LOVE is… Sisterhood, my soul sisters. Bonds that transcend time and distance, always offering unconditional love and support through not only the good but the tough times, too. My biggest cheerleaders—loving me for who I am and who I want to become. Encouraging my dreams, supporting my growth, protecting my heart, and catching my falls, […]
Top tips for choosing the right bronzer
So, one product I absolutely cannot live without is my bronzer. I’m sure there is photo evidence of me somewhere, from way back in the 90s, pre-discovering the wonders this product would do for me. Being of half-Italian descent, my body would always tan easily in the summer, but my face would stay much lighter […]
Gratitude – day #6
Today I am grateful for… Fridays off – an extra day added to my weekend Family Moments to say goodbye to loved ones Being aligned with where I am supposed to be New opportunities My workmates – you have helped me through some of the most challenging times in my workdays… love you long time […]
How to spring clean your beauty bag
Spring is here, ladies, and although we often do a spring clean of our wardrobe and garage, we often forget about our makeup drawer. When was the last time you went through your blushes, lipsticks, and eyeliners and tossed anything you hadn’t worn in years or purchased years ago? It’s amazing to me that so […]
Staying positive during uncertain times
2020 has been a year full of unexpected change, worldwide turmoil and unprecedented uncertainty. For me it’s been a time of major transition, upheaval and personal changes. But as the famous quote says, “New beginnings are often disguised as painful endings”, and so I am looking at all this uncertainty as an opportunity to refresh, […]
Gratitude – day #5
Today I am grateful for… The power of manifestation – it really works people! Homemade soup on chilly days. My health – slowly starting to feel like myself again after weeks of battling a brutal cough/cold that has kept me homebound and awake at night. Thank god we live in a country with access to […]
Gratitude – day #4
Today I am grateful for… New Moon energies. Coffee dates with old friends. Although 20+ years have passed and between us we have been through divorce, loss of a parent, international relocations, job shifts and countless breakups, the friendship is still there. Just as it was when we stood in line at countless clubs in […]
Motivational books for right now
Ok so I am a self confessed book-aholic. It’s an addiction. One of my absolute favourite things to do is to spend the afternoon in a book shop, and even better, stumbling upon an amazing second hand book shop. There’s something about the uncertainty of what literary gems you will discover there and the satisfaction […]
Gratitude – day #3
Today I am grateful for… Hot cups of peppermint tea on chilly days. Days spent at home, by the heater, no errands to run or places to be. The ease of home WIFI – setting up an Aunt with wireless at home so there is no more need for internet boxes, personal hotspot or ridiculous […]
Be kind to yourself
During this time of major shifts and changes in the world it is important to remember some simple yet often easily overlooked things. Breathe. Slow down. Trust the process. Exercise, not just for your body but more importantly for your mind. Be kind to yourself. Speaking personally, this year so far has brought a lot […]