This week, the day after summer solstice was International Yoga Day. I practiced in the Boston Public Gardens, sponsored by Athleta Newbury Street and my friends at Organic Bath who provided full-size delicious sugar scrubs which I am already enjoying in RefreshMint and Java Jolt. They also brought ample tropical coconut water, sparkling water, and curate … Continue reading
Keep Calm – it’s the middle of the week and I’m here to help you achieve calm through some visual relaxation. Scroll through for the videos at the end to see the Calming Jar in action, and when you want to make your own, come back up here and check out Directions and Materials … Continue reading
Our nephew’s 2nd birthday was in December, and in lieu of toys (since he has so many) we wanted to give him something special and handmade with love. We got a shadowbox frame from Target, a fresh box of 48 Crayola Crayons. Below are the steps we took (team effort!) to arrange the crayons, cut … Continue reading
Good morning! It’s almost the weekend. 😬 I made this canvas piece as a reminder to myself to not race ahead to what’s coming or dwell on the past. It will be necessary more so as days get busier and busier and life’s anxieties mount. But, Matthew 6:31-33 says: therefore do not be anxious, saying, … Continue reading
I hunted for inspiring quotes last week and decided to combine a couple into a wake-me-up right piece of encouragement. Lately, I have been watercoloring, so check out my instagram (@nini4nana) for other up-to-the-minute sketches and latest snaps of where BlueBoots are going. Enjoy a beautiful cool, summer day! Continue reading
