July 4th is just around the corner and that means we all will be celebrating in some manner. Maybe you will be visiting friends at their beach house, or going to a neighbor’s for a bbq? Either way, you will need an appropriate hostess gift to bring along. A bottle of wine is always a safe bet but I… Read More
I am getting ready for Mother’s Day in a few weeks, picking out gifts for my mom Mary, or Momo as she is known to my kids. Above is one of my favorite photos of her with my youngest son, taken on July 4th, 2009, waiting for some fireworks to begin. She and my dad live near enough that… Read More
In addition to leopard print, I also love anything monogrammed–the more ornate, the better. To quote Reese Witherspoon, “If it’s not moving, monogram it!” When we finally got around to redecorating our master bedroom, I began the search for a special monogram for my bed linens. I wanted something unique and fresh and different from what I’d had in… Read More
From fine wines to Walmart! Everyone knows that Walmart is the place to go for diapers, detergents, and cosmetics like Flower beauty products. Well, I was surprised to find out that walmart.com is a great resource for stylish, affordable decor as well: furniture, lighting, rugs, and artwork! I love to find new ways (without alerting my husband) to spruce… Read More
Happy 2019! I hope you all had a wonderful holiday with family and friends (and aren’t too exhausted). Along with the New Year, come new resolutions. I am always determined to keep my house in order and not be overwhelmed by the evidence of daily life. With three (untidy) kids, I try to stay on top of the clutter… Read More
‘Tis the season for holiday parties– which means you will need some hostess gifts. My husband and I used to host an annual Christmas party at our home before two travel hockey schedules got in the way. Over the years we received some amazingly creative hostess presents, wine and champagne included. While a great vintage is always appreciated, these… Read More
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