Window Shopping in Paris...

We know that Paris windows are exquisite, but what about taking a stroll through Paris during the turn of the century? Here are some lovely store windows by French photography Eugene Atget (1857-1927), via Retronaut. Enjoy!Avenue des Gobelins, 1925Coiffeur, Bd. de Strasbourg,...

Happy Weekend from the City by the Bay!

BRRRR!!!image from h...

Finally, a Filipino Restaurant in St. Thomas

I felt like Christmas when I discovered the Asian Restaurant in St. Thomas this year.Of course, it wasn't here when I lived in the Caribbean in the 90's, but as my travels brings me back to the Virgin Islands each month, this food oasis is a welcome treat.  When cruse ships...

Dining Review: Public in Zeeland, Michigan

The first restaurant in Zeeland, Michigan's main street is bound to leave its mark on this lakeshore city that desperately needs a dining destination. Read my dining review of Public as published on MLive and the Grand Rapids Press. Click HE...

A Boat Load of Sushi

It's been several months since I've gorged myself on sushi - which I highly recommend. My hotel colleagues and I couldn't decide on which sushi to start (I love eel, my wife loves tuna, one friend loves salmon and the fourth couldn't care less) so I made a management decision and...

Just in - Pretty in Pink!

I fell in love with these Murano caged pendant lamps when I saw them. The prettiest shade of pink. Wouldn't they look lovely clustered over a table or in your favorite room?They date to the mid-1950s and are sold as a set of three. You can get more info and purchase here! images:...

Happy Monday!

Have a great week ahead!image credit: unkn...

Happy First Day of Summer!!

HAVE FUN!image from here&nb...

Inspiring Images...exteriors

One of my favorite boards on Pinterest is "beautiful buildings." I just swoon over architecture from centuries ago. Take a peek at some of my favorites images:Guatelmala, Jessica SprigPortugal, Eudoro PortoBarcelona, Arnin SchulzParis, Feathers and FrillsBarcelona, Moonlight2576Paris,...

Happy Birthday on This Day!

A year ago today was my mom's last birthday. She passed away the next morning. The last thing she talked about to the nurse was the birthday cake that her friends gave her. She just loved birthday cakes and parties.So, in honor of my mom, Happy Birthday! I miss you so much! This...

New Arrivals at Paris Hotel Boutique!

Today is the day! Over 60 new arrivals at Paris Hotel Boutique! Click here to go shopping...Below are some of my favorite pieces...I adore this Victorian painting of a gentleman smoking a cigarette. So unusual to see just his hands.An English enamel 9 carat mourning  locket...love...

Is that the lady who took our silver?

Yes!It's part of  Paris Hotel Boutique's new arrivals on their way to you!! Tons of new pieces will be available for purchase tomorrow  at 7:30 am PST/10:30 am EST.I'll give you another 'shout out' tomorrow morning!Until then, have a most wonderful we...

A Most Unique Find.

The Victorians were fascinated by the discoveries of explorers. They collected and catalogued everything, from rocks and butterflies to the tribes of India. This rare album is an example of the Victorian era at its finest. There is so much to tell about it.This leather bound album...

Five Lessons I Learned From The French Lifestyle

The Parisian Cafe Society across from Les HallesHere is my article as published in Shore Magazine's July 2012 edition.There is some truth to the saying that we Americans �Live to Work� and Europeans �Work to Live.� This became very evident during my family �s Spring break trip to...

Springtime in Paris

Children playing tag in Jardin du LuxembourgI love Paris in every season. Catch a glimpse of springtime in the City of Light by reading my travel article on MLive.com and The Grand Rapids Press. Click below...http://www.mlive.com/travel/index.ssf/2012/05/paris_travel_guide_...