The Journal

The Art of Writing
The Art of Writing
There is something special about the {hand} written word. "Words are the medium with which the soul paints a picture." Robyn Freedman Spizman. Read MORE…. Read more...
Sunday Best
Sunday Best
Do you have fond memories of Sunday dinners? As a little girl growing up in Europe some of my happiest memories are those when my family would gather around my... Read more...
Embrace The Joys of the French Lifestyle
French Lessons | 6 Tips for Living Like a French Woman
French women seem to have that je ne sais quoi: looking chic in an effortless way. Here are 6 tips I've learned read more…... Read more...
Fall in Love | Create a Glorious Buffet
Fall in Love | Create a Glorious Buffet
October is the perfect time to entertain with an easy, beautiful buffet. Read More…. Read more...
Launch Your Creativity
Launch Your Creativity
I'm excited to be speaking at this fall's FLOURISH, a conference for women entrepreneurs, about blogging. Read more…. Read more...
Set a Gracious French Country Harvest Table
Set a Gracious French Country Harvest Table
Set a Country French table using antique French dishes, seasonal fruit, pumpkins and natural materials. Read more...
Amazing Orzo Salad
Amazing Orzo Salad
My "go to" salad for entertaining, this orzo salad is so delicious, and so easy to make. Read more...
How to Set up a Stylish Bar
How to Set up a Stylish Bar
Entertaining season is almost in full swing. Here are a few tips on how to set up an inviting drinks station or bar. Read more...
Fall Home Tour
Fall Home Tour
Autumn. Fall. No matter what you call it, I've never met one I didn't love. Please join me for our Autumn House Tour. Read more...
Brilliant friends
Brilliant friends | Interior Designer Pam Kelley from Dallas, Texas
Pam Kelley is the principal designer of Pam Kelley & Associates , based in Dallas, Texas. I am honored to share our conversation with a few of her inspiring ideas... Read more...
VICTORIA MAGAZINE |Decorating with Antique Toleware
VICTORIA MAGAZINE |Decorating with Antique Toleware
A toleware collection is a sure fire way to add elegance, color, history and warmth to your home. Read more...
VICTORIA MAGAZINE |Collecting Antique Toleware
VICTORIA MAGAZINE |Collecting Antique Toleware
Antique Toleware Collectors are passionate about their collection, I am thrilled to share that passion with the readers of VICTORIA MAGAZINE this month. Read more...
Luxury Life | The Passionate Pursuit of Linen
Luxury Life | The Passionate Pursuit of Linen
Beautiful and functional. Antique linens, embroidered, monogrammed or plain, bring a gracious note to our homes. Read more...
Early Autumn Dinner with Friends
Early Autumn Dinner with Friends
Entertain with an autumn flair, serve this delicious Autumn Dinner. Read more...
Table Matters : How to Set a Country French Autumn Table
Table Matters : How to Set a Country French Autumn Table
Autumn is just around the corner, the perfect time for you to invite a few friends for an easy supper. Set a Country French Table to bring the warmth of... Read more...