While getting ready for dinner and the theater, we heard about a pop-up art extravaganza in the Great Hall of Union Station in Seattle. So, naturally, we took a detour. Never mind that I was dressed up and the artists’ salon wasn’t a dressy event… I wasn’t going to miss out on seeing over 70 decorative painters from around the …
Yesterday, I blogged about two more awards that I won for But I Do. Today, I’m honoring two of the dancers who made this project amazing. They have star power PLUS! Eric and Andrew dance with the world-famous Pacific Northwest Ballet. I grew up training with them at the Ballet’s official school. When we were making But I Do and …
In keeping with this week’s bargain theme, an ultimate wardrobe money-saver and travel tip is to collect pieces that can be worn different ways to create many looks. I took a pair of 7 for All Mankind jeans on a trip together with a basic top and tailored jacket (similar). Then I used this as my base to create three …
Today is all about saving money when traveling without forgoing favorite perks. But before we jump into that, I want to give a shout-out to the blogger from The Concrete Cottage. Jeannine is a nurse, mom, and creative, resourceful lady. When she found this discarded suitcase it was all beaten up and covered in duck tape. She cleaned and painted …
A little less than two years ago, a fascinating girl named Cristin contacted me saying that she had read my book, The Single Girl’s Guide to Meeting European Men, and it inspired her to travel. We became insta-friends as she embarked on a journey that took her to about 32 countries and enticed her to live for awhile in five. …
Some of the most fashion forward ladies will flock to Kentucky this weekend for the Derby. This isn’t just “the most exciting two minutes in sports,” it’s one of the most famously social weekends on the calendar. Festivities begin today, May 1st, and the black tie events commence tomorrow evening. Just to give you a sample, there’s Barnstable Brown Gala, …
Last weekend, I was honored to meet Pierre Dulaine, four-time ballroom dancing world champion. Pierre’s passion is creating “Dancing Classrooms” in public schools, where troubled youth learn to overcome hostility and insecurity through dance. This was the theme of the film, Take the Lead, with Antonio Banderas portraying Pierre. Together with Pierre, I attended the Northwest premiere of another film …
I wish! Actually, it’s the one-year anniversary of when the Canada International Film Festival awarded me the Royal Reel Award for my short film But I Do. That trip was when my love for Canada began! Shortly after winning the award, I was a guest on a national Canadian show produced by Shaw TV… and got to dish about men …
I love this holiday and learning of different traditions. For me, it’s a quiet day to reflect, attend church, spend time with loved ones, and pass out treats to neighbors and anyone feeling alone. For others, it means spring, Easter outfits, and social events. I can appreciate that sentiment. If you fit the latter category, there is an abundance of …
That sums up a major reason why I love spring! Seattle’s Pike Place Market is a favorite. And Kate Spade is sundress paradise. So I combined the Market and this floral confection. Pike Place, the longest running farmer’s market in the USA, was founded in 1927. Unique stalls, shops and restaurants cover three floors and the other side of the …
Here’s what greeted me upon my return from vacay. Yikes! After tackling some of my work, I’m dreaming of Cabo. When’s the return flight?! Since it’s Fashion Friday, I finished my break by compiling Cabo Fashion Crazes for you… Reflect It Out. Cabo is currently covered in reflector sunglasses…so when there is an amazing view, you see it times a …
Señor Sweets es un paraíso de postres. Yum doesn’t even begin to describe this Cabo San Lucas dessert heaven! A girl knows she’s on vacation when a Señor Sweets cheesecake is her evening snack… breakfast is a platter of pastries paired with a smoothie… and at lunch she happens upon this irresistible treat—but it’s so small. I could easily dust …
Since this is Meeting Men Monday, I’m sharing tips I just learned at one of my favorite weddings. I first met the bride and groom at the pool the day beforehand. They had carefully planned a beautiful destination wedding on the beach at sunset. The guest list was limited to close family and friends—but the couple arrived at their resort …
Today, I went to Pelican Rock, an old pirate hideaway, where the Pacific collides with the Sea of Cortez. You can only get there by water… So I kyaked on over—passing a whale jumping (yikes!), dolphins, schools of colorful fish, coral rocks and, of course, pelicans. As John Steinbeck wrote, at this spot you can see that “the names of …
Everyone knows that Cabo San Lucas is a fiesta 24/7. I love the beach life, friendly people, great food, and dancing. But one evening, I left my hotel seeking a more subdued experience… …and wound up in a traditional Mexican town. San José es un oasis de tranqulidad cerca a una ciudad festejera. This place is all about art galleries, …