Easter Brunch is one of my favorite things. I think because it is an official sign that summer is finally on it's way. The colors of Easter are pretty and fun. Brunch in itself is FABOOSH because it is served late enough in the morning it is more than acceptable to have a cocktail. After all brunch without alcohol is just a sad late breakfast...and of course there is the chocolate. SO...let's start with THE BOOZE!! I love a good morning Sangria. The key is to keep it simple. A nice …
Holiday Gift Ideas for Teachers – Ten Ways to Say Thanks
Every time I volunteer in my kids’ classrooms, I leave with two things: a headache and a whole new level of awe. Ten plus years of having school-aged children, along with the discussions I’ve had with family and friends who teach, have taught me that a teacher’s work doesn’t end when the bell rings. So if there’s a teacher for which those words ring true, here are 10 holiday gift ideas for teachers that are sure to bring them Christmas cheer: GIFT CARDS This is hands-down my …
THE PEOPLE ARE COMING ..How to Destress your holidays
Someone told be the other day how many shopping days were left until Christmas and I nearly fell over. How did this happen? Where was I? I hate when holiday hell just sneaks up on you like that. I need time to get my brain ready long before I can think of actually making plans and shopping for the season. On top of all that, this year we are now new owners of a bed and breakfast. Can you say mental break down? I decided to put a few things into perspective when it comes to this year's holiday …
Top 10 Christmas Gifts for The Fashionista
By Consuelo & Natasha Bernardi 'Tis the time of the year where we put together our ultimate Christmas lists filled with dreams of all things beauty and fashion. Now if money was no object, finds from Fifth Avenue in NYC would be on our must have gift suggestions but since we don't live on the Kardashian's income we've scaled back the price tags and found affordable but super fashionable quality finds. And this way you can ask Santa for more than one (maybe three) and …
