Lately, I’ve been fixated on tree houses. What is it about them? Well, tree houses certainly appeal to the child in all of us and bring us closer to nature (Silver Linings). At one point (yesterday!) I dreamed of living among the birds in a house nestled on the leafy branches of a towering tree.… Continue reading Magical Treehouses to Live In!
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Style: Profile with Lyn Devon
It is an honor and delight to be included on Lyn Devon’s blog. Lyn is as beautiful on the inside as her clothes are on the oustside. She is a dear friend and Silver Lining in my life! Hollye is a client and close friend whose classic polished all-American style, beautiful toothy smile and upbeat indomitable spirit… Continue reading Style: Profile with Lyn Devon
The Importance of Rituals
Rituals have always been a great Silver Lining of my life. For as long as I can remember, I have bathed in the peace and tranquility that rituals bring to my life. Rituals remind me of what is important and provide a sense of stability and continuity in my life. A ritual is a well-defined sequence of… Continue reading The Importance of Rituals
(Not Saying) "I told you so!"
Last Friday, I made the decision to buy a new iPhone. I did this for a couple of reasons: 1) though still functional, my old iPhone was cracked and couldn’t hold battery life for more than a couple of hours and 2) the camera on the iPhone 5 is leaps and bounds better than any… Continue reading (Not Saying) "I told you so!"
Style: Ferragamo’s Vara Pump Celebrates its 35th Birthday
For a little Thursday morning fashion eye candy, I thought I’d share Salvatore Ferragamo’s 35th anniversary celebration of the Vara Shoe. The Vara Shoe is the mid-heeled patent ballet-style shoe with a grosgrain bow and metallic disk. This shoe is very special to me because I vividly remember my grandmother wearing her “Ferragamo’s.” Oh how I loved… Continue reading Style: Ferragamo’s Vara Pump Celebrates its 35th Birthday
Isabella Gourmet Foods in Santa Barbara is a Must!
There is a new and fantabulous shop in Santa Barbara called Isabella Gourmet Foods. My oh my oh my am I ever excited about it! The (adorable!) owner, Amy Isabella Chalker describes her new shop as “Santa Barbara’s whimsical answer to New York City’s venerable Dean & Deluca, serving its patrons the most unique gourmet… Continue reading Isabella Gourmet Foods in Santa Barbara is a Must!
Alexandra Knight Style File!
Today, I am so honored to be featured on my dear friend, Alexandra Knight’s Style File blog. What a Silver Lining! I’ve written about Alexandra Knight many times on The Silver Pen because I am a big fan of not only Alexandra’s designs, but Alexandra herself. In fact, she is one of my favorite people in the whole… Continue reading Alexandra Knight Style File!
Bookworm: How to Be a Friend to a Friend Who is Sick
Now, HERE my friends is an absolute MUST read: How to Be a Friend to a Friend Who is Sick by Letty Cottin Pogrebin! It is a must read because the truth is – and I know this all too well! – we are all either going to be sick or have a friend who… Continue reading Bookworm: How to Be a Friend to a Friend Who is Sick
Santa Barbara White Fire: Evacuation Kit & Disaster Preparedness Checklist
A few months ago, I wrote about getting a Disaster Preparedness bag or Evacuation Kit together and have finally finished the project. I must say that it’s pretty good timing because currently the Santa Barbara “White Fire,”* a fast moving fire is burning in the nearby Los Padres National Forest. Tankers are flying overhead as… Continue reading Santa Barbara White Fire: Evacuation Kit & Disaster Preparedness Checklist
I Madonnari Street Painting Festival in Santa Barbara
On Memorial Day weekend, Suddenly Seven (a/k/a my daughter) and I had a magical experience at the I Madonnari Festival. This colorful festival is held at the Mission in Santa Barbara every Memorial Day weekend. By the way, for the record, Suddenly Seven loves nothing more than a good festival! Madonnari or madonna street painters trace… Continue reading I Madonnari Street Painting Festival in Santa Barbara