Sharing the decadent chocolate dessert I created for my Mother's Day in self-isolation. Now more than ever, I have an insatiable craving for comfort foods. This past Mother's day I was in charge of the menu, as usual, and knew what I was going to have for dessert before anything else; something chocolate-y, rich, and [...]
A round up of some of my favorite romantic tops for every budget, for spring and summer. Puffed sleeves, peplum, sweet florals, embroidery, light fabrics, and a celebration of all things feminine. Romantic tops are a staple in my wardrobe. I'm always searching for easy-to-wear tops that are just as elegant and eye-catching as they [...]
A post dedicated to my sweet ten-year-old girl. Today my big girl turns 10. Ten years old - an entire decade under her belt! I can hardly believe this day has come, but so incredibly grateful it has. She truly is the sweetest girl. Regardless of what's going on around her, she always seeks to [...]
Sharing three things that have brightened up my home during self-isolation.
I've been meaning to write about this amazing dress since it arrived in the mail two (or more?) weeks ago, but alas, things have been so crazy with school being closed and everything else going on right now in the world that I just haven't had the time. Now that we've had time to adjust [...]
So you're homeschooling now thanks to Covid-19; don't panic! In the last week I'm sure teacher appreciation has reached astronomical heights, as now nearly every child in the United States is being home schooled. Sadly, schools and teachers had virtually no time to time to prepare for this; and neither did parents. Given the current [...]
Sharing some of my favorite pink and orange sartorial finds for spring and summer. It seems like everywhere I look, I'm joyfully stumbling upon all sorts of fantastic pink and orange sartorial staples. Flowing dresses in these warm hues; gingham, stripes, and block prints, and fabulous statement shoes. I am loving pink and orange right [...]
The best place to park for a day at the Smithsonian museums and our favorite exhibit thus far. Over the long Valentine's day/ Presidents' Day weekend our family got out of the house for a trip to the museum. Not just any museum, the world famous Smithsonian Museum of Natural History. But first, lunch. I [...]
