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Growing for Valentines

Valentine’s day is creeping up on us. Mixed feelings arise, I get it. But it can be a fun holiday, celebrated however you like. Whether just a homemade dinner or a full blown dinner with a dozen roses, I say go for it. That’s what I take away from Valentines – do what makes your…

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Shaking up Tradition

I’m a pretty old fashioned kind of gal. I love traditional rituals but the eccentric in me always loves to throw in a twist or two. It keeps things spicy (and what’s life without a bit of spice?) and I had the opportunity to experiment during my Chinese New Year’s celebrations. I was honored to…

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Gung Hay Fat Choy!

Gung Hay Fat Choi! That’s how we say Chinese New Year in my house. Literally translated, it means, “May you be prosperous.” Today is the equivalent to the Western Jan 1st. The difference is that the Chinese follow the lunar calendar as opposed to the Western solar calendar. But the celebrations are all the same….

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On your mark, get ready….

It’s that time of year again and we’ll be prepping for the Year of the Wood Horse. Chinese New Year falls on January 31st and it promises to be a very active year. Think about what you know about horses in general – strong, fast moving animals with unbounding energy. Now imagine that in your…

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Not so fast 2014!

Ok, so New Year’s eve festivities are done and over. Now what? This is where alot of us go Type A for about 3 weeks or so. But not for me this year. I am giving myself permission to slow down and reflect. Sure there’s stuff I would like to accomplish this year like everybody…

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What’s on the outside DOES count

I’m a sucker for packaging. For example, I don’t really wear fragrance because I can’t find a scent in a bottle I really like. Does a product’s packaging really make that much of a difference? In Feng Shui – YES, especially when it comes to the facade of your home or business. Too often, I…

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Wellness Inside and Out

Yesterday was an amazing day. I had the opportunity to attend the “Beauty Wellness Wisdom Event” at ABC Carpet. All I have to say is Wow. I was so excited for the line up of speakers and presenters, some of who are already my heros and others who would soon become them – Kris Carr,…

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Monastic Sunday (lots of pix!)

The craziness and the humidity of the city had us seeking out quiet and solace. We went to visit some friends upstate and took advantage of visiting the Chuang Yen Monastery in Kent NY. We were so happy we did. We were surrounded by quiet and beauty. Our main goal was to visit the “Giant…

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Yes, France and England

If you are looking to furnish your home with some great items, look no further. French & Scouser is where it’s at. An electric mix of modern and reclaimed vintage, F&S will make your space feel instantly hip and chic. The store’s launch party was last week and I was impressed because the soirĂ©e reflected…

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Brooks Brothers Wellness Fair

What a great week it’s been – if you don’t count the weather and the clouds and storms that courted NYC recently. I am feeling the transition of the season and the excitement that usually precedes the long awaited summer temperatures. Change of seasons often get us thinking about changing things around our home and…

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