I love to pack for New York City. Packing is not usually one of my favorite pastimes, but I love thinking about all the fun we’re going to have when we get there. I have a standard list, but the fun… Continue Reading
I envy you bloggers who always have an amazing photo location for your blog shots. I do almost all my Visible Monday pics on our balcony because: 1) it’s covered from the weather; 2) it’s (mostly) private; 3) the light is good; and… Continue Reading
Sometimes you see a piece – usually at the thrift – and you don’t know how or where you’re going to wear it, but you gotta have it. And usually when that feeling strikes, and you buy it, you end up… Continue Reading
It’s still summer temperatures here (you’re getting tired of me writing that, eh?) and I’m feeling desperate to throw on a cardigan or scarf. A little cropped jacket would be fun, not to mention a pair of tights. A velour… Continue Reading
I have a spot in the back of my head where my hair grows wonky, and it looks, well, balding. Aaack. I do have thin, fine and thinning hair anyway, so this is not going to fix itself. My add-on hair… Continue Reading
Here’s another pretty dress that didn’t make the cut for my NYC trip. Although it’s a silver beauty, and the price was right ($6 at Molly Mutt thrift shop), it needs alterations and somehow doesn’t express my NYC vow-renewal vibe. Welcome… Continue Reading
It’s time, even in the sub-tropics, to start thinking about some Fall-ish pieces for the wardrobe. It’s getting dark earlier, the Pumpkin Spice latte is on the shelves, and I feel like picking up a few new things. My broken… Continue Reading
A lot’s been written about the value of shopping alone vs. with a friend. On the “alone” side of the ledger: no time limits, more focus and concentration, no distraction from the task. Work at your own pace – tear… Continue Reading