I know that by December I’m going to be longing for and actively looking forward to being in a hotter climate again- but I don’t think I’m asking for too much when I say- “can Mother Nature chill just a little bit?” I’m not talking the need for non-stop snowstorms or frost or anything- because […]
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Are we tired about me writing about restaurants and local dining experiences yet? I hope not- because today’s installment of “Local Loves” is long overdue and just happens to be about one of my absolute favorite establishments in Easthampton, Massachusetts- Galaxy! The first time I ever came into this retro, colorful blast-from-the-past restaurant and bar […]
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Better late than never, I suppose! While my posts are typically published in the early mornings hours on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays (my travel and work schedule permitting, of course)– this week has been a little hectic both in my office and as I make last minute preparations before I head off to the West […]
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Is there anything more quintessentially Summer than both the visual and taste of a cold glass of lemonade? It’s one of my favorite treats to enjoy this time of year- especially in recent weeks while the temperatures continue soaring- so I knew I wanted to incorporate it into one of my recipes this month as […]
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Even though I’m already getting e-mails advertising Halloween events and Fall-inspired décor and candles- I’m still holding onto Summer with both hands- and will keep holding on right through August and into Labor Day Weekend (I’m going to be all about pumpkin spice after that, though.) That includes continued use and enjoyment of the additions […]
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One of the things I had included in my Summer 2022 “Must Visit/See” list was a trip to The Alice in NYC- an immersive, ‘Alice in Wonderland’-themed cocktail bar on Amsterdam Avenue that I had seen advertised, more than likely in the middle of the night, and sleepily said to myself: “oh yeah, I’d do […]
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Navigating through life as a perpetually pale girl has taught me valuable lessons and styling hacks, i.e.- don’t ever forget your sunscreen, ever (which is a good rule of thumb for everyone, really)– don’t wash yourself out even more by wearing too much white or pale/pastel hues, self-tanner is never a good idea and don’t […]
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Oh July! Where does the time go? With the end of this month coming up and the beginning of August- and the last leg of Summer- right around the corner, I wanted to give a proper send-off to a proper month that was filled with milestones, memories- a serious heatwave- and even a little but […]
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Coffee & Chiffon 