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Spring Wishlist
So, I know it’s still technically February, but can we talk about spring? I’m dying for it. I’ve also got a long list of things I’d like to do over the next few months and quite frankly, can’t wait to get started. 1. Make olive oil and maple granola. 2. Clean out my garden, which…
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News & Other Musings
So, I’m pregnant. And, we’re having a baby girl in June. There, I’ve finally said it.
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Kitchen Inventory
When you flit from cookbook to cookbook the way I do, you end up with a lot of random ingredients in your house. Inevitably, my cabinets become so stuffed that I can’t easily get to the items I do use. Inspired by my frustration and the allure of a new year, I went through them this week.…
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Christmas Wishlist
Did you know Christmas is just a few weeks away? I’m sure you did, but I only realized it two days ago, which means I’ve got to get started on my Christmas Wishlist fast. 1. Trim my tree 2. Hang stockings 3. Buy Christmas gifts 4. Listen to Christmas music (Bing Crosby, Ella Fitzgerald and…
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Fall Wishlist
The last few months have been a whirlwind of travel, and while it’s been fun living a jet-set lifestyle, nothing makes you appreciate your home more than time away. I think my fall wishlist really reflects the kind of sleepy, time at home I’ve been craving. Here’s it is: Visit an apple orchard. Place mums on…
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Tips for the Modern Girl
I spent the last weekend celebrating a good friend’s upcoming nuptials in Chicago. There were beverages, little black dresses and one notorious boa. There also happened to be a lot of advice floating around. And, can I tell you? I have some pretty smart friends. Here are some of my favorite tips from the weekend.
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Fashion Friday: Closet Restoration
Some of you may remember I cleaned out my closet this winter. I had made a promise to myself to purchase only clothes/accessories that I loved. Somehow, this lasted only a month or two. Lately, I’ve been feeling like I’m not wearing clothes that make me happy. The fit is off, or I don’t like the color.…
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Summer Wishlist – Update
Is summer flying by for anyone else? I feel like I blinked, and it’s almost August. I haven’t made the best progress on my list, but I don’t think I care that much. I spent June really just enjoying my summer. I read a lot, which has been great and have accomplished a few things. …
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Summer Wishlist
Summer officially starts this week, and I can’t wait for long days, flip flops and time outside with friends. Here’s my new wishlist, but with a summer spin. Try my hand at canning. I’ve picked up a few books on this, Tart & Sweet and Jam It, Pickle It, Cure It: And Other Cooking Projects, but…
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Island Style
The other day I was watching HGTV, and they had a show I’d never seen before featuring celebrities’ homes. One of the places they shared was India Hick’s house in the Bahamas. Her fresh island style has subtle nods to Europe. The end result is chic, yet comfortable. I love the collected feel her house…