Lifestyle

  • All About Chaddsford Winery

    As the name might suggest, Chaddsford Winery is located here in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania – it offers a charming, bucolic setting and it is even housed in an historic dairy barn. Its social, inclusive atmosphere is perfect for entertaining visitors, relaxing with friends, or simply just exploring the fascinating process of making wine. This article contains a bit about the winery’s history, as well as some tips for planning your visit and selecting wines!
  • How to Choose the Perfect Christmas Decor

    Christmas is such a magical time of year! Winter may be cold and blustery, but there’s nothing quite as heartwarming as a dwelling that is decorated and glowing with Christmas cheer. Finding the right decorations to create that special, festive feeling, however, can be challenging! In this article, I’ll give you my top tips for choosing the perfect Christmas decor for your home.
  • The Magic of a Longwood Christmas

    Whenever the holiday season is approaching, I know it’s time to book reservations for one of my most treasured Christmas traditions: visiting Longwood Gardens to see the magical Christmas display. A Longwood Christmas has enchanted visitors for decades -- each year, the designers work from a theme to create a whimsical, festive display that captures the hearts of all who attend.
  • A Day at the Delaware Art Museum

    The Delaware Art Museum certainly has something for everyone. The works of Chadds Ford artists like Howard Pyle and N.C. Wyeth are prominently featured in the museum’s permanent collections, and an added bonus was the beautiful sculpture garden, where my grandchildren ran and played happily after our visit. In this article, I share a bit more about this very special place.

  • 6 Ways to Enjoy Nature

    No matter the season or the weather, taking the time to get outside is one of the best ways to even my mood and allow me to reflect on how grateful I am to live in such a magnificent place. In this post, I wanted to share with you some easy ways to head outdoors and appreciate the inspiring beauty of nature.
  • 4 Ways to Celebrate Autumn

    Southeastern Pennsylvania has exploded into an array of vibrant fall colors, and I am here for it! If you are a fall fanatic like I am, I hope you’ll enjoy some of my favorite ways to celebrate this beautiful, magical season.