Need festive food for a gathering or upcoming party? Ready to try something new? Well you came to the right spot! Today I am joining a talented group of bloggers in a holiday appetizer roundup. Everyone is sharing something they love for this time ... Read More
Cyber Monday Gift Ideas
It's been particularly wet and nasty here in California. The idea of getting to the mall sounds a lot less appealing than sitting by the fire with my cats and a cup of hot tea perusing the Cyber Monday deals on my laptop!! I hope you all had a ... Read More
Black Friday Picks
Hope you all had a good Thanksgiving. We have family visiting and it was so nice to host now that the remodel is done. The day after we always go for a family hike or walk and never shopping. I do like to peruse the deals on Black Friday online ... Read More
My Holiday Gift and Home Picks From Serena & Lily’s Thank You Event
Today starts The Thank You Event at Serena & Lily with 25% off and as a partner in design with them, I want to share my picks for holiday gifts and a few of my own things I've chosen to get the casa Christmas ready! This event runs November 26- ... Read More
Brocade Baby.. & Other Cool Holiday Fashions
I saw these J. Crew pants and memories came rushing to me of watching my mom getting dressed for dad's holiday work parties! It was always a big thing to my mother and I loved when she dressed up. I noticed there are many darling vintage looks out ... Read More
A Girlfriend’s Lunch-The Bloggers are Coming!
Last week I hosted my first real party or meal here since moving back. I don't know why it took me so long. I had that, 'I still haven't gotten to..' feeling about just about everything here, but heck it was time, especially since I've been the guest ... Read More
Holiday Fashion Edit- Join Me and 6 Others for Ideas
Today I'm excited to participate in a collaboration with six other bloggers on holiday looks. We're kicking it off to get you in the mindset for festive dressing. There is always some event you're going to want to get a bit more fancy for. Today I ... Read More
My New Serena & Lily Rug
It's that time of year when many of us are motivated to spruce up the house for guests with the upcoming holidays and a new rug is one of the easiest ways to do that. I just added a Serena & Lily rug to my dining room and I think it makes the ... Read More
Fall Style Inspiration from Katie Holmes
I am going to try for a weekly fashion post as you all seem to like them. Today I thought I'd kick it off with someone who has been killing it right now in the style department, Katie Holmes. The girl recently split from her longtime boyfriend Jamie ... Read More
Fall Beauty Favorites
I spent the first part of my working years, during college and after, as a beauty consultant at Nordstrom and later doing freelance makeup. I'm still a huge beauty junkie and love to keep up with what is new so I was excited to get to a beauty event ... Read More
Fall Transition Pieces You Need Now
It was almost 90 degrees in parts of Northern Cal today, and yet last week I had my fireplace on and wore jackets! Fall clothes are especially my thing. I cannot wait for sweaters, scarves and boots, and to prep I cleared out my closet last week. For ... Read More
Before & After -My Laundry/Mudroom Renovation
Hope you all had a good week. They sure go fast don't they? I am loving the cool weather this morning and the leaves on our pistache trees on our street just started to turn brilliant pink and red hues. It makes me think I may be able to wear a ... Read More
My New Pillows and Things to Love from Serena & Lily’s Friends & Family Sale
I know so many of you have asked more about Serena & Lily since I wrote my post about my new kitchen. I'm so glad you all also love their things! Serena & Lily is known for their high quality bedding and specially made lighting, furniture and ... Read More
Monday Musings – My New Yard, Pumpkins and Dining Room
How was your weekend? We got a little hint of the chill of fall and it was so nice. I even bought a cozy dark green sweater and got my boots out of the back of the closet! Thanks everyone for the lovely comments about the new kitchen. We are STILL ... Read More
Life at My New Kitchen Counter with Serena & Lily
I'm so excited to share our home remodel with you guys and I thought I'd begin with my favorite space, the kitchen. It's finally fall this week and I'm ready for baking and warm comfort foods! Do you all feel the same? It makes me so happy right now ... Read More
