Around the time I was really pregnant, all I craved was raisin bran cereal. It was comforting to me and made my growing belly happy. It’s suiting that both my children love raisin bran today! Raisins also remind me of my grandmother. That red box was always there…used in oatmeal, granola, cookies, cakes, bread, and salads. Fresh, chewy and plump raisins …
Get Ready for Rush
It’s that time of year when incoming college freshmen girls are getting ready to go through rush…what a fun time it is. Going through rush is an exciting and memorable time that you will never forget. This is an experience of a lifetime that will shape your college career in the very best way. Get ready to …
The soul selects her society
A few days ago we watched our wedding video… it’s been fifteen years! For several years we celebrated without even thinking to watch it but in the last three years it has become a tradition to enjoy it on our anniversary with our children. Our two kids always have so many questions and comments…”Why is Grandpa’s …
Galveston Girls Weekend
There are few things better than a Girl’s Getaway, especially when it’s with a group of ballet dancers who enjoy wine, yoga, Pilates and fine food. Four friends kicked off the trip shopping at some local treasure troves and then hit up the Tremont House for cocktails on the roof. I’m still dreaming about the mojito! Then we happily walked the strand …
Summertime Birthday Inspiration
Summertime is the most popular time to have a baby. Chances are you know many people who have summer birthdays coming up. Here are a few of my favorite people who have inspired me to create the perfect summer birthday party…recipes, music and gift inspirations for each special person. Bonne fête!! Inspiration for your Taurus …
Mother’s Day: Dancing with my girl
My Mom was a dancer, I’m a dancer. It seems completely natural that my daughter grows up with a love for dance too. My parents put me in a creative dance class when I was three…all three of us started dancing very early in life. I remember several occasions when music would be on in …
Paquita: LakeCities Ballet Theatre
Saturday night, on our way to the MCL Grand Theatre my daughter urged me to, “hurry up Mom!” She was excited to participate in the pre-performance workshop that LakeCities Ballet Theatre was offering for children. It was a joy to watch her learn and dance the children’s mazurka from the ballet Paquita. After a mini …
Edgar Degas and Jackson Pollock…for children
Children are always the best audience. I couldn’t wait to come to school every day that the Traveling Art Exhibit was on display. Our PTA was once again, kind enough to purchase the exhibit for arts and education in order to acquaint children with Edgar Degas and Jackson Pollock. Most people know how much the arts can impact creative thinking. …
Vail: Like Nothing on Earth
Vail, Colorado looks like a quaint European village. It has jaw-dropping postcard views of sunny blue skies and spectacular powdery snow conditions. Vail is plentiful in great restaurants, spas, and fun. Vail’s slogan is “Like nothing on Earth.” It’s true… Vail is a dream vacation. Growing up, my family spent many spring breaks in Beaver Creek and we’d visit …
Can I Have Another Piece of Aperol Flourless Chocolate Cake?
Any time is a good time for chocolate cake. Remember that Crowded House song from the 90’s, Can I have another piece of chocolate cake? My friend Jen and I played that song over and over again the summer we were fearless and fifteen. Chocolate cake has no season…it’s good ANY time of year. The great thing …
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The Best Books for Francophiles (pour vous et les enfants)
It’s no secret that I’m a total Francophile. Most of my favorite books are about France. I fell in love with France on my first trip to Paris at seventeen and I’ve been reading about it ever since. Everything sounds better in French. I love the style, butter, language and joie de vivre of the French. …
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Send Someone a Love Letter
What’s better than a love letter for Valentine’s Day? Jean Honoré Fragonard knew how a love letter and flowers could make a girl’s heart skip…add some chocolate and she’s smitten. Just look at the way Fragonard painted this young lady’s cheeks, she’s as giddy as a girl from the 1770’s could have been. Fragonard’s paintings were so flirtatious. Wouldn’t …