A few months ago, I decided to resign from my role as Art Director at J.Jill. This wasn’t any ordinary job, it was the job of my dreams. However, after over a year of having to deal with a three hour daily commute, it wasn’t sustainable. My days were literally 7:30am-6:45pm Monday through Friday. With … More New Beginnings (organizing life and salad preps)
My kids and I have been enjoying some adorable and delicious Christmas Tree Cake Toppers. They’re perfect for transforming ordinary cakes (or cupcakes) into festive eye-candy delights and my kids eat them just like lollipops! The sweet bonus? They’re really really easy to make. You’re welcome. For those who don’t have any Martha in you— you … More DIY: Christmas Tree Cake Toppers
Happy Friday friends! I recently hosted a little holiday lunch for some lovely ladies. I would love to entertain more at my home but it’s always under renovation so I feel it’s never the right time. I try not to stress over the whole ordeal so I choose dishes that are really easy to prep. … More Holiday Lunch at My Home
I don’t know about you but I am in high festive spirits. This past weekend, we put our Christmas tree up while the first snowfall of the season was happening! Add holiday music to the scene and it was very magical. See video here. I’ve also made this DIY Holiday Wreath Cake for the family … More DIY Holiday Wreath Cake
There is something about a cup of morning coffee that makes my life (and soul) more delightful. This city mom looks forward to mornings after dropping the kids off. At this time, I relish me-time with my coffee – there are no disturbances. Iced or hot, it depends on my current mood but no matter … More Magic Mornings with McCafé
This past weekend, we went to a Christmas tree farm to get a tree for the kids’ bedroom. This is a holiday tradition that we just started last year for our little family. It’s fun for the kids and we also use the opportunity to take family holiday pictures. What better holiday backdrop than at … More My Holiday Bedroom
We haven’t hosted Thanksgiving dinner at our house in a very long time. This year, we are hosting again and I’m excited to establish some sort of Thanksgiving tradition with the kids. Zoey is six now and she loves to help out in the kitchen. We’ve already talked about the menu and we are keeping … More DIY: Mason Jar Holiday Candleholders
Hello Friends! Fall has always been such an exciting season for us. We take the littles on weekend adventures in the New England area and enjoy festivities such as apple picking and cranberry harvesting. Today, sharing with you a recent Autumn outfit consisting of comfy ripped jeans, red booties and a classic Burberry trench coat … More One Fall Day
I’ve always relied on Graco car seats and strollers for my two little ones. I find them so easy to use— making mommyhood a little less stressful and a bit easier. I can’t deal with complicated contraptions when it comes parenting. My first ever Graco car seat/stroller combo was actually a second-handed item and I’ve … More Graco Makes Mommyhood Easy
Hello! It’s been a while my friends… I don’t have time for as much (if at all) mini home projects like I used to. With a nine hour work day and an additional three hours of daily commute, there is literally no time in my life for…anything! Work is demanding and it’s exhaustion as I’ve … More Diy: Antique French Chairs
We recently did something quite crazy but clever. We dropped the kiddos off at my parents’ place for almost a whole month of summer. Some call us brave, I say we are just absolutely exhausted and needed a break. Zoey is almost six and Axel just turned three so our hands are full, every single … More LOV, A Botanical Kitchen in Montreal
Hello friends! The end of June is soon approaching and that means Zoey’s school year is winding down. There are a handful of school activities happening recently as they celebrate various events at the end of the year. The hubs and I try to divide and conquer since we are both busy with work. For … More A Major Milestone
Happy Sunday! Today, we strolled the city for five hours and it was time well spent with the family. My work is demanding and the environment is fairly fast-paced so the weekends offer a good balance. Every Friday, I leave the office feeling accomplished no matter how crazy the week was. I look forward to lazy weekend … More My Spring Blossom Bedroom
As a family, we take a lot of mini-adventures. With every little special field trip comes plenty of pictures. These pictures tell a story, help relive a moment in time and save memories that don’t happen again. As a mother, the greatest gift is simply the most meaningful. For me, it’s photos of our family that’ll stand … More A Perfect Mother’s Day Gift: Saving Memories with Acrylic Prints
If I had to envision the perfect scenario for my life at this age and stage, it would be exactly how it is now. Married with two little ones and a dream job that challenges my creativity everyday. But even with this so called ideal life, there are challenges. A few weeks ago, Zoey was on … More Yoga In The City
Like most modern homes, at any given time— we could have up to six devices connected to wi-fi. I am the first to admit, occasionally I would allow my kids to go ham on their tablets so I could have some peace and quiet. I’m not sorry about it. Unless you’re responsible my kids and my … More Staying Connected
We are taking the kids Easter egg hunting this Saturday and they are so excited. This will be the third year in a row that we’ll be attending our neighborhood’s annual egg hunt. We’re establishing our own little family traditions and rituals with each holiday. The best gift about being a parent is living life through the eyes of … More DIY Paper-Napkin Decoupage (Spring Blossom) Easter Eggs
It doesn’t get more magical than when Spring arrives. We finally wake up to the sounds of birds chirping, there are all sorts of vibrant colors covering the ground, and as the days get longer— our weekend family getaways become more adventurous. It is also around this time that we look forward to gardening again. Our … More Springtime Magic
I love watching cooking shows. Currently, I’m obsessed with Chef’s Table on Netflix. It’s one of the most inspiring documentary series I’ve ever seen. The show highlights renowned chefs from around the globe and the way that it’s shot and produced is something so extraordinary and magical. It’s very cinematic and the storytelling of each chef’s struggles … More Garlic and Herb Tomatoes by Ina Garten
It’s hard to believe that the weather lately has been so frigid cold. Last month, we’ve had days in the 60’s where some light layering was enough to keep you comfortable. Luckily, the stars and moon aligned when my sisters came to visit back in February and the weather was just that— perfect in the 60’s! I … More A Day in the City
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