T Magazine (both in print and online) is one of my favorite sources of inspiration, from travel to food to fashion. The publication is the perfect combination of aesthetic sense and intellectual curiosity (Silver Lining). Sally Singer was named the Editor nearly two years ago (I continue to ask myself: where on earth has the time… Continue reading T is Terrific
Inspired Living & Celebrating Life
Something Good Organics is Something Great!
Here in Santa Barbara (and all over California, really), we are incredibly fortunate to be surrounded by the freshest, most wonderfully healthful fruits and vegetables. We literally have a farmer’s market EVERY day of the week…all year round (Silver Lining). Coming from the Midwest, I’m still amazed (& filled with gratitude!) about this! Recently, I… Continue reading Something Good Organics is Something Great!
Heroes
Last week I was absolutely dumbfounded when several readers and Facebook friends emailed me out of the blue to say that they nominated me for the WebMD Health Hero award. My first thought was: WTF? Really? My second thought was: THANK YOU. So. Very. Much. What this did, however, was stimulate a wonderful thought process… Continue reading Heroes
Sunday Sweetness #13: Trees
After our trip to Yosemite earlier this summer, I have a new found adoration and appreciation for trees (Silver Lining). Not only are they are truly magnificent…but they are profoundly important to our lives. The importance of trees cannot be overstated. It’s likely that if not for trees, human life on earth would not even… Continue reading Sunday Sweetness #13: Trees
A Moveable Feast
A picnic is the quintessential essence and Silver Lining of summertime. One of the reasons why I love picnics so much is because you can have them anywhere. The HOTY (Husband Of The Year), Sweetly Six, Buzz and I love nothing more than throwing a blanket down in the back yard for reading, talking and noshing.… Continue reading A Moveable Feast
Happy 4th of July!
To be in Santa Barbara on the Fourth of July, where there’s a parade on our village street and kids get pelted with candy, is to experience an America that’s hard to find these days…and we love every single minute (Silver Lining)! Happy 4th of July!
Happy 4th of July…Through the Decades
In case you haven’t noticed, I love-love-love the 4th of July! It’s an easy, relaxed, pressure-free (i.e., NO GIFTS!) holiday. The decor is festive but not frivolous (though don’t get me wrong, I do love my frivolity!). The food is fresh and delectable. Triple Silver Lining. I also happen to think that the 4th of… Continue reading Happy 4th of July…Through the Decades
Freedom
Bookworm: Cornelia Guest's Simple Pleasures
I’m really excited to share a new book, Cornelia Guest’s Simple Pleasures. To describe the book, it is most important to describe the author herself – Cornelia Guest. She is an animal activist, philanthropist, and quite savvy business woman who resides in New York. Guest, whose mother was one of New York’s great hostesses, C.Z. Guest, founded… Continue reading Bookworm: Cornelia Guest's Simple Pleasures
Silver Lined Discoveries: Decor with Food
When it comes to spontaneous creativity, especially in the home-making part of my life, I am a complete doofus. Seriously. I get all inspiration and motivation and ideas from magazines and the web. Thank heavens for the brilliance of others (Silver Lining)! I’m always looking for fun ways to serve (healthy!) food to kids. When I… Continue reading Silver Lined Discoveries: Decor with Food