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Easter Basket Inspiration

March 18, 2022

Ideas for all of the Mommy Bunnies out there

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How to Create a Base when you’re Country-Hopping in Europe

March 16, 2022

How to Store your Luggage for your Entire Trip

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How to spend a day in Paris

March 14, 2022

You’ll wish you were in the City of Lights after reading this!!

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Why I (Almost) Never Give or Take Advice on Motherhood

March 12, 2022

Thanks, but no thanks.

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Why You Should Book a Day Tour Wherever You Go

March 9, 2022

Hint: You’ll see more than you ever expected!

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Why New York City will always feel like Home

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March 7, 2022

“Once you have lived in New York and made it your home, no place else is good enough.” – John Steinbeck

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Resort Wear for Spring Break Vacations

March 4, 2022

What to wear when escaping the cold

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“You’ll never do a whole lot unless you’re brave e “You’ll never do a whole lot unless you’re brave enough to try.” — Dolly Parton ✨

When you grow up navigating risky situations caused by other people’s choices, playing it safe as an adult feels like armor. For a long time, keeping things small, controlled, and predictable was how I protected my peace.

The catch? Playing it safe meant I started missing out on my own life.

I’d draft the post and let it sit in my archive because I was terrified it would bomb. I’d write the pitch and never hit send because the fear of hearing “no” felt louder than the thrill of hearing “yes.”

A while back, I framed this Dolly quote and put it right on my desk where I couldn’t ignore it. Every single day, it’s there staring back at me—a sparkling reminder that staying small doesn’t keep you safe; it just keeps you stuck.

Lately, I’ve felt that shift. I’ve noticed myself hitting send anyway. Pitching bigger. Showing up bolder. Getting braver, one imperfect step at a time.

So thank you, Dolly, for the rhinestones, the unmatched wisdom, and for letting your light shine so unapologetically that you give the rest of us permission to do the same.

Here’s to living every day just a little bit braver. What’s one brave move you’ve been waiting to make? Take this as your sign to just go for it. 💖🥂

#dollyparton #restinpower #momlife #nycmom
You can’t put an outfit this good next to a bowl o You can’t put an outfit this good next to a bowl of soggy flakes. It’s practically a crime against fashion. 

We took our new Old Navy threads out for a spin this morning and upgraded the school run with a mandatory French bakery detour. 

Because starting the day with chic layers, cool sneakers, and a pain au chocolat is exactly the kind of unapologetic energy we are bringing to this school year. ☕️✌️

#AD @oldnavy #oldnavypartner
A very New York kind of magic. ✨ One minute we’re A very New York kind of magic. ✨

One minute we’re admiring the diamonds at the AMNH, where I am quietly debating if a 500-carat sapphire pairs best with pearls or my leather jacket, and the next, Aurora is blinking awake in her carriage to the sound of dozens of strangers belting out a classic at Strawberry Fields. 🥂

Honestly, slipping into a daydream when you are surrounded by that much unapologetic sparkle is practically a rite of passage—even for a little one catching a nap on the go. But rolling the stroller out into the fresh air for a spontaneous park-bench chorus? That is exactly the kind of city magic you just can’t plan.

Throw on your comfiest heels, grab an espresso, and let the city completely rewrite your family itinerary today. You never know where the detour will take you. 🚕 🍎

#familytravel #nyctrip #toddlertravel #strollerinthecity
102 floors up, and right now, it truly feels like 102 floors up, and right now, it truly feels like we have the world at our feet. ✨

Celebrating 12 years in the very city where we got engaged—and where my own NYC story started—is pure magic. Watching our two girls thrive and fall completely in love with the city makes this milestone that much sweeter.

But let’s be unapologetically real for a second: marriage isn’t just about these glittering, top-of-the-world high notes. It’s about the grit behind the glam. It’s how you show up as an absolute team when the view isn’t so pretty, relying on each other through the tough, messy seasons that take real work.

Through the sky-high moments and the days that require all the hustle and heart we’ve got, there is absolutely no one else I’d rather navigate it all with.

Happy 12 years, Alex. Here’s to the climb, the view, and our beautiful, wonderful life together. 🥂🗽🖤

🩷8🩷16🩷14🩷

#happyanniversary #cheersto12years #empirestatebuilding 

(Huge thank you to @empirestatebldg for having us! Can’t wait to share more of our visit!)
The only acceptable reason for a pre-dawn wake-up The only acceptable reason for a pre-dawn wake-up call. 🚕🥂🏙️

We are officially trading the quiet morning routine for the absolute magic and beautiful chaos of Manhattan! I wanted to start this trip off with a little bit of mystery, so before the girls even opened their eyes, the clues were waiting for them. There is nothing quite like that split-second realization when they figure out we are heading to the city.

The bags are packed, the sneakers are laced, and we are ready to take a bite out of the Big Apple.

Do you surprise your kids for trips, or do they help you count down the days? Let me know below! 👇

#familytravel #nyctrip #citykids #nycmotherhood #familytravel
This is 40.🥂✨ For as long as I can remember, I ha This is 40.🥂✨

For as long as I can remember, I had this recurring dream. I’d be a little girl, sitting in front of a mirror, watching myself age. And right before I hit my 40th birthday, I would just… disappear. For years, I carried this quiet, nagging fear that my story was supposed to end before this decade even began.

But plot twist: I didn’t fade out. I just finally found my lighting.

I am officially 40, and I’m living a life I never could have scripted, let alone expected to love this much. I’m married to Alex—the wonderful guy I took to my senior prom, who I’ve been with for 20 years (married for almost 12!), and who I’ve been crushing on since I was even younger than Arielle. I’m raising the most amazing, insightful, and beautiful little girls who challenge me in the absolute best ways every single day.

I am completely in love with our beautiful, crazy chaos. I get to hustle at multiple jobs entirely on my own schedule, collaborate with dream brands in ways I never imagined, and bring my favorite people along for the ride.

Today was delightfully chill by design. But behind the scenes, I am deep in planning mode for a once-in-a-lifetime trip where everything is aligning perfectly, and I get to work with globally known brands and iconic landmarks.

I had a little revelation in the shower last week (I’ll share the full story soon), but to sum up exactly how I’m feeling right now: these last 40 years have been an incredibly wild, beautiful adventure. But with everything unfolding for me lately, I have this undeniable feeling that it was all just dress rehearsal.

The main act is just getting started. Watch out world—I’m coming for you. 🖤🍾

40th birthday, turning 40, milestone birthday reflection, #ThisIs40 #OwnYourStory #birthdaygirl #girlmom 

next chapter, owning your story

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