Author Archives: Jane

Weekend wrap and a new blog to share

I am giddy with anticipation for this week’s weather forecast. Sunny and 70s all week. Hello, outdoors. If nothing else, I will finish a few more chapters of my latest book while sitting on the patio …. The weekend was busy with ten-year-old sports on Saturday (baseball win 14-13; soccer win 2-1). The soccer game […]

Resort 2009: Vera Wang

photo from style.com my favorite and yes, it’s because of the lovely skirt color Vera Wang’s Resort collection is so, so wearable (and looks so comfortable) that I had to share a few pictures with you. There are more pretty things, including a few coats (see look #17)! Check it all out at style.com. photo […]

Week Three Update and the Five

Week three is complete! Not much looks different in this photo, but the water pipes have been relocated. Today, say a little prayer to the inspection gods, because if we pass the rough inspection, then it’s time for drywall repair (where the ladder is) and the rest of the cabinets go in. The Five is […]

House & Party Envy

photo from nytimes.com I would love to attend a party at this cute little carriage house. Wouldn’t you? Read the full story in today’s NYTimes.

More Martha

Lots going on at the house Wednesday morning: we had a new (Triumph elm) tree planted, a little construction/insulation work, appliance installation preliminary visit to check measurements, as well as some yard work (more pruning). All finished by 10 am. So, I ended up making an appointment for the Reese haircut at 11 am. I’m […]