A Little Piece of Home

A Little Piece of Home

Posted by: on May 25, 2011 | No Comments

I’m basically a creature of habit.  But then again, I love to travel.  The travel alarm clock satisfies both my reticent and adventurous sides.

Supping in Saratoga Springs

Supping in Saratoga Springs

Posted by: on May 23, 2011 | One Comment

I mentioned recently that Simply Refined would be relocating to Chicago in the fall, but for the next few months we’ll be based in Saratoga Springs, NY.  I just moved up yesterday morning, and am living in a hotel in downtown Saratoga with my father until our apartment is ready later in the week.

Simply Slippers

Simply Slippers

Posted by: on May 20, 2011 | 4 Comments

All the young ladies I know have spent the last few weeks fretting about graduation frocks, and I must admit the commotion got the better of me.  I got the itch for some new “graduation shoes.”

Graduation Gala

Graduation Gala

Posted by: on May 18, 2011 | 3 Comments

Well, it’s finally here – Graduation Week.  I’ve got my gown and cap in hand, the campus is beginning to team with parents and relatives, and the University has planted a few thousand flowers to compensate for the mediocre weather. 

A Different Gin

A Different Gin

Posted by: on May 16, 2011 | No Comments

This time of year usually finds me putting down the whisky and brandy in favor of lighter spirits and cocktails.  But, with our unseasonably cool temperatures I’ve been forced to find something new.