City Living (Boston)

Summer Clothing: Navy, Stripes, and Polos

There is something about summer that makes me pick a style and stick to it. When I was younger, summer was time to bring out the hippie chick in me. I sought out the long flowing skirts, a touch of tie dye and the leather sandals (although perhaps vegan would have been more appropriate) that…

Summer Clothing: Navy, Stripes, and Polos

A Tale of Two Cocktail Menus

I’ve been in Toronto, if you’re measuring time in libations, for two cocktail hours and in both places I found myself with wonderful options. Most recently, I went out for a late (on Toronto standards – similar to Boston’s) night dinner with three friends and #tbex travel mates. Bannock, which serves New Canadian comfort food…

Cocktails in Canada: Boston raises a few glasses in Toronto at Bannock

This evening we headed out looking for a taste of Canada and found ourselves seated around a table for four at The Bannock. The Bannock is wedged between two Canadian shopping center; Toronto Eaton Center and The Bay. If you know the book The Hockey Sweater and the letter to Mr. Eaton that’s the Eaton…

Hiding from the inevitable.

Hiding from the inevitable. I’ve discovered something. Unfortunately it doesn’t predict the weather, nor does it cure anything. It’s not a new app nor is it something that makes your life seemingly easier. It’s not beautiful. It’s not tasty. It’s just a little annoying. I don’t have writer’s block. I have more ideas than time…

The Sparkle in Mom’s Eye

Unlike roses and chocolate, jewelry does last, it can be passed down and somehow, even though it is a material thing, it feels good to put on a beautiful piece of jewelry. It doesn’t have to be fancy. It doesn’t have to be expensive, you just have to love it. I have pieces of jewelry…

The Mother’s Day Gift vs. The Gifts of Mothers

In some ways mothers are like flowers. Each beautiful in their own way. Some have strong stems but very delicate petals. Others are like roses with layers upon layers upon layers of petals but you only see the ones on the surface. Some speak softly with a delicate fragrance that catches you off guard when…

Petit Palmiers Recipe: Simple After School Treat

These are such a simple and fun treat. Palmiers are simply sugar and puff pastry…and whatever other little things you might want to spice it up with. I chose some lemon zest. I made these today for a bake sale tomorrow to support No Kid Hungry. Stop by Middlesex Commons in Burlington tomorrow from 11…

Trouble Finding Joy

There’s no question that this has been a rough week for many of us. Devastating for others. Whatever we’ve been through, I appreciate the resilience of my city, my neighbourhood, and the support of the global community. I also understand all too well that I am dealing with nothing. My friends are safe, my family…

Television Free and ‘No Live TV’ Safe Places for Vacation Week

For vacation week, after a local tragedy, it is important for families to be able to find TV free and TV safe spaces and places (read more). Here us a growing list of places: TV Free Places and Spaces -Playgrounds: Go to your old favorite or visit a new one. Cambridge has a playground map….

Heartbreaking way to start Spring Break: Now What?

On the calendar it says, ‘Vacation week’. It was going to be a week of lazy mornings and fun spontaneous outings staying in town. I usually love to stay home because the weather is nice and it’s the first days that feel like Spring in New England. After the bombings at the 117th Boston Marathon,…

Bagels and Lox Love in Cambridge

A couple of people across from me are having the most delicious looking Bagel and Lox sandwiches Sarah’s Market in Observatory Hill / Huron Village Voice . It is loaded with lox, tomatoes (yeah I know its not the season but just wait…they’ll only get better.), and onions. If you want capers you can have…