Gracious Living. Timeless Design. Family Traditions.
At the top of my wish list this year is an Hermes scarf by artist Kermit Oliver. However, it will not be in stores until January and the wait list is long, with some wanting 4 or 5 scarves. This is his 16th scarf design and will be a tribute to the wildlife on […]
It was with great nostalgia and sadness that I type this. One of my heroes has passed away, the iconic Lilly Pulitzer. Ironically I am reading her biography right now, Lilly by Kathryn Livingston. As I type, it is sitting on my bedside table. Lilly Pulitzer was my kind of girl. She must have a […]
Ok, I’ll admit it…..one of my guilty (but not too guilty) pleasures is an old fashioned magazine. It all began about 30 years ago with a copy of Seventeen. Perfect for plane rides, car rides and sheer relaxation, a good magazine can transport you into another world with it’s sheer eye candy. These days, I […]
I took a day off last week and made a quick trip to Dallas in between school drop off and pick up. Over the years I have become very adept at this little ritual of sorts. To me, it is an easy renewal of inspiration!! I live an hour and a half south of Big […]
One of my favorite traditions of the holidays are cards of well wishes to loved ones and call me old fashioned, but I think it is important to address them correctly. By addressing the envelope correctly, you are honoring the recipient. I have the privilege of knowing Mr. Robert Hickey, the premier authority […]
Last weekend my husband and I went to Santa Fe with 3 other couples to celebrate a dear friend’s 50th birthday. We only stayed 2 nights due to everyone’s over crowded schedule, but we certainly made every minute count. We arrived being greeted by a very professional, friendly staff at the ROSEWOOD INN OF THE ANASAZI, […]
You know the old saying, what smells after three days, right? The old adage answer is fish and house guests !!! However, there are certain things a house guest can do that will endear him/her to the host and guarantee a favorable impression! Being a good guest comes with experience and little details in behavior are certainly […]
