Black Velvet

Black Velvet

Happy New Year's Eve, my dearies! As we each reflect on the lessons learned and joys earned in the past year, I'm reminded again of how fleeting time is. I'm as cynical as anyone else of new year resolutions, but I want to be striving harder in the coming year to live more in the present. Between my efforts...

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Festive Flannel

Festive Flannel

And before we knew it, it was Christmas Eve! I hope that all of you good people are enjoying this lovely and festive time of year with your favorite people, food and fun! As much as I complain about the hassles of snow and a true Northeast winter, El Niño has guaranteed a snow-less Christmas this year and I'm still trying to grapple with...

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Taupe for the Holidays

Taupe for the Holidays

As much as I enjoy getting taken in by the red, white, green and gold school of fish that the human race turns into this time of year, I made a mental note earlier in the season to give myself a challenge, even if a small one, this holiday season that would let me try something...

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