Remember traveling? [Hold tight, I share in mixed feelings]. I hopped on many a plane last year;  nearly all, domestic flights. Let's s...

While in New York earlier this year, I boasted to a friend about not having ever gotten sick in Paris. It must be because I eat so well ther...

While catching up on the Daily Show recently, I saw an interview with Samuel J. Jackson promoting his latest blockbuster, Captain America ....

I've lost weight since moving to Paris . How annoying is that statement, huh? And yet... I have no idea how it happened! I've bee...

Yesterday, a friend from home invited me to join her for a hike. I wanted to go even just to hang out with her, but I also realized it'...

Hiya, lovelies. Hope you're enjoying spring-like wherever you may be. Between cleaning, packing, laundry, and (oh yeah) work, I've g...

I've been told I give good advice. I like that. When someone I care about is going through a particularly challenging time, I'm glad...

When I was a little girl, I wanted to be a veterinarian, then an animator, then an interior designer. My current job is not even remotely s...

Happy Valentine's Day! What's that, sweetheart? You're not happy about it? I don't understand why not; handwritten cards ar...

I had my first hot toddy tonight. This cold weather cocktail (originating in Northern England) is traditionally prepared with a mixture of ...

I don't know if you've realized this, but in addition to embarking upon "the most wonderful time of the year" we're al...

Happy Cyber Monday, friends. For many, I know that discounted shopping opportunities like this are exciting, but for me, well, I could care...

After a weekend (or two) of lovely decadence and unlimited indulgences... I need a break. My body is craving vegetables, a few sweaty runs,...

Yesterday's post has had me reflecting over my life in the past year. It's been an interesting one, emotionally and professionally...

May has certainly been a busy month thus far. I moved and settled into my new apartment , I'm slowly but surely surviving  a marathon wo...