Last week, with Easter approaching, I was inspired to create a pretty floral arrangement for the entry of our home. My husband and sons were traveling in Asia on business, and planning to return the night before Easter - a few special touches would welcome them back for a very simple holiday.
Read MoreI recently went through my Instagram and Facebook accounts and did a little spring cleaning, to restore a little harmony with what I want from my social network relationships.
Read MoreI was recently introduced, by my friend Kim, to another new obsession! It’s cold, crunchy and addictive.
Read MoreMy past week was defined by meaningful events and "moments," and looking back on the whirlwind of it all, it certainly feels like a message. Here are the snapshots:
Read MoreRecently a friend mentioned that she had enjoyed an afternoon spent during our Northern California rainstorms alone in her cozy room reading a good book - a lovely few hours she called a ‘guilty pleasure’.
Read MoreHello? Can we talk about Adele at the Grammys last Sunday? She racked up five awards including Song, Record, and Album of the Year at the 59th annual awards
Read MoreFor Sterrin Bird, founder of Pacific Advancement Partners, nonprofits are never ‘business as usual’ - creative and innovative thinking can support their missions with maximum positive impact.
Read MoreThe past week has certainly been an emotional one. My Facebook feed is still filled with images of so many friends - women, children, men - coming together- who were out to peacefully march, stand up for their beliefs, and make their voices heard.
Read MoreI am not a camper. I did not grow up in tents, around acampfire, or eating the ‘fresh catch of the day’ from the river. And yet, I love the idea of camping -
Read MoreWith a new year comes new opportunity … and at times the wealth of opportunities can be a little (or a lot!) overwhelming
Read MoreJoie de vivre - a wonderful expression, literally translated to ‘a delight in being alive’ - and it’s the feeling that drew me toward Amanda Bevilacqua...
Read More