Tag Archives: style

Leopards and Tigers and Bears, OH MY!

Posted on December 16, 2014 by

I’m a huge fan of animal prints and faux fur. My first leopard print was PJs that my mom bought for me in the 60s. She bought herself a pair too because she would often buy us matching clothes, including … Continue reading →

Posted in Animals, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Photography, Scenery, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 12 Comments

Happy Birthday Jean!

Posted on December 9, 2014 by

My daughter jeanofalltrades began her style blog in January 2011 and by the end of the year, I joined the club. When I started my blogging journey three years ago, I made a video for her birthday (and to celebrate … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, Memories, Videos | Tagged , , , , | 17 Comments

Shopping in Niagara-on-the-Lake

Posted on November 25, 2014 by

Shopping in Niagara-on-the-Lake is not just shopping; it’s an experience … delightful shops, unique things, sidewalk cafes, art and entertainment, nature by the lake, a beautiful park all in walking distance. Wine tasting, antiques and the lavender shop are within … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Day Trips, Fashion, Memories, Nature, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Photography, Scenery | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 6 Comments

Fabulous After 40 – Neon Rainbow – What I Wore

Posted on September 5, 2014 by

It’s a pleasure to be featured again in one of the world’s most fashionable eMagazines for women over 40! Here we are, three fashion bloggers – wearing bold and beautiful colours! Click Fabulous After 40 to go to the article … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion | Tagged , , , , , | 17 Comments

Summer in the City

Posted on August 7, 2014 by

Summer in New York City! On our way to get our pedicures, Jean and I had to take a detour because the police blocked two blocks of the street; turned out to be a bomb scare but it was a … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, New York City, Shopping, Vegan restaurant, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | 8 Comments

Pajama Pants in Public

Posted on July 28, 2014 by

I’ve seen a lot of young girls (as well as women) wearing pajama pants, in the middle of winter! The ones I’ve seen are frumpy flannel and too juvenile for me. It looks like they just got out of bed … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion | Tagged , , , , , , , | 12 Comments

Lady in Beige

Posted on May 21, 2014 by

I have been called that. Hopefully, it’s a compliment. Sounds a bit boring but I do love my neutrals. Even though I’ve been adding lots of colours and prints to my wardrobe, and I try to add pops of colour … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion | Tagged , , , , , | 12 Comments

Lady in Pink

Posted on May 12, 2014 by

Perhaps this would not make a great hit song, but it does make a lovely spring colour. My Mom’s favourite colour was pink. Growing up, we had pink roses on the living room drapes, a pink gingham kitchen, with pink … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Memories, Nostalgia, Photography, Scenery, Spring | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 14 Comments

Like Daughter – Like Mother

Posted on May 11, 2014 by

My daughter Jean inspired me to start blogging, which has been a fashionable and fun hobby. She influenced me to become vegan and I’m healthier and happier for it. She gave me courage to get my ears pierced (I’m very … Continue reading →

Posted in Art, Fashion, Florida, Jeanofalltrades, Memories, New York City, Plant-based diet, Restaurants, Seattle, Travel, Vegan restaurant, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 21 Comments

Muskoka

Posted on May 5, 2014 by

Once discovered, never forgotten … A weekend getaway in beautiful, picturesque Gravenhurst, Ontario is a perfect way to spend time with nature and family, even on a rather dreary, rainy weekend. The sun came out on the drive home. Thank … Continue reading →

Posted in Day Trips, Fashion, Muskoka, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Spring, Travel, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , | 17 Comments