Spring is emerging . . . and so am I.

Don’t you love Spring? The promise of rebirth, a fresh start, things in bloom and longer days. Time to get back into the garden, do more dining al fresco, lighten up the wardrobe.

The Spring cleaning bug bit me last weekend, and I tore through my closets like a woman on a mission. I actually was on a mission – to refresh and reframe View Post

Do you have Quintessential Style?

Scenario: You’ve hit your 50’s, 60’s, 70’s or beyond and you want to amp things up a bit in your style? Maybe you’re starting a new job or career, maybe you’re getting off that track and trying something completely different, or maybe, just maybe you’re finally giving your Self the time and attention you deserve and you feel like a new look is in order. Where to begin.

I have a suggestion. View Post

How to show up before you’re ready.


How many times in life have you waited before you were willing to try something different, to reach out to someone, to start over – simply because you wanted to “get it right” before you acted?

If you’re like most people (and me), View Post

The day I felt like the oldest woman on the planet.

I went into a beauty supply store recently to pick up a facial serum. I knew exactly what I wanted as I had just finished using a sample and really liked it. So, I headed directly to that section of the store. Before I got there, however, a young sales clerk caught me and offered her assistance. I thought, “Why not. Maybe there’s something new I should know about.”

When I told her what I was there for,   View Post

Just a little romance

Happy Valentine’s Day!  Today, we celebrate love in all its forms. Romantic, parental, friend-to-friend, pet-love and more.

I like Valentine’s Day.  It’s a nice reminder to give a little extra time and attention to our beloveds. My husband and I have a sweet tradition. View Post