Posts by Nat
Speed Dial with Camille Styles
At the start of the Nat’s Next Adventure’s journey, my dear friend Brooke stood in line to have a bonafide blogger sign her book for me. She also solicited advice on my behalf. And the author, Camille Styles, graciously offered up some (“Be consistent. Keep at it. Blog every day.”). She didn’t stop there. Since…
Read MoreMermaid Sprinkle
We celebrated our fellow Foxes, Brooke, Hap and Gray, on the impending arrival of their baby girl. Given our surroundings and proximity to the sea, we chose a mermaid theme. Below, a fraction of the fun. Thanks, in large part, to our friends at Paper Source. I love a good prep and planning sesh. Craft letters that…
Read MoreGame Night
Our group loves a good game so when we were talking about how to spend our Fourth of July, and the first of our days together out in the Hamptons, a game night seemed like a natural- and fun- fit. And a spontaneous one at that. We threw this together pretty last minute and are…
Read MoreTwo-Way Street
Nat, Zach and their daughter Lilly are looking at old photos. Zach: Lilly, look at this picture of Mommy and Daddy. Nat: That’s when Daddy still really liked Mommy, was nice to her and did all sorts of romantic things. Zach: Relationships are a two way street, Lilly. Nat: Some are one-way. Zach: And on those streets men are always…
Read More30a
We’ve been going to the beaches of 30a for years. Since I started dating my husband nine years ago, I’ve gone with his family to visit the picturesque panhandle of Florida. The panhandle, you say? It sounds unappealing; It’s anything but. The shore is filled with white sand, the water a gorgeous green… Our resort,…
Read MoreSpeed Dial with Cassie Kelley
Today I’m kicking off a special blogger series of Speed Dial. Since I’ve started this site, I’ve come across so many inspiring and adventurous women making their own corner of the world more stylish, informative and fun. Who better to kick things off than the Womanista herself in the throes of a major expansion? Cassie and I…
Read MoreBald Head Island
Speaking of Brooke, when she invited the girls down for a few days away at her home on Bald Head Island, North Carolina, the only questions were how soon could we make it happen? And who would take our kids? Amanda and I both left our toddlers behind (they’ll blame us for that later) but she…
Read MoreDIY Girls Night
Let’s face it, there’s never enough girl time. Post-college, beyond twenty-something, when there are careers, spouses, children, time with our ladies is scarce. And while I love meeting up for dinner and drinks, checking out a new spot, having someone serve us, I often only get to talk to the person I’m sitting next to,…
Read MoreAlaska
I’m not a big cruise person. My parents are. Years ago, they invited my then-boyfriend, now-husband, and me on an Alaskan cruise and I’m so glad we said yes. It’s one of my favorite trips to date. We traveled on Princess Cruises, went in August (the perfect time to weather and witness the 49th state’s…
Read MorePeppa Pig Party
You chose Peppa. We did Peppa! They say love is in the details. Well, there’s no greater love than I have for my girl so this fete was full of the little things that, when you add them all up, matter much. Kind of like life. After last year’s French-inspired muted tones, I was thrilled to go…
Read MoreChicago
I heart Chicago. I’ve been several times now over the years and just love that city. Unless it’s the winter. Then I amend my former statement. But Spring, Summer, Fall… I’m there. (These pics were snapped in November.) It has amazing architecture, good eats, clean streets! Coming from New York, the latter is very appreciated.…
Read MoreBabe
Nat: We’re gonna have to start watching what we say cause she’s really starting to mimic everything. Zach goes to change his daughter’s diaper. He takes a book from her and gives it to Nat. Zach: Lilly, let Mommy read this to you while I wipe your a… Nat shoots him a look. Zach: ……
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