I’m officially an Auntie! I met my niece Cecileia Jane Jenkins for the very first time on Tuesday afternoon and she is 7 lbs 15/2 ounces of pure cuteness. There is just something so magical about holding a baby for…
Considering a Facial Steamer? Here’s Why You Should
Having a quality facial steamer is essential for those of us who are serious about our skincare routines (and still don’t feel comfortable going to get a facial). On evenings when I steam, I cleanse my face, steam, and then…
Brunch at North Italia Southend
Checking out new restaurants when they’ve just opened is always an exciting experience. Usually I like to wait a couple of weeks (or sometimes months) for a new restaurant to work out all the kinks (if there are any) before…
Say Yes to Happy Skin with Nécessaire
“Treat Your Body Like Your Face” I was recently introduced to Nécessaire just a few weeks before their one-year anniversary. For years I’ve been looking for the right lotion and body wash that was truly fragrance-free. With everything being scented…
On the List
On this weekend before Thanksgiving we decided to take it easy. So a trip to grab flowers to replace some of our flowers that bit it with the recent frost, a look around Homegoods and picking up some food to-go…
Inside the Floral Wonderland of The Mint Gardener with Sarah Simon
I was first introduced to the floral artwork of Sarah Simon (aka The Mint Gardener) during a Watercolor Summit Class. I was a beginner to the world of watercolor, and the way that Sarah talks about art and how she…