Easter is on its way, and we are preparing to spend it at home with our little family like so many others. I’ve been excited having a holiday to plan and look forward to with the girls during these uncertain days. To make things more festive, I found some pink and white gingham chargers and… Read More
“There are few hours in life more agreeable than the hour dedicated to the ceremony known as afternoon tea” -Henry James Today a dream came true…taking my Little Lovely to her first afternoon tea. As part of our special mommy and Eloise day in Charleston, we had reservations for tea at Camellia’s at our hotel,… Read More
“Keep your face toward the sunshine and you cannot see a shadow”- Helen Keller It feels like it’s been raining for weeks on end, so the bright sunshine today was very welcomed, especially if you’re a mommy like me who has used up all creative crafts and indoor projects. Sunshine plus the start of the… Read More
“In every job that must be done there is an element of fun” -Mary Poppins After a long week of parenting, we look forward to a coveted date night and some adult conversation. The first step is always securing a sitter for the girls, and this week, we had our first experience using the Wyndy… Read More
“The true way to live is to enjoy every moment as it passes, and surely it is in the everyday things where the beauty lies-” Laura Ingalls Wilder One of my New Year’s resolutions is to live in the moment more, which is a tall order for the planner in me but so important in… Read More
“On the first day of Christmas, my true love sent to me: A Seagull Perched in a Palm Tree” – Minta Pavliscsak The holidays are starting early everywhere it seems even in the Lowcountry. This weekend we made a quick trip to our happy place at Litchfield Beach to soak up some warmer weather and… Read More
“The heat of the autumn is different from the heat of summer. One ripens apples while the other turns them to cider.” -Jane Hershfield After a week of rainy weather, our crew was overjoyed to see sunshine and blue skies yesterday and ready to get out of the house. We considered our options for an… Read More
“Our baby girl is a gift beyond measure, a wonder to hold and a lifetime to treasure.” Yesterday was a very special day for Baby Eleanor Barrett as she was baptized at our family church, St. Martin’s in the Fields. Surrounded by family and friends, Miss Barrett smiled throughout the service giving her biggest grin… Read More
Trick or Treat…Ghouls just want to have fun! It’s Halloween week, and my ghouls are very excited for scary good treats, a few tricks and lots of costumes! With so many events leading up to the holiday we are having a chance to wear a number of looks. For instance, this afternoon, Eloise and I… Read More
Why should you give a hoot? I recently sat down with Laura Bocock, founder of the local, online boutique, Give a Hoot, which curates unique accessories, jewelry and clothing items and gives back part of the proceeds to support the Young Lives organization helping young women as they navigate pregnancy and motherhood. We discussed her… Read More