Trying to decide what to wear to those upcoming holiday parties? Sometimes all you need is one great piece to take your usual party attire from just fun to festive. Pick up one or two of these pieces and you’l...

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! No matter what you’re doing today, Thanksgiving tends to be a little hectic. We’re traveling, hosting, cooking, visiting, entertaining, serving, eating, and cleaning, before...

  Now that the weather has taken a turn for the chillier, it may be time to adjust our skincare routines a bit to keep up with the changing seasons.  I found a great article on WebMD and thought I would...

Guess who's stocking is usually the leanest year-after-year?  You guessed it--it's probably yours.  But, why not try to earmark a few ideas to pass along to your loved ones?  I know they would appreci...

    I recently attended my 10-year college reunion and was pleasantly surprised to see how relaxed and laid back my fellow classmates are. We made the observation that at a 5-year reunion you are still...

    Over the last few months it became increasingly clear that I was seriously out of touch with the rest of the world. Granted, I had a pretty good excuse – I had my second baby in March, and wa...

Let’s face it, when you’re looking for something fun, shopping can be a real treat. However, if you’re looking for basics, pressed for time, or shopping for or with your kids, it can be a nightmare...

Sometimes you run across a wardrobe staple that is so great, so useful, or so comfortable that you want to buy one in every color. Here are a few fun fall pieces that might be worth buying in bulk.     ...

  I don’t know about you, but when it comes to exercise, I am easily bored. If my workout isn’t interesting there’s no way I’ll stay motivated. For this reason, I can’t rely on ...

  Our homes are the ultimate multi-taskers. Every space is designed to accomplish multiple purposes. We have family room/playroom/guest rooms and dining room/office/art studios. Our kitchens are also homewor...

  I am about halfway through a great book called Absolutely Organized: a Mom’s Guide to a No-Stress Schedule and Clutter-Free Home, and highly recommend it. It’s written by Debbie Lillard, a prof...

  If you’re looking for a way to spice up your home for autumn, think fall container gardens. Container gardens are a great way to decorate small spaces like a front or back porch, a terrace or a balco...