Although Monday was apparently National Cocktail Day, and I was debating writing about one of the many fine and fun establishments around the Pioneer Valley where I can stop to get a great drink with dinner or a refreshing hard cider just because – your girl loves her coffee more than anything (it’s in the […]
Happy Valentine’s Day, everyone! Although this will be another year where Troy and I will be celebrating our relationship and all things love and romance from opposite sides of the country, that doesn’t mean I can’t treat myself to some of the typical fanfare that comes with today’s holiday – like taking myself out to […]
I had wanted to share this post last Friday, but I was both recovering from a 24-hour cold (it always happens with the change in seasons, and I’m doing much better now!) as well as finalizing the last of my car repairs and maintenance as we approach the colder months here in New England. An […]
It’s been more than a minute since I’ve visited Cape Cod, specifically Hyannis, with my last trip there taking place well before the pandemic started as part of an early Summer getaway weekend with my group of girlfriends. The coastal community, filled with great cafés, shops, historical monuments, museums and of course – plenty of […]
This week is shaping up to be one of the busiest I’ve had in a while, which is almost always the case leading up to a long weekend/vacation. I’m working as normal, attending meetings and appointments before I take off for Boston Calling and then Maine for an extended Memorial Day holiday- but there’s also […]
Every once in a while, something will come across my social media feeds that will stop me in my tracks- be it an incredible looking recipe/dish, a miracle makeup product, a travel destination or a local business I’d never heard of before. Such was the case leading up to this past weekend, when I saw […]
At the end of March, which was one of the most busy and nerve-racking months of my life, I had said that my goal for April was to simply rest, relax, get back into my routine and enjoy some travel- and for the most part- I was successful. Although a little more relaxation would have […]
April showers aren’t uncommon at all here in New England. As many sunny and bright days as we’ve had these last few weeks, we’ve had just as many cold, dreary and soaking wet ones, as well. While torrential downpours can and often do interrupt outdoor activities or ideas- it’s why I always try to have […]