswitch Designs, J from the Bees Knees Baby, Summer from Bon Temps Athena, Benny-fits, KS from While We're Waiting, My Aunts, Uncles, & Cousins, the Folks at Best Buy, Stephanie, Fine Thread Art, Hotel Derek, JCor, ALin, Storvyville, Dirty Coast Press, the Twitter Following, Wine Loft, Tap Room, Marc Broussard, The TA Truckstop, the Cities Lafayette, Houston, Boca Raton, New Orleans, Birmingham, Baton Rouge and so so so many more.

Thanks to all of you.

Bruce Bruce ... Hollaaaa!

It's my daddy's birthday y'all!

Yep. We're 6 days (and a couple years) apart on the birthday sched....

Now, I know I posted this last year, but the whole slide show puts a big ole smile on my face. If you've already seen it, go ahead in re-revel in Bruce Bruce's glory and amazingness. If this is your first time, brace yourself... the stache is gunna get you.

Warning: The slideshow's a bit lengthy, so feel free to increase the speed or click above to view a gallery of the pictures!

Got Cake Like Everyday My Birthday...

Shirt from Karmaloop


But wait Lil Wayne...IT IS MY BIRTHDAAAAAAY.


Consider this my first post of shameless 25th birthday promotion.

For the Love of Birthday Cake!

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I'm back today for a very special occasion.

Every once in a while, you meet people in life who just seem click with you.

Kindred spirits who know how to make you smile and who always seems to be there.

And you just have to thank the universe for them - thank the universe for bringing them into this world and eventually into your life.

Twenty-one years ago today, the universe brought this beautifully talented and amazing lady into the world.

and thank goodness for it!

NOW, if you havent already done so - get on over to her blog and leave her some beautiful birthday wishes!

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Happy Birthday Bruce Bruce!

Today my dearest daddy is the big 6-0!

I know I've rambled on and on about all the work I did on the slide show, and I'd love to say it was a huge hit at the party. Unfortunately, only a few guests got to see it before the bad weather shorted the power and my computer went ka-put.

So since I was smart enough to put all the photos on a flash drive, I threw together another slide show so we can all marvel at the life of the man I affectionately call Bruce Bruce.

Please forgive his lack of shirts and his affinity for "short-shorts"

Warning: The slideshow's a bit lengthy, so feel free to increase the speed or click above to view a gallery of the pictures!

It's Official

(Birthday Sign made by the "Boys in the Warehouse" at work)

Today, I am 24.

...and while I don't feel any older,

I do feel truly blessed to be surrounded by

so many wonderful, loving people.

I love you all.