A winter hair kit: the anti-frizz shampoo you’ve loved for years, $16, and a pretty clip, from $35. Banana bread made from a grandma’s secret family recipe, $20. The book that blew...
Read moreEach year for the holidays, I venture somewhere a little extra special and take in the wonder of the season. Last Christmas we visited Berlin, Maryland – a sweet little historic...
Read moreThis weekend, my dad and I saw Kimberly Akimbo, a Broadway musical about a New Jersey teenager who looks like a 72-year-old lady. The show was hilarious and moving — highly recommend...
Read moreA cheerful green sweater destined to be a favorite old pass-me-down, $165; a cozy scarf in five colors or the world’s coolest dad sneakers. A gorgeous candle to make his home smell...
Read moreHope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! We have another post coming up soon, and here’s our 2022 gift guide so far. Meanwhile, if you’re doing some shopping for yourself or others, here...
Read more“Do you believe in God?” my six-year-old daughter recently asked in the middle of dinner. It wasn’t just her question — the question, some would say — that stopped me mid-bite. Her...
Read moreWhat are your Thanksgiving plans, if you celebrate? My dad’s visiting, and we’re in charge of making the turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes, while our friends are bringing the rest. Also, I...
Read moreTry this: 5 pound bag of russetsStick of butter2/3 brick of cream cheese (6 ounces)Half and half or milk, maybe a cupSalt and pepper. Fill a large pot with water and bring...
Read moreA wool sweater for staying cozy all winter, $59. (Or this cute number, $35.) Fancy Spanish olive oil, $20, for drizzling over salads and pastas, plus… …crusty bread to dip into it...
Read moreHow do you wind down once you climb into bed? Lately I’ve been queueing up hilarious podcasts while wrapped in our beloved Brooklinen sheets. But I’m always curious about what others do...
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