The above quote flashed on the screen at the beginning of "Book Club, The Next Chapter", the sequel to "The Book Club", as a reminder that we can't let life happen to us; we must create our destiny. It's a fun, light, entertaining movie about the same friend group as in the first and… Continue reading Friends…
Category: Lifestyle
Ode to Paris…
If you've been following the blog for some time, you will know all about my love of Paris. Up until several years before the pandemic, I travelled to Paris almost annually...and I miss it. I'm not going this year, and for sure not next year (the Olympics), so Paris is coming to me! What… Continue reading Ode to Paris…
Almost happy hour….
In January, I posted a blog titled "Mood Boards" and talked about the "Happy Hour" room we are working on. The image left (from Pinterest) was one of the inspirations from my mood board for the floor. The creation of the painted "mosaic tile" floor has begun with the help of many...one… Continue reading Almost happy hour….
Where have all the shops gone…
You know that sad 1960s folk song, "Where Have all the Flowers Gone"? That's how I feel about the closing of so many retail stores. However, when I looked up the meaning of the lyrics, the site suggested: "that even though the flowers have died, new ones will eventually grow in their… Continue reading Where have all the shops gone…
International Women’s Day…
Today, March 8, is the global celebration of International Women's Day, recognizing women's social, cultural and economic strides. This post is not about religion or politics...it's about celebrating women, where we've been, where we are, and where we can go... I've had (have) wonderful female role models in my life, starting with both of my grandmothers.… Continue reading International Women’s Day…
A Love Story…
How I long for the return of a can't wait to see romantic comedy (I'm channelling Jane Austen), and where is Nancy Meyers when we really need her! After a steady diet of cable news, unhinged politicians, devastating natural disasters, a senseless, heartbreaking war, not to mention Covid, isn't it time for a light,… Continue reading A Love Story…
2023…
According to the Chinese calendar, 2023 is the year of the Rabbit, a sign of longevity, peace and prosperity. Doesn't that sound like a promising year ahead? Twenty-three is my lucky number. Although I'm not superstitious, I can't help but think this will be a good year...something to look forward to. Chinese culture also designated… Continue reading 2023…
Black Friday…
Today marks the beginning of Thanksgiving Weekend in the United States. Along with turkey and football, "Black Friday" has become a tradition many partake in. Black Friday is the kick-off for the Christmas season...parades, local tree lighting and shopping. For retailers, it often turns their bottom line from red to black. But at what… Continue reading Black Friday…
London…
I've stayed at the Mayfair Biltmore Hotel in London before. Our home away from home on Grosvenor Square is quiet but conveniently located close to Hyde Park, all the tourist attractions and fabulous shopping. Grosvenor Square Grosvenor Square has had a rich and colourful history since the early 1700s. It is the second largest square… Continue reading London…
Coastal Grandmother Style…
The good news about the latest lifestyle trend, "The Coastal Grandmother", as coined by Tik Tok influencer, Lex Nicoletta (age 26), is that you don't actually have to be a grandmother. It's easy, breezy, and inspired by Nancy Meyer's movies, "Something's Gotta Give" and "It's Complicated". The wardrobe of those… Continue reading Coastal Grandmother Style…