This is the time of year when the weather has us all on an emotional roller coaster. One moment there will be glimpses of moderate weather and crocus’ popping out of the ground, and seemingly the next moment, copious amounts of precip., grey and cold. Sensitivity Chip Here: This post …
I’ve got ants in my pants. I need a recharging getaway. I’m a practical gal at the core, so I selected 3 West Coast gems within my time zone, that would easily fit the bill for respite and relaxation. #1 Farmhouse in the Russian River Valley in CA. Wine tasting, picnicing and spa’ing by day… Chillaxin; (I can’t believe I typed that.) by night? Check. Image: Country Living Check out the Luxe Barn Rooms. Gorgeous. Have not yet been, but would very much like to. You’re reading this, right Babe? #2 Or soaking up some copious amounts of sunshine in…
The phase of life when weekends revolve around birthday parties, classes, sports and other fun geared primarily to the little munchkins of the house, has come… But why fight it when it looks this cute? Here’s my youngest at a darling little birthday party at Moon Paper Tent, a local facility that hosts creative play around various magical themes like fairies and princesses yesterday. Yes, gone are the days of bringing out a sheet cake and and playing pin the tail on the donkey in the backyard. Choosing the right gift to honor a child is always an important part…
What was the nation’s culinary scene like before Bravo’s Hit, Top Chefs? It’s hard to say, I honestly don’t remember. But certainly guys like Thiery Rautureau, a.k.a. The Chef In The Hat, have shaped the way we eat and think about dining in restaurants. Oui oui, he was a part of Top Chef Masters…and he is quite the personality. I love the way he walks around the restaurant and works the crowd. He is actually very genuine and quite charming. Oh French men! Of course, I’m pinching myself that I reside approximately 1 mile away from two total culinary gems…
Feast your eyes upon this little design treat that I happened across. Image: Veranda What a divine sanctuary for sleep. And an immaculately conceived design by Elizabeth Dinkel. From the sunburst mirror, to the canopies, the symmetry, the soft and soothing color palette, the pattern play, the texture. Sweet Dreams.
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!
