photo courtesy of The Recipe Critic My teenaged daughter is a very picky eater. Chicken? Not a favorite. Pizza? Meh. But Asian food? Yes please! Thai, Japanese, Korean, she loves them all. So, when she mentioned that she grabbed a poke bowl for lunch from our local Darien fish store Fjord, I filed it away as a future healthy meal… Read More
What makes a good rom-com? According to USA Today, they “start with a little conflict, throw in a few gut-busting laughs, add some moments of melancholy and several swoon-worthy scenarios that will sweep even the most jaded reader off their feet. Add an ending that, while not always the cliched happily-ever-after, is wholly satisfying.” These fun-loving uplifting stories offer… Read More
I used to be such an avid needle-pointer, making belts, pillows, ornaments, and a Christmas stocking (or two). For some reason, I let the past-time slip away from me, trading in the canvas and wool for more books and puzzles. The other day I came across the latest unfinished project in my needlepoint graveyard and decided it was time… Read More
You can call it lilac, iris, lavender, or violet. With the onset of Spring and the Easter season, this light purple hue has been everywhere lately. This flattering shade is both soft and feminine on just about everyone. While I generally gravitate towards pinks and blush tones, I am finding myself being drawn to this pastel palette more and… Read More
Spring is finally here and I am ready to put the Sorel boots back in the closet and break out my dresses in bright colors, bold prints, and happy fabrics. Who knows, maybe I will even make plans to see some friends–finally! When the warm weather arrives, I will be prepared to embrace everything it has to offer. These… Read More
I love hearing from my friends, family, and subscribers when they have questions about blog posts and products. The most requested info is on skincare, and it’s no surprise since it’s one of the fastest-growing retail markets today. Despite all the money we spend on hydrating, wrinkle-smoothing, and exfoliating products, there is still minimal guidance about which serums, moisturizers,… Read More
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