Small Pretties

Something about summer stirs up memories of family kitchens—the clink of dishes, the scent of something sweet in the air, the stories passed …

As a mom, I cannot believe I’ve arrived at this day. People used to talk about it, but I wasn’t prepared. I’m supposed …

It all started with a pink record player. A delicate, retro pink box that arrived as a Christmas gift, purchased by yours truly, …

As the holidays approach, I find myself reflecting more on my grandmother. Perhaps it’s because my Mimi, who has been an instrumental influence …

I have a confession. I enjoy collecting odd things. From pinecones gathered on walks with my kids to matchbooks with intricate drawings that …

I love a trip. I think that has been well-documented by now. Whether local or London, my husband and I adore traveling, a …

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! For many, this is merely a holiday to race through before the ushering in of the real star, the …

I have been on a Motown kick lately. I thank my mother for this. Growing up, I spent many a summer morning with …

We all remember our first friends. Those friends who appear in your earliest memories and photo albums. For many, those friends came in …

Growing up, my family moved quite a bit. I lived in the midwest for most of my childhood and then spent my teenage …