Happy Weekend & A Clueless Guide To Washington, DC

Last weekend, we explored Washington, DC and overlapped with Love Them Madly (less 1 of Them).

~~It was my first time in DC.~~ It felt like my first time in DC. I proved to have no memory, no sense of direction, and no organization even though I spent four years living in the District during college. Reaching for the gingko biloba right now.

The main goal of the weekend was to see the cherry blossoms which were scheduled to peak while we were there. When this happens, the whole Mall is pink. Every grey, beige, and brown monument is suddenly that much more stunning. Of course, it snowed during the week and not only was it not the peak but it was difficult to find the one blossomed tree we found. We couldn’t help but laugh when we stepped back into our NYC apartment building only to find giant vases filled with gorgeous cherry blossoms. We chose to ignore the message.

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DC- capitol

Not DC graffiti. Actually part of the Berlin Wall at the Newseum

Very delicious gelato.

Segways – the only way (lazy) people should ever tour DC

Jefferson Memorial

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Wishing everyone a happy exploration-filled weekend.

Hope you treat yourself to something scrumptious like this…

DC - Founding Farmer

DC Short Guide: Our Favorites

Museum: Newseum

Activities: Segs in the City, Segway Tour and Rentals, around the National Mall and Memorials

Eastern Market

Brunch: Founding Farmer

Dinner: Rasika (AMAZING modern Indian food!) (must have reservation OR very charming husband to get table)

DC Comedy Show: Capitol Steps (dorky, but funny)

Posted on April 4, 2013 at 7:55 pm | Leave a Comment

Things I Learned This Weekend: Stratton, VT Edition

1. When you want to be outside, the kids need a nap.

When you need a nap, there’s no way the kids are going for it.

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2. Lodge food has gotten fancy. We had huge bowls of organic curry noodle soup with tofu, snap peas, and lots of deliciousness.

3. Snowshoeing is awesome. I’m usually a skier but this time I opted for snowshoeing with my Dad and bro-in-law. We hiked through powder covered trees and up a tower with stunning views.

What did you learn this weekend?

Posted on March 10, 2013 at 11:49 pm | 3 Comments

My New Favorite Gift: Pinch in a Pouch

I have a favorite new gift and I just have to share it with you. It was gifted to me recently and I could not get over it. It has everything a girl might need “in a pinch,” all in the tiniest of tiny pouch making it the perfect stocking stuffer or shoot-i-forgot-to-get-you-something-and-now-i’m-seeing-you Hanukkah gift.

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The Minimergency Kit (for her) contains… hairspray, clear nail polish, nail polish remover, emery board, lip balm, earring backs, clear elastics, mending kit, double-sided tape, stain remover, deodorant towelette, pain reliever, tampon, breath freshener, dental floss, and an adhesive bandages ALL IN A 3 INCH POUCH! I know it’s crazy. The kit for Moms has all that plus crayons, a thermometer, caffeine gum, sanitizer wipes etc. And there is a great one for guys too with all those weird things they like: lint remover, shoe shine wipes, and styptic pencils (don’t worry, i had no idea what a styptic pencil was either but apparently it’s for razor nicks, minor cuts etc – it’s a guy thing!)

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Yes, I’m just a little bit obsessed with these. And, no, this is not paid advertising – I just think it’s the best thing ever.

Find them here: For Her, For Him, For Mom, For Labor & Delivery, For Mother of the Groom

Posted on December 18, 2012 at 6:00 am | 2 Comments

Sandy’s Havoc and How We Can Help

I’m sure you are just like me; watching the Sandy aftermath reports and feeling sad for those who lost so much, angry for those who haven’t seen relief, and helpless in trying to find a meaningful way to help.

I’ve also heard stories of incredible acts of kindness. Like the people behind Little Care Box, a group of NYC advertising professionals who had the idea of making care boxes Sandy victims. They started with one box, but thanks to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Tumblr they raised enough money to deliver 1000 boxes to 1000 homes in a 96 hour time frame. Each box has cleaning supplies, household needs, personal items, a chocolate bar, and a personal note. For $35, they will make the box for you (including your personal note to a random recipient) and deliver it to the neighborhoods in the greatest need.

The need is great though, it stretches all along the coast. Here’s what I saw this weekend in Rhode Island (220 miles from the eye of the storm, but still wreaked major havoc).

Feel free to leave your charity of choice, donation drop-off center, or any other information on how we can help.

Posted on November 12, 2012 at 6:00 am | 3 Comments

A Fashionable Walk Through The Woods

We’re hurricane-prepared. Sure, we’ve got our flashlights and water ready, but more importantly a fresh batch of fudge brownies with peanut butter frosting (recipe to come, i promise).

Hurricane Sandy will most likely be the end of the gorgeous orange, red, and yellow foliage – but fortunately, I have loads of pictures to share with you today. I was thrilled when asked to style a perfect cable sweater from the Chaps for Kohls line and had the most colorful backdrop in New England last weekend. This fall, cozy sweaters are on my must-have list. I like to pair them with leggings and boots, or even with a long flowy skirt.