There’s something about a quick trip into the city that feels both energizing and grounding, especially this time of year. What started as a simple, in-and-out work meeting turned into one of those unexpectedly sweet December moments. The kind that…
Easing Back Into My First Work Week After Traveling
After a week at home recovering from jet lag, unpacking, and easing back into my space after Europe, this past week marked my first full work week—and it felt like both a gentle reset and a reminder of how grounding…
The December Agenda
I’m always a little bit sad when November ends and my birthday month comes to a close. But this year, the celebrations felt extra special as I carried them across continents. Now, back home, it seems the holiday season is…
New Year, New Traditions: How a European Getaway Shaped My Start to 2025
The start of a new year often brings a relaxed mindset, a fresh perspective, and perhaps a few new goals. For me, the beginning of 2025 comes on the heels of a weeks-long trip to Europe filled with daily sanity…
Until 2025!
A few days ago, I grabbed the suitcase I’d spent what felt like weeks packing and headed to the airport, ready to spend the holidays abroad. Although I arrived at my destination less than 72 hours ago, I can already…
Life Lately: Holiday Edition
It’s hard to believe that my holiday travels are almost here! In between trying to pack and pick up Christmas presents to bring along, I’ve found some time to enjoy the holiday season (even if it is a little early)….
Happy Holidays!
Well, the end of the year is finally here, and that means it’s time to unplug for a little while. I’m looking forward to having some downtime over the next week and plan to fully embrace as many quiet moments…
Creating New Traditions
This is the first holiday season where I have absolutely no plans. I won’t be going to my grandmother’s house for Christmas Eve lunch or Christmas dinner, I’m not exchanging gifts with friends, and I didn’t even put up a…
The December Agenda
How is it the last month of 2022 already? If you’re over there still processing 2020, know I’m with you. For me, the last few months have felt like a whirlwind. From leaving a full-time job and adjusting to working…
Shimmering Solstice Shines On at Old Westbury Gardens
We may be a month out, but if you ask me, it’s beginning to feel a lot like the holiday season these days. Thanksgiving is at the end of the week, holiday decorations are adorning my Long Island town, and…
Christmas 2019
Days ago, we were all planning our holiday itineraries, wrapping up the last of the presents, and feverishly cooking and baking ahead of the big day. And then, just like that, it was all over. I had a wonderful Christmas…
Merry (Almost) Christmas
December was yet another month that seemed to fly by—especially these last few days. From putting the Christmas tree up earlier in the month to getting my holiday cards out last week (better late than never, right?), I’m ready to…
