A Letter to Myself 2018 – Year of Bravery, Courage, Joy

Photo taken at the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, MA – in front of one of a Mark Rothko painting. Dear BlueBoots, First of all, I want to tell 2017-you that I’m proud of you, and I love you. This past year you took on many new opportunities. You seized the moment – the NOW … More A Letter to Myself 2018 – Year of Bravery, Courage, Joy

10 ways How I’m making the switch to clean, organic health and beauty 

2016 is thus far holding up as a brand, new year of lifestyle change and trying new things. Fueled by an increased desire to be healthy (germs, you don’t own me), and have the energy to do all the activities that bring me happiness and balance, I’ve been making a new effort to pay attention … More 10 ways How I’m making the switch to clean, organic health and beauty 

In A French State of Mind

More than usual, France is on my mind. I haven’t commented on the news or social matters on this blog – I like to keep it light-hearted and inspirational. I don’t intend to start now with blending the news – which is almost always a big downer (to say the least), but I would first … More In A French State of Mind

Reflections on the Boston Marathon & Recipe {brunch} Apple Braided Challah Bread

It’s the Saturday morning before the Boston Marathon, and while driving into the heart of the city this morning to “go to work” with B, many runners and their families were out and about before 9 am, bibs proudly pinned onto athletic gear, and carrying plastic drawstring bags filled with snacks, water bottles, shirts and … More Reflections on the Boston Marathon & Recipe {brunch} Apple Braided Challah Bread