Since I recently wrote about feeling a little sad that summer is coming to a close, I thought the best thing to do was put together a list of all the things I still want to squeeze in before the…
The Late-Summer FOMO Is Real (And I Feel It Every Year)
There comes a point every summer when the calendar starts looking a little different. The weekends that once felt endless suddenly have an expiration date. The sunsets seem a little more golden. Everyone’s posting beach days, vineyard visits, concerts, boat…
A Summer Weekend on Long Island: Polo Matches, Lavender Fields & Wine Tasting
There’s something about summer on Long Island that makes you want to slow down, get outside, and take advantage of everything happening right around you. After spending so much time rushing through busy seasons of life, I’ve really come to…
Things I’m Saying Yes to This Summer
There’s something about summer that makes me want to slow down and pay attention to the little things. While it can be tempting to fill every weekend with plans, I’ve found myself leaning into experiences that leave me feeling energized,…
A Midweek Getaway to Montauk
A few days in Montauk during the middle of the week felt like the perfect summer reset. With fewer crowds and a slower pace, it was the ideal opportunity to trade my usual routine for ocean views, beach walks, and…
Inside My First by dria Member Event in the Hamptons
When I joined Dria Murphy’s by dria community in May, I was excited by the idea of connecting with women who value wellness, personal growth, and intentional living. This week, I finally had the opportunity to attend my first member…
Fourth of July Weekend Moments
While the Fourth of July may not have gone according to plan this year, I kicked off the holiday weekend on Thursday night with Aperol Spritzes at a new-to-me spot in Oyster Bay that was filled with incredible ambiance and…
When Mother Nature Makes the Plans for the Fourth of July
If you had asked me a few weeks ago what my Fourth of July weekend would look like, I probably could have painted a pretty clear picture. There would be beach days, sunshine, fireworks over the water, and the familiar…
Exploring Local Wellness: Inside a Pure Barre Class
If you’ve been following along lately, you know I’m firmly in my trying new workout classes era. Over the past few months, I’ve been making a conscious effort to step outside of my usual fitness routine and explore different ways to move…
Wellness in Bloom: A Morning at Rexer Farm
There’s something magical about taking a yoga class outdoors. Sure, the movement is the same. The poses don’t change. But when you swap four walls and fluorescent lights for open skies, fresh air, and the sounds of nature, the entire…
The Summer of Summer Maxxing
Last summer may have been Hot Girl Summer. But, this summer? We’re summer maxxing. If you’ve somehow avoided the phrase, summer maxxing is the idea of intentionally making the absolute most of the season. Not by cramming every weekend with…
Life Lately: Back to Long Island Summer Living
As I come to the end of a week-long conference, I’m looking forward to getting back home to my regularly scheduled routine (and sleeping in my own bed). Summer on Long Island always feels like a season I wait for…
