When the familiar character of Fall fills the air, I am reminded me of the gratitude I've always had for my favorite season. This is the first weekend afternoon I have sat in my home, alone, for a very long time. So long in fact, I can’t remember the last time. So, what did I want to do when I found myself in this beautiful quiet and still place?
Read MoreImpossibly chic. On-trend. Sassy-sweet. The same headlines that have been used to describe the beauty brand Smith & Cult are also applicable to my friend Jeanne Chavez, co-founder of the brand.
Read MoreThis is my love letter to Portland. I’ve become even more enamored with Portland after my latest excursions.
Read MoreWhy do we create more excuses for reasons NOT to take a break from routine and responsibilities than we do finding reasons for why we should? Let's discuss how you would feel if you "fell off the wagon" of your life.
Read MoreA recent visit to Hawaii served as a nice reminder of the importance of ritual in our lives.
One of the aspects of island living I love most is the ceremony at days end — everyone stops what they’re doing to gather on the shore and watch the magical moment as the sun drops into the Pacific.
Read MoreIt’s December twenty-first and I’m not even close to being done with Christmas shopping. I have yet to finalize a menu or wrap all the gifts. Christmas cards? Not happening...
Read MoreBay Area Photographer Amelia Plumb (aka: Amy) knows a thing or two about finding a passion-meets-parenthood mix.
Read MoreThis past week I ran a few errands on Fourth Street in Berkeley. As I hopped in my car and drove along Highway 80, I suddenly felt an urge to call Kirsten, a dear old friend
Read MoreI recently returned from my one-week retreat in Paris. The City of Light offers much for reflection and the Parisian lifestyle left me with a few interesting realizations.
Read MoreI have escaped to a mid summer retreat in Paris! I can't think of a more heavenly place to spend time with a group of women who want to make a difference in the world, create and collaborate and think about their "legacy" every day.
Read MoreMay is that time of year when our newsfeeds are filled with wonderful graduation photos and clips of various commencement speeches.
Read MoreKaren Hill has been a go-to friend for fashion advice and knowledge, so I was thrilled about the launch of her new venture - a Stylist business combining her experience in the industry with innate great taste and her ongoing love affair with style - Passion for Fashion.
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