Wednesday, December 25, 2013

12.25.13

Merry Christmas to you and yours.


Tuesday, December 17, 2013

12.17.13

Escape to ... Juan Dolio

Tomorrow I am off to spend Christmas with my family in the Dominican Republic. I'm pretty excited to see the sun again and maybe get a bit of color. I've never spent Christmas on the beach but I guess there's a first time for everything. The only thing is - we've never been to the little town of Juan Dolio. We have no idea what's in store for us! Either way, I'm excited to report back about what we find... STAY TUNED! 



Monday, December 16, 2013

12.16.13

Weekend Recap ... 

The last few weekends have been filled with holiday cheer. First we got our tree and dressed up our home. And then ... just when I think I'm ready to head back to the golden state, New England pulls me back in with it's snow-covered beauty! We got our first snow storm of the season on Saturday and it was completely magical. It was also pretty cold but it was worth it to watch the city become a real-life snow globe. I realize that I have described myself as a summer baby, but there is something about snow that makes me feel like my insides are glowing. When we moved here last year, Colin would laugh at me as I sat by the window to watch the snowflakes come down. You'd think I'd never seen snow before! Regardless, if you have the chance to play in the snow this year, take a second to yourself to appreciate the beauty.

Colin likes to call this our Kris-size tree.

Mulled Wine. This recipe was excellent!

Tree decorating spread.

Before we hit the ice and my inner Michelle Kwan came out.

Warming up inside this cute Beacon Hill cafe.

One more because it's Christmas time and I like this guy!

Wednesday, December 11, 2013

12.18.13

Words to live by ...

Whether you are in the last leg of final exams (like myself), working over-time so you can enjoy the holidays, slashing your to-do list down, or just trying to keep warm in this crazy weather, just remember:


Friday, December 6, 2013

12.6.13

 Around Town ... Daddy Jones

Every so often my friends and I take a break from grad school to check out new places or new-to-us places. I drove by Daddy Jones for almost a year until finally walking in. Being a wine girl, I didn't try the cocktails but let me tell you about the food. The menu is made up of Greek specialties and they're all pretty fantastic. If you're looking for a relaxed, cozy atmosphere for a girls night, I would recommend this place.






Wednesday, December 4, 2013

12.4.13

Weekend Recap ... Still Recovering

I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving. The holiday season seems to have snuck up on me yet again and I wish I had a pause button. Actually, I wish this was next year when exams won't be coinciding with all my fun. But, c'est la vie. Here's a little recap of our Thanksgiving trip to California.

Patty has been redecorating our home and I am obsessed with our new red door.

Colin was put on Bloody Mary duty.

See that smile? 
That's how I know he's still my baby brother.

Dad and us.

This table has seen many a dinner.

Dad played bartender ... This is mom's sampling.


Kinda loving the new Bay Bridge.

Cousins. They literally light up my life.

Tried to walk off the turkey along the new Bay Bridge. 
Definitely bringing bikes next time!