Montauk Round Hamper, at The Container Store Today I’m tidying up my closet. I sorted it out back in the fall when I switched my sundresses out for winter sweaters and heavier clothing, but it’s gotten messy since then. QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: Tidy up for the weekend – Empty or fill dishwasher as…
Today I’m flying to Vegas, but first I’ll sort out my closet so it’s nicely organized for when I get back from my trip. I’ll be packing lightweight summery dresses (as it’s in the 80s and high 70s in Vegas this week) and otherwise storing away all my summer clothes. Front and center in my…
I couldn’t resist buying several bouquets of dahlias at the market. I’ll put them in my living room, family room and dining room. Love the colors! QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: Taken your vitamins reliably this week? I keep forgetting, so I’ll make sure to do that right away this morning. Almost the weekend. What…
The pretty Ann Taylor Cowl Neck Top I’m thinking of adding to my wardrobe It’s still very warm in the afternoons here in Seattle. But now in the evenings I need a light cardigan or sweater if I go outdoors. I can still get away with wearing a sundress every day, but it’s almost time…
Large Marble Pumpkin Candleholder, at Crate and Barrel Happy Autumn Equinox! With our still-warm weather here in Seattle, I’m struggling with what to wear every day. Mornings and evenings are chilly, so I want long sleeves, but our afternoons are very warm or even hot. It’s not time for a coat, and a sweater is…
It’s still warm in the afternoons here in Seattle, but by evening I need a sweater if I go outdoors. I can still get away with wearing a sundress every day, but it’s about time to start putting them away. I’ll soon need to get out my warm pants, long sleeve shirts, and sweaters to…
Baby eggplant that I plan to fry up tonight as an appetizer Here in Seattle, it’s raining harder than normal. We’re used to it raining every day, but this amount of water falling so quickly from the sky is unusual. Meanwhile it’s still warm enough I have all my windows and doors open right now…
I just had the most delightful morning. My teenagers are out of town, I slept in late, drank iced tea on the porch, and read two Martha Stewart Living magazines with my feet up. I lazily made myself scrambled eggs and ate them slowly. After I’m done with my chores today, and before I leave…