So the past couple of days I was in New York City doing a satellite media tour. I basically went around the country (via the magic of satellite technology) talking about how to find gifts with meaning, even at the [...]
I love jewelry, especially when it holds a special meaning. Years ago I bought a simple gold initial ring. I engraved the initials “I M” on the front and on the inside engraved the word “blessed”. No one could see [...]
Yesterday in my inbox, I received a message from a woman I’ve long admired, Tanea Smith, founder of She’s Got Papers. A paper and pen girl herself, it’s no wonder we get along so well. I was so enamored by [...]
September 9, 2010
Blog Posts, DIY Fun, Style
Giving someone flowers unexpectedly holds a lot of meaning. Different cultures have used flower giving as a way to signify everything from love, friendship, loyalty, to compassion, trust, and future wealth. And, each flower has a meaning of its own. [...]
It is raining today. LuLu, Little Man, and I are on our front porch just watching it fall. The kids are calmer on the porch when it rains – it relaxes their energetic little bodies. And, it is such a [...]
Maybe it’s because I love the symbolism of the dragonfly – their short lives reminding us to live life to its fullest. They are carried by wind representing change, but fantastic flyers that can twist and turn, glide fast or [...]
Affirmation Bookmarks are a great way to remind yourself and others how special we all are. I had a blast myself making these bookmarks and handing them out as “secret messages” to friends and colleagues. I kept a bunch in [...]
I love handbags that are both functional and cute. Functional that is to replace the diaper bag, the laptop bag, the portfolio bag – depending on my day and situation. [...]