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After two years of teeth gnashing and hand wringing (seriously, two years), Husband and I redid our estate plan and the difficult decisions around what would happen to Leah and Benjamin if, G-d forbid, both of us were suddenly gone. It was a long, long, painful discussion. But what it brought to light were some [...]

If you were a gift (and you SO are), these would be the wrapping you would want. I’m over at momtastic today looking at some delicious statement necklaces. Come take a look for some hints and tips for wearing these lovelies! Share

Maybe it’s the Texas in me, but I have something of a love affair with Neiman Marcus. It is where I first learned the exquisite craftsmanship in luxury brands. I had my first menswear lesson shopping for Husband’s rehearsal dinner suit there. (Jamal, you are missed.) It was where I bought my first “big girl” [...]

Photography by Christine Tremoulet Growing up in Texas you learn a lot about the history of things around here. You grow up surrounded by stories. We’re a proud sort — only New Yorkers rival our level of state pride, and we’re okay with that. We understand them. They are, in that sense, our northern twin [...]

Ohhhhh, there are so many things to be thankful for at this time of year. My list starts with friends and family, but right behind them is PIE and other assorted Thanksgiving goodies. I’m over at momtastic today talking about the importance of elastic waistbands and the rules for wearing stretchy pants. Oh, yes, there [...]

here are nights where a “real meal” just won’t due. You want something light, but filling and really soul soothing. A favorite go-to dinner in this house is the ever popular “Breakfast for Dinner”, but sometimes you want something a little more sophisticated. This is what you want. The original recipe is found over at [...]

t doesn’t take a wardrobe of eight million clothes to dress stylishly. The same holds true for your jewelry collection. I’m over at momtastic talking about the six basic earrings every woman should own – and why. Do you own all of these? Share

I few things I believe to be true in life. Because manners and graciousness count. Making an entrance is one thing, making an exit is something else. This is how cooking should feel. You must be prepared. This. You guys have a great weekend – we’ll see you back here Monday. xo Share

Anthropoligie ‘Minnow’ Earrings | KristinNoelDesigns Champagne Citrine Earrings | LauraJDesigns00 Champagne & Circles Earrings | Coralia Leets Double Stone Clear Quartz & White Druzy Earrings (OV Fav!) he holiday season is so celebratory. All of our gauzy fabrics have given away to ones a bit more substantial, woven with metallic threads or full of sequins’ [...]

I’ve mentioned in the past that Hanukkah around here is a Very Big Deal. Dad always took great pride in his gift giving and, more importantly, his gift PRESENTING. We, aptly, named that “The Hanukkah Show”. Come to think of it, Dad was the original “Oprah’s Favorite Things”. Growing up we learned that not only [...]