Author Archives: Jessica

Suck It Up, Buttercup (or CrossFit Rocks)

I drank the Kool-Aid about four months ago and joined the CrossFit cult.  It’s been part of my effort to not only be healthy, set a healthy example for my kids, but also to reclaim some of ME.  I love being a mother.  You’ll hear me talk about how it’s the best thing I’ve everContinue Reading

Hallelujah: DOMA Is Crushed

I cannot think of a better title for a post about today.  I do realize that I’m long overdue for a post, but I’ve been a maniac since returning from NYC.  It’s a good thing.  I’ve been busy doing all sorts of things, including running a 5k.  And preparing content for the blog in theContinue Reading

My Sunday Loves: The (New) Bean Girl

Growing up in New England, while playing at my grandmothers’ feet and watching classic movies, I learned to appreciate functional and classic style.  Thanks to their examples, I have an undying passion for the kind of style that can be repeated over and over and kicked up a notch with surprise elements. Call it YankeeContinue Reading

AltNYC or Bust!

That’s right.  I’m headed to AltNYC tomorrow.  I am so excited that I could scream.  I probably will.  I might even squeal. I’ve been waiting for this moment for what seems like ages.  I’m so excited to get in a room of creative thinkers, stylists, writers, etc.  And oh, oh, oh!  Did I mention that it’sContinue Reading