Tag Archives: walking

CROSSING THE LINE in Black and White Gingham

Posted on August 20, 2017 by carmen

Last trip to Seattle I packed only black and white clothes. It was so simple to take a minimal of pieces and yet still have enough different looks to mix and so easy to match. Of course, knowing I’d be … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, New York City, Photography, Plant-based diet, Scenery, Shopping, Summer, Travel, Vegan restaurant, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged black and white, Central Park, gingham, nature, photography, red shoes, Scenery, vegan, vegan food, vegan restaurant, walking | 13 Comments

Schafer Baillie Mansion on Capitol Hill

Posted on December 17, 2016 by carmen

The Schafer Baillie Mansion is an exquisite Bed and Breakfast on Capitol Hill in Seattle–walking distance from Drizzle and Shine, my daughter’s eco boutique. I wore my new gray Synergy top (fair-trade, made in Nepal) that I bought at Jean’s … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, eco fashion, Fair trade, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, jewellery, Memories, Nostalgia, Photography, Scenery, Seattle, Travel | Tagged Drizzle and Shine, Le Chateau, Schafer Baillie Mansion, Synergy clothing, thrifting, walking | 18 Comments

Forget-me-not

Posted on April 25, 2014 by carmen

I love spring and although it’s been taking awhile here in Southern Ontario for spring to arrive in it’s fullness, the evidence is now clear; forget-me-nots, bluebells and daffodils are blooming in the forest. Warmer days beckon me to come … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Photography, Scenery, Spring | Tagged Active Lifestyle, bluebells, daffodils, forest, forget-me-not, spring, spring flowers, walking | 17 Comments

Shopping in Harlem NYC

Posted on October 18, 2013 by carmen

While in New York City we stayed in Harlem. No matter what you’ve heard about Harlem in the past and possibly the bad reputation it once had, Harlem has greatly improved: friendly people, lovely shops, flea markets, fine restaurants, Starbucks, … Continue reading →

Posted in Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, New York City, Travel | Tagged Babenoir, black and white, Harlem, Harlem Tavern, hi-lo blouse, high low trend, Jeanofalltrades, pajama pants, pajama-style pants, walking | 22 Comments

The High Line NYC

Posted on September 30, 2013 by carmen

After a fun morning of shopping at the Chelsea Market we climbed the stairs to the High Line, an abandoned railroad that has been recycled into a beautiful walking path with wild plants and benches to relax. I wore my … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Jeanofalltrades, New York City, Photography, Shopping, Summer, Travel | Tagged Active Lifestyle, High Line, New York City, NYC, remixing clothes, thrifting, travel, walking | 8 Comments

Flowers and Fuchsia

Posted on September 13, 2013 by carmen

One of the centres where I teach dance has a beautiful art display. These florals are painted by local amateur artists and they capture the spirit of the summer season so vividly! Amazing talent! I can only paint by numbers, … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Art, Dance, Fashion, Summer, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged Active Lifestyle, art with flowers, dance class, floral paintings, fuchia, fuchsia, healthy living, hot pink, keeping active, plant-based diet, staying fit, summer, walking | 4 Comments

Elora Gorge – a walk on the wild side

Posted on July 31, 2013 by carmen

The nature trails along the Grand River are extensive and here at the Elora Gorge the view is spectacular! Starting across the river from the Elora Mill Inn there are two abandoned factories. Little Folks Furniture company made children’s furniture. … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Fashion, Nature, Photography, Scenery, Summer | Tagged Elora Gorge, elora mill inn, forests, gorge, hiking, little folks furniture, nature, Scenery, shopping, style, walking | 14 Comments

Street Walker

Posted on November 10, 2012 by carmen

I miss dancing–I’m so used to dancing two to four hours a day. While on holidays, I have taken to the streets. This neighbourhood is fun to walk around and shops are within walking distance. It’s a bit like stepping … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Dance, Fashion, Seattle | Tagged faux-fur, walking | 6 Comments

Happy Thanksgiving

Posted on October 7, 2012 by carmen

In Canada, we celebrate Thanksgiving on the second weekend of October. Being vegetarian/vegan, our family enjoys meals together, eating a healthy, vegetarian dinner. Harvest is plentiful and we have so much to be thankful for. Though meals are simple; they … Continue reading →

Posted in Active Lifestyle, Animals, Memories, Photography, Scenery, Thanksgiving, Vegetarian/Vegan Lifestyle | Tagged hiking, Thanksgiving, walking | 12 Comments

A Sunny Sunday Stroll

Posted on September 16, 2012 by carmen

I enjoy September. Gone are the humid, hazy days of summer and temperatures are pleasant. Autumn is on the way and I love the changing of the leaves as they turn gold and crimson. I still wear white and pastels, … Continue reading →