I receive daily emails asking all kinds of questions ranging from the make-up I use to what shoes I was wearing in a post. I try my best to answer each one but find that I get pretty behind due to th...
Our summer weather has officially kicked in – warm nights, sunny days and our signature sparkling, turquoise water. Kids are counting down the hours until their summer vacay and tourists will h...
Love preppy boy outfits. I attended a fashion show recently and loved that the stylist had the male models all prepped out – cardis, popped up collars, oxfords and sweater vests. Matter of fact...
Our winner was hand-picked by the glassbaby team. There were so many amazing comments that it was difficult for them to choose. After much deliberation, they chose Ralyan, commenter #6. Congrats, Ray...
As we wait for the housing market to improve, many of us find renting to be a nice solution. Like others in our neighborhood, we rent out our personal home during the peak vacation season. While our ...
Today’s giveaway is not only a beautiful gift, but a story of determination and creativity that will jolt your heart. Meet glassybaby, a line of spectacular handmade glass votives in colors as ...
Happy Birthday to my man. Husband, best friend, Daddy, mentor, adventurer, chef, soccer coach, dreamer, achiever, picnicker, protector, giver, camper, rip sticker, kayaker, scuba diver, cat herder, h...
For the last nine months I’ve been working on a fun client project: a beach home in nearby Port St. Joe. The husband is a talented builder and the wife a friend in the horse world. They brought...
I could hardly wait for Wednesday because I wanted to introduce you to our friend’s darling pony, “Wrapped In Sterling.” Here is my little equestrian showing him at the Pensacola sh...
Good morning! Last night as I was avoiding household responsibilites exploring pinterest, I found this adorable to-do list from a pair of pears blog. I absolutely loved the simplicity and style and w...
Anyone still here? Last week was wild plus my daughter and I were training for our big horse show in Pensacola which was this past weekend. Savez and I were doing a lot of this together… Althou...
Every Saturday morning, we have a family tradition. A leisurely, homemade, sit-down breakfast. Peter cooks eggs, pancakes and bacon, I make lattes and fruit smoothies…and youngest makes fresh...
Coming up for air. Wow what a week. These last three days have felt like three dog years or something. Here is a space that relaxes my soul. And speaking of soul, we all know life isn’t perf...
Speaking of preppy, I’m still enjoying my silver Sperry top siders. They are starting to show signs of being loved…so it may be time for my next pair. I have high arches and for some reas...
Two words. Preppy chic. And here’s our idea of the day. Monogram a simple white oxford with your last initial in a fancy navy font. Classic. I’m so doing this!
Our Easter was full of sunshine, surprises and splendor. We enjoyed a traditional family brunch. This year our oldest requested I make his favorite homemade spinach quiche. Eating is one of his fav...
This horse girl has been galloping at full speed to get her family back on track after vacay. Pictures coming soon, promise. Although I’m busy playing catch up, I feel so much more relaxed aft...
On Saturday we left for a spring break vacation to the horse capital of the world for some exciting adventures. We drove six hours with our four children, two horses, cat and dog. Yes, I’m se...
After seeing these new kicks by kate spade, I had to share a post for those of you who love to surround yourself with color. These shoes are pure happiness. They remind me so much of this adorable m...
Here’s another look for the Bungalow 5 Jacqui chest. A little more mod than our previous one, this vibe is all about sophistication and color. Today’s look: CITY CHIC The idea behind t...
Continuing with our week of style, I arranged the top of my new Bungalow 5 Jacqui chest in a different way. And our accent color is just in time for St. Patrick’s Day. Today’s look: GAR...
This week I’d like to talk chat about details in styling. When it comes to beautiful design, my philosophy is that you don’t have to spend a lot of money on every item in a room; althoug...
Have no idea why I titled this post “day off” because it’s hardly that. I forgot that the kids were out of school Friday and today…so my blog schedule has been understandably...
Congrats to commenter #125, Katie! Be sure and email me your shipping info so we can get that pretty hat your way. Thanks again to Perspicacity for such a gorgeous giveaway!
Pip and I took a stroll to one of my favorite boutiques here…it’s called Perspicacity. I thought you’d enjoy a little walking tour as we chat about the giveaway… Perspicacity...
Pippi and I went shopping in one of my favorite boutiques here at the beach. Can’t wait to introduce you to their beautiful duds tomorrow. Oh and we’ll be giving away something pretty f...
I love a good coif. Especially ones that take only about five minutes to do. My lovely little one happily obliged to model this ever-so-chic braidband. She’s wearing off white, so I figured ...
The sun has been out for a solid two days and I feel like a new girl. Such a reprieve from what was beginning to feel like living in the middle of a monsoon. Right now the air is crisp and humidity...
Angela, commenter #65. Whew, this will be one seriously fun shopping spree! Thanks again to Tea for such a super fun giveaway. Borrowed this image from Tea’s 2011 spring Catalonia catalogue...
Today’s giveaway is a whopping $200 gift certificate from new sponsor, Tea, a colorful clothing line based in sunny San Francisco. Tea has a passion for exploring different cultures and bases e...
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