{Fragrant gifts: candles and herbs} With Thanksgiving just a day away, many of us are starting our preparations early – brining the turkey, cleaning the house, setting the table, making five or six trips to the grocery store, pulling out our hair, etc. If you’re not hosting Thanksgiving, it’s easy to show a little appreciation…

{Night out in Little Italy} Keeping with my resolution to go on as many outings as possible this summer, some friends and I decided to take an impromptu trip to San Diego, simply because one of them had never seen a polar bear. We packed our bags and left at the crack of dawn, spent…

{There’s always more to explore.} This summer I made an effort to go on as many outings as possible. My boyfriend was out of the country for a few months on business so I took full advantage of the opportunity to do all the girly things I normally wouldn’t do. I ventured out to Long…

{Afternoon Sunshine} I love the fall. The fresh scent of an early morning drizzle mixed with freshly brewed coffee wafting through air ensures each day begins on a happy and peaceful note. Brisk winds throughout the day let me know it’s time to toss a heavy quilt on my bed, bring my scarves and sweaters…