This morning it was the tulips and the bay
Clear inside a crisp May day
Today, I feel clean, like spring
Lifted from the gray wash of yesterday
This balance between the air and water and flower
Is so fragile and holds such power
Within one hour the train will move me away
And the city tide will flow in and steal my day
Shortly after I bought the house … Read More
This Week’s Intimate Discovery: Summer Light Sleepwear
I have been snooping around the market looking for quality affordable cotton sleepwear that still manages to capture the mystique of true Intimate Apparel. In other words, I wanted to find pretty, comfortable styles that pay homage to the beauty inherent in feminine details, 
without breaking the bank. So, when I discovered this airy light woven PJ set from the Vancouver based… Read More
Sunday was Mother’s Day. Regardless of how you define the relationship with your mother, it is an indelible bond, part of your DNA. I loved my mother, fiercely, depended upon her support, and listened to most of her advice. When she tried to direct my behavior, I accepted her guidance, keeping most of my opinions to myself mainly as a gesture of respect. She was pretty good about letting … Read More
When my 3 children were all young, under the age of 10, I found myself in a vortex of hyper activity, constant interruption and mind bending exhaustion. I was raising them while pursuing a full time career. Motherhood was not exactly what I had imagined. I thought I was prepared. After all, I had an excellent role model, but the view is very different from the other side. It is … Read More
This week’s Intimate Discovery: Luxurious Sleepwear for Voluptuous Women
The first time I saw the Two Figs sleepwear
line, I was wary, but intrigued by their design concept: sensual sleepwear pieces engineered for women who wear D – G cup bras. A provocative chemise or gown that provides support and comfort and remains sleep worthy has never been an option for this customer. The Two Figs fit solution incorporates … Read More
When I was a young teenager my mother taught me a very valuable lesson about friendship. I had just entered middle school and badly wanted to befriend a group of girls whose attention I could not attract. “Don’t try”, counseled my mom. Be who you are and if the bond is meant to be, it will abide. Focus on your own goals and pursue your own interests, as unrequited effort … Read More
This week’s Intimate Discovery: Two capital boutiques cater to quality
I usually don’t get an opportunity to visit lingerie shops located outside the NY metropolitan area. What a treat it was, then, to stop by two very unique, very different and very well merchandised boutiques when I traveled to Maryland this week to visit my sister and do a little sightseeing in Washington D.C. I was impressed at how well … Read More