A style blog based on a fifty-something Baby Boomer doing her best to age gracefully.
Here are all of my lifestyle posts featuring my family, travel, home decor, and inspirations.
Unsurprisingly, I find Afternoon Tea delightful and elegant, especially during my recent teatime at the Ivy Hotel in Charm City.
Part of the allure of the Ivy Hotel is the opportunity to explore the exclusive interior of this magnificently restored 1889 mansion. The original owner, a wealthy homeowner, commissioned architect Charles Carson to design the house to reflect wealth, power, and taste in Mount Vernon, Baltimore’s most prestigious neighborhood at that time.
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I made the most of the remaining mild autumn weather by visiting Holland Ridge Farm Fall Flowers for their last U-pick event. As you know, I love flowers and glory in seeing the Philly Flower Show and Longwood Gardens annually. And most recently, the Holland Ridge Farms Tulip Festival in New Jersey.
Are you a tea enthusiast? Have you recently enjoyed afternoon tea? I recently indulged in this beloved tradition at the new Akwaaba Tea Salon in Philly. The new Akwaaba Tea Salon is in the Powelton section of Philadelphia, just down the street from another Akwaaba venue. The Tea Salon/Powleton Village received historical designation in 1985 […]
Hubby and I celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary at Salamander Middleburg, a premier resort in Loudoun County, Virginia. I learned that Loudoun County is the wealthiest county in the United States, with its abundance of horse farms and wineries. It’s no wonder Sheila Crump Johnson chose this area to establish her real estate empire.
Mr. and Mrs. Trent Hargrove, today, September 8, marks our 40th wedding anniversary.
Living in Central Pennsylvania has perks, including quick getaway trips. Recently, my husband and I decided to take advantage of this by going on a weekend trip to Charm City, Baltimore. I discovered that one of Baltimore’s nicknames is Charm City. I wasn’t familiar with Baltimore’s claim as a charming city. Nonetheless, we all heard […]
Recently, my sister Tasha, daughter Channing, and I spent a July Saturday exploring New Hope and Peddler’s Village in Bucks County. Bucks County is one of those charming suburbs outside Philadelphia. Some rate New Hope overrated, but I have childhood memories of visiting this area with my mom. She looked for little ways to […]
Do you want to experience slow-down travel hospitality? If so, visit the Center of Portugal. Since the COVID-19 health pandemic shut down, travelers, including myself, are reevaluating their travel experiences. I believe the correct term is transformational travel. This type of travel encourages one to disconnect from their busy lives to learn new skills and […]
Last evening was truly unforgettable. It was an evening filled with dinner and dancing with wonderful friends at the annual Club 21 Dinner Dance in Hershey, PA. Most people spend Memorial Day weekend getting together with families and friends or attending observances for fallen heroes; my hubby and I have a tradition of attending this […]
We all agree that spring is spectacular, with trees coming alive from dormancy and blooming, daffodils, hyacinths, and tulip bulbs bursting forth. But a Candlelight Concert featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons is the ultimate way to celebrate spring. I recently discovered the Candlelight Concerts through the eye-catching images with candles on social media. Exploring Instagram and […]