Finding and pursuing our passions is a mainstay of life happiness. We’re not all fortunate enough to find passion in our 9-to-5 jobs, although some of us have had the privilege of getting paid to do what we love. Many… Continue Reading
I love old style and fashion books. I have a small collection and it’s fun to browse through them, to see what’s changed and what stays the same. My latest, Clothes Sense by Barbara Weiland and Leslie Wood, wasn’t revolutionary.… Continue Reading
I scored this classic sheath dress at the Vancouver Blogger Meet-Up, episode 7: The Clothing Swap. It’s a crisp linen/cotton blend with great hand; the maker is WE Clothing from the Netherlands – a clue as to the original owner!… Continue Reading
There’s a whole lot of fuss about not-much, with regard to the RBF – “resting bitch face.” The New York Times even did a long story about it. And it’s a sexist concept: “When a man looks stern, or serious,… Continue Reading
I won a free facial/peel in a drawing at my dermatologist’s office. I have never had a facial in my 60 years, although I have experimented with over-the-counter peeling products. The peel I received is Radiance by Obagi (link for… Continue Reading
I have to thank my fabulous friends Pao and Melanie for this look. When I tried this linen skirt (similar) on at a Vancouver thrift store, I thought “too mumsey.” Melanie immediately said, “Paint a black circle on it.” And… Continue Reading
This isn’t profound advice, but it makes me laugh. I was listening to a book on CD yesterday during our long ride home from Tampa Bay. It’s our common practice; it does help the miles slip past. I’d chosen Yes,… Continue Reading
Not a gala ball, just a baseball game. But it’s one of our favorite summer activities: a drive over to Tampa Bay to watch a Rays game. As you can guess, it’s all casual, but who wants to be messy?… Continue Reading