My Life is Perfect (the real truth)

My Life is Perfect (the real truth)

Instructions for living a life.Pay attention.Be astonished.Tell about it. Mary Oliver My daughter is struggling in math, and she sometimes thinks I’m the worst mother in the world.  So, I’ve hired her a tutor, and I tell her often how much I love her. My husband often...
Vision Boards are a Waste of Time. Try this instead.

Vision Boards are a Waste of Time. Try this instead.

It was 2006. The book "The Secret" had just been released. Yes, the Law of Attraction buzz had officially arrived. And I was hooked. When I received my first invite to a vision board party, my RSVP was an immediate yes. As a gal who'll try almost anything once, I was...
The Power of Lipstick

The Power of Lipstick

I believe in manicures. I believe in overdressing. I believe in primping at leisure and wearing lipstick. I believe in pink. I believe happy girls are the prettiest girls. I believe that tomorrow is another day, and... I believe in miracles. Audrey Hepburn Mary Anne,...
How to Live A Luxurious Life on a Not-So-Luxury Budget

How to Live A Luxurious Life on a Not-So-Luxury Budget

Like Coco Chanel, I love luxury! My heart does palpitations when I walk by the boutiques in Paris. A three-star Michelin restaurant evokes moans and groans. And, a fabulous handbag and a hotel staff that is constantly saying “my pleasure” at my every request makes my...