I saw this cute faux fur neck scarf by Apparis for sale at Tuckernuck and headed to the website to shop. Big mistake. I got sidetracked by sale items, winter coats, and everything cozy for January. Keeping in mind the many months of chilly outdoor dining ahead, I stuck with comfy tops that look good…
It makes no difference how much sleep I get or water I drink–I still have discoloration under my eyes. I have tried virtually every cream or serum (and have the posts to prove it) that claims to minimize the purple hue, but nothing seems to cure my problem completely. So, I am left to do…
Now that 2020 is behind us, we can look ahead to the promise of things to come in the new year. But before I focus on the future, I wanted to take a quick look back at the blog and what inspired you the most. Thanks to WordPress analytics, I am able to see which…
Cheers to a happy, and hopefully a healthy 2021! Throughout the past nine months of social distancing and quarantine, I have found myself more than just frustrated and bored but surprisingly grateful for most of what drove me crazy while stuck in my house: my family, my health, and my supportive community. I am also…
January is right around the corner, and with it comes the post-Christmas blues, cold snowy days, and probably more time at home. In anticipation of being stuck in our house, I stocked up on some non-screen games. When it comes to board games our family has a few favorites: Catan (when we have a few…
Tis the season to wrap gifts, so I like to listen to podcasts as I go. In addition to enjoying my weekly Crime Junkies episodes, I have increased my library to include some new favorites. Some are short and sweet and can be listened to while running errands in the car or going on a…
Over the past few months, I have mastered the chocolate chip cookie. My daughter and I have tried no less than five recipes and now have our favorite, which we have perfected. Now that the holidays are here, I defer to my childhood friend Meg, who has taken the decorated Christmas cookie to a new…
My last gift guide for 2020, the subscription box. An excellent gift to celebrate someone’s passions! For my father’s birthday this summer I gave him a subscription to the Pistachio of the Month Club. He loves pistachios, so I thought this would be the best gift for the man who has everything he needs (he…
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Welcome to Whit & Whimsy- a lifestyle space I created to share my favorite books, beauty buys, fashion, and more. I post about trusted products I love, items I lust after, and treasures I give as gifts. Expect to hear about the latest thriller read, maxi dress, simple meal, and best new mascara-- and there will always be a touch of leopard print, and a monogram or two. I hope to connect with readers by offering inspiration and suggestions through content that is classic, chic, shoppable, and a bit whimsical.
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