Mid-century museum adventures
This pandemic has impacted so many aspects of daily life. One of the traditions I miss most is my weekly trip to a local art museum. But one of the joys of writing is that it has an awesome super...
View ArticleHidden vintage soundtrack
I watched Take Me Out to the Ball Game for the first time this weekend. It’s a delightful addition to my growing vintage musical collection. I’m a big Esther Williams fan and any time Betty Garrett is...
View ArticleEmpowering vintage hairstyles
My errands, routines, and rhythms have dramatically changed over the last few months. Either events have been removed from the calendar completely, or have been transformed into contact-free...
View ArticleWords of wisdom
I’ve been working remotely for several years now. While it can be difficult to build team culture through a computer screen, it’s not impossible. As more and more folks are learning to collaborate with...
View ArticleInnovating during tough times
Human history is full of folks rising to the occasion. Several of my friends are living this out during our current moment. Whether that be pursuing new passions, championing causes, or returning to...
View ArticleCanine military heroes
During these difficult times, I’ve been so happy to read about the increase in dog adoptions. Receiving unconditional love from a pup is one of life’s great treasures and I’m thrilled more people are...
View ArticleWhen art came to the rescue…
I feel like this cartoon from The New Yorker really captures my current state: cabin fever. I’ve been trying to make the most of these months spent in the great indoors, but it’s not been easy. I’ve...
View ArticleVintage poolside vibes
I’ve been watching a lot of Esther Williams movies lately. As someone who can’t swim, I find her poise in the water inspiring. Against luxurious backdrops, she fearlessly dived and danced into the deep...
View ArticleRetro Book Club
I spent a lot of time thinking about what to focus on for this week’s feature. Usually my travels or thrifting adventures inspire my writing, but those times feel like a distant memory. Days as of late...
View ArticleMeet John Doe
I’ve watched and re-watched many of my favorite classic films during this Summer. I’ve also scoured the Netflix & Amazon Prime archives and felt like I was running out of options. That all changed...
View ArticleWealth and Literature
During the quiet of this season I’ve been inhaling books. My latest read is a departure from my usual 300 page appetite. At a hefty 753 pages, Capital in the Twenty-First Century by Thomas Piketty...
View ArticleVintage Scrapbook
The last couple weeks I’ve been in a docuseries binge fest! First, I was following in Marco Polo’s footsteps along the Silk Road. This week I’m learning more about three cities that shaped the course...
View ArticleAn Art Deco primer
This weekend while enjoying a morning stroll with dear friends, our chat turned to art. We discussed our favorite mid-century modern pieces and then discovered we share an appreciation for all things...
View ArticleArtistic pairings
This weekend I was finally able to venture out to my local art museum again. It felt amazing to see art in real life once more. Soaking in the brushstrokes on a canvas or strolling around a sculpture...
View ArticleFun facts about McCoy pottery
Lately I’ve been reminiscing about my favorite thrift store moments. As I shared in our feature “Vintage Scrapbook,” a framed black and white photograph was my first thrifting treasure. That was a...
View ArticleLet’s chat about hats
I’m very fortunate to have a lovely collection of vintage hats. Some pieces were my great aunt’s, others were my grandmother’s and a few are amazing thrift store finds. There’s something about the...
View ArticleJewelry with star power
Let’s go back to a time before Netflix, when Hollywood was the mecca for glamour and glitz. The heyday of the studios and the mega stars. When we think of those sirens of the screen (Vivien Leigh or...
View ArticleAutumn Palette
This week I’ve felt the pull to fast-forward right into Christmas mode. This year has been so challenging, I’m not surprised I want to be wrapped up in cozy feelings. There’s something about glowing...
View ArticleTime for tea
Now that the chilly air is settling in, tis the season for hot drinks. While there’s something special about hot cocoa, with its frothy marshmallows bobbing with each slurp, hot tea feels luxurious....
View ArticleA tale of two Quincy’s
My travel plans may be grounded, but that hasn’t stopped me from dreaming about future adventures. The eternally fabulous Palm Springs grabs the top spot on my 2021 list. As a mecca for mid-century...
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