Lavender Lemonade…

I had received a notification in May that an absolutely beautiful and picturesque farm in Connecticut (that I’d seen all over social media last Spring!) was opening it’s doors for the season once again. Since I’d missed the window to visit in 2023, I set a reminder to stop by at some point this year […]

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Local Loves: Ice Cream Alley

It’s been quite a while since I had a “Local Loves” spotlight on something in my own neighborhood- especially something that is within a short walking distance from my apartment- but given how beautiful (and hot!) the weather has been lately, it seemed like the perfect time to talk about one of my most beloved […]

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OOTD: Leafy Greens

I have a confession, everyone. It’s nothing salacious, and I know for a fact I’m not the only one thinking/feeling this way, but I am so ready for Summer. Maybe it’s because I’ll be kicking off music festival season in a couple of weeks with the arrival of Boston Calling, or maybe it’s because Troy […]

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Derby Day Drinks: Watermelon Sweet Tea

I’ve never had any interest in watching the Kentucky Derby (I’m not a fan of any kind of animal racing,) but year after year I’m invited to stop by “Derby Day” themed parties and get-togethers, be it by friends of co-workers, which usually consist of a lot of snacks, a lot of colorful dresses, and […]

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A Month to Remember: August 2023

I have to keep reminding myself that as excited as I am for September, the Fall and all my favorite Autumnal activities, Halloween, etc., etc., that I need to practice being present and living in the moment just a little bit more- and that includes taking the time to bid a fond farewell to August […]

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Festivals, Weddings and Headless Horsemen…

The days following an action-packed and extra long weekend can be, and usually are, excruciating- especially when returning to work or trying to get your sleep schedule back in order. This is the predicament I’ve found myself in these past couple of days as I play some catch-up at the office while also simultaneously recovering […]

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OOTD: Neutral By Nature…

A peek into my late-Summer color palette as of late will reveal a few things, but the most obvious is that I’m in the midst of a neutral Renaissance within my closet. Maybe I’m teetering on the edge of my own “Sad Beige” era, but I simply cannot stop scooping up pieces and accessories in […]

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