Did you know that the celebration of love on Valentine’s Day dates back to the 14th century when the tradition of courtly love flourished? It seems silly to designate one day to acknowledge those we love when, in a perfect world, we would make time to do it every day. But life gets busy and […] Read More…
Holiday Gift Guide
It’s that time of year and I am determined to be prepared with my holiday gifts. No last minute shopping for me! I’ve started scouring the Internet and brick and mortar stores for unusual gifts for the loved ones on my list. I love gift-giving any time of year and get great joy out of finding […] Read More…
A Clean Entry for the New Year
The New Year is a great opportunity to do some self-reflection and assess any adjustments that could improve my life or make me feel healthier and happier. Every year I try to make just a couple resolutions that I think I can achieve, some of these have to do with my home while others are […] Read More…
Ice Buckets
In the midst of party season I’m still looking for practical yet beautiful gifts. These ice buckets (and corkscrew) are the perfect addition to a stocked bar and would be a welcome gift to open on New Years Eve. sources: 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 Read More…
Holiday Decorating without the Tree
The holiday season is one of my favorite times of year and I’m a sucker for all the festive decor. We celebrate everything with our kids – Hanukkah, Christmas, you name it! I like to look for alternate ways to bring in the holiday spirit since we don’t always get a Christmas tree. Here are some ideas, a few of which I’ve […] Read More…