The Nordstrom Anniversary Sale happens every year, however, this year there are a few nuances that make it a bit different than years past. Nevertheless, it’s here and I am excited! I remember the first time I shopped the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale. I was with my cousin Lara, in Portland, Oregon.
Read More“Lingerie is my next love after clothing; I think it is what is worn underneath that really inspires a woman to feel beautiful in her clothes - that inner, secret glamour.”― Alice Temperley
I agree with Alice—and then it comes time to washing that lingerie! Then I feel a bit more like Phyllis Diller who said “I've buried a lot of my laundry in the back yard.”
Read MoreWhile I know in the literal sense I could live without each of these items in my kitchen, they truly make working, cooking, baking and entertaining much easier. I love each item and here’s why.
Read MoreAs a child, I remember disliking all jam and jelly. My Grandmother, who was a local caterer and canning aficionado, would always load my mother up with her years-worth of canned jams and jellies—much to my chagrin. When it came time to eat them, I would look at the vintage jars and ask my mom what the heck a “loganberry” was or “marionberry.” Why couldn’t we just have the “normal” store-bought stuff that said “strawberry jam?”
Read MoreSo many chairs but hard to know what one to purchase. I love a good club chair but it has to have a few qualities before I would even consider it. I have seen many beautiful chairs that look extremely relaxing and perfect, but after sitting in them for a minute you quickly realize that looks don’t always equal comfort.
Read MoreIsn’t there an old adage that states, “third time’s a charm?” Apparently that also applies to dining tables. While I was not hoping for the experience I am about to share, it is what ultimately lead us to our finding our beautiful dining table.
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