When people ask me about my blog, I simply say it’s a forum to write about my passions. The list is not complete without including my passion to philanthropy, though it may not seem at first blush, as sexy sounding as the other topics I muse about, bear with me …
It’s cold and it’s dark out there, tis time of year when our souls need to hang some twinkle lights! Thank goodness the sights, smells and sounds of the holidays seem to be in full swing. This weekend, we took in some of downtown Seattle’s best displays of festive decor. As an added bonus, there are many local charities involved in these spectacular displays. And I’m all about two birds with one stone! First, a trip The Fairmont Olympic Hotel for their Festival of trees. Twenty trees are exhibited throughout this elegantly appointed and grand hotel. Decorated with care by…
I’m not quite sure what my deal is, but today I watched Seattle Marathon joggers buzz right by my house (below), and I got teary eyed. Listening to the onlookers cheer the runners on, watching the runners determinedly slog through the Seattle streets, the whole scene gave me a lump in my throat. Maybe it reminds me of when my Dad ran his first marathon at age 50. Watching him come across the finish line, just made me weep of joy. The human spirit is so amazing, it’s almost overwhelming sometimes. It surprises me to get emotional at moments like…
I love shoes and who doesn’t love giving back? This is why I’m really crushing on Toms Shoes right now. Plus, how totally cute are these wedges? Don’t own yet, but will shortly after this post… They are trendy, but comfy and eco-friendly to boot. Oh and the price point is pretty reasonable too. The wedges are $64, I believe. Carried @ Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus. Here’s the story, for every pair of shoe a consumer buys, the company donates a pair of shoes for a child in a 3rd world country. This is excerpt below from their blog: “Why…
Growing up, I was a day dreamer. I would dream of what my life would look like someday. Funny enough, in so many ways, what my life has become, is pretty close to what I dreamed up. Granted, there has been a surprise or two along the way, but isn’t that what makes things interesting? I know there have been books written about this, like The Secret, It states that everything one wants/needs may be accomplished by only wishing it. Do you believe it? What is your ultimate dream? Is it a profession you should have sought out and didn’t…a…
Welcome to my p.o.v. of how to live a life well. Under the construct of 7 areas that I feel passionately about: Fashion, Fun, Food, Family, Friends, Philanthropy (aware not an f, but close enough) and Furnishing. Yes, quite the array I know. I bring you Living Well 7; Don't Wait-Enjoy Life!
