I made it. I actually did it. I decided to do a Dry January and take a month off from drinking wine. acandraja / Pixabay In case you missed my previous post on attempting a Dry January, here’s the story. I was feeling really toxic after a holiday season, New Year’s Eve and the Rose Bowl and decided it might […]
5 life changing tips to love your body more today.
Several simply fantastic ways even you, yes you, can learn to love your body. This weekend I went on a very long bike ride. 66 miles spread over 2 days. I’m not that used to long bike rides, I’ve only done a handful over 20 miles. And I did this one carrying a 20 pound backpack (with my chihuahua strapped inside […]
Mom jeans are back in style. And my crotch is scared.
Mom Jeans Are Back, because obviously someone forgot how ugly these things were the first time around. The 80’s are back and I’m not happy. Just when I’d finally made peace with lowrise jeans (OK, so 20 years after they debuted but who’s counting?) it seems that the fashion Gods have decided that Mom jeans are once again stylish. Because I […]
My Divorce is Almost Final. And the Feelings Aren’t What I Expected.
My divorce might be legally over soon. I don’t know exactly how I feel about that. On a recent morning, I hung up the phone with my divorce attorney. “I think we are done”, he says. Done. A word I’d wished for so long to hear. Done. As in, you might finally be legally divorced. After almost six, yes you […]
3 Essentials To Add Instant Style to A Casual Outfit
3 Casual Basics To Mix Into Your Existing Wardrobe Here are a few key pieces for the chillier weather that are comfortable, casual and stylish-all at the same time! Try adding these pieces to some of the basics that you already wear on a daily basis to add some style to your casuals. 1. Fashionable Sneakers. Ditch the big bulky […]
A new anti-aging treatment for uneven skin tone.
A new way of treating dark spots, unevenness & hyperpigmentation. I stumbled upon a great new anti-aging skincare solution, Rewind Skin Rejuvenating Serum, while surfing the interwebs one day and couldn’t wait to try it out. It’s from Alon Labs, a California based company in Silicon Valley. I’ve had melasma and hyperpigmentation for years. In case you aren’t familiar […]
Dry January- Why I’m Going A Month Without Wine
I don’t know about you but I’m holiday’d out. Christmas parties, cookie baking, family celebrations, dinners. And that ‘s not even counting New Year’s Eve with free flowing champagne. I’m not complaining, I had a wonderful time. But now in the harsh light of January, I feel toxic and bloated. I need a break. Which is why I’ve decided to go […]
What are you saying Good Riddance to in 2015?
What are you saying “good riddance” to in 2015? There were lots of amazing things that happened to me in 2015. My daughter entered a wonderful school that she loves. I have an amazing boyfriend who makes me happy. I have friends that enrich my life. My dog kinda digs me. I’ve got lots of things that I can’t wait […]