Freshly Squeezed Lemonade on a Summer’s Day
There is nothing more satisfying than a thirst-quenching beverage on a hot summer's day. Homemade lemonade just made the list of summer favourites! To be totally honest, this is my first time making homemade lemonade and I don't know why I waited so long! Made with...
Notes 06.23
Soft clothing. Untamed hair. Linen sheets. Golden mornings at the beach. Iced coffee. Beach reads. Saturday mornings at the farmer's market for that lush and colourful fresh produce. Watermelon and feta salad on a hot summer's day. Evenings on the balcony with...
All You Need is a Light Jacket
My sisters and I are those people that reference movie lines when the moment is just right! One of our most favourite movie quotes has to be Miss Rhode Island version of her perfect date! "It's not too hot, not too cold. All you need is a light jacket!" You couldn't...
Notes 05.23
Hello hello! Happy May! Coming to you from my office as I'm listening to the pitter-patter of the rain falling outside. We had hoped for a picnic and a gathering of wild flowers as it is a tradition in Greece on the first of May but clearly the weather...
bistro corner for our balcony
There is a definite feeling that arises with the arrival of spring—sunlight hits differently around our home, the air changes, the mood changes. Days start getting longer. Nature's sights and sounds awaken and the warmer weather allows us to enjoy all al...
Notes 04.23
Spring makes its presence more prominent in April—it has a definite feeling to it. A lightness in the air. When you slow down a bit and take notice, you'll see how everything becomes lush and alive! Living in the southern part of Greece, it's the fragrance of the...
An Ode to Warm Weather Knits
Warmers days ahead are giving me lots of joy these days! I can't say that I love one season more than another but spring gets me just a little more excited! The weather in Greece is most idyllic at springtime as we get to enjoy the outdoors more comfortably and it's...
Notes 03.23
Little bracelets with red and white woven threads twisted around each other make their appearance in Greece when March comes. 'Marti' bracelets are worn as a celebration of the beginning of spring! It is said that they will protect you from sunburns from the...
For the Love Of Date Night
VDay—the official date night of the year! Before I moved to Greece, Paris and I did the long distant relationship thing so, our first Valentine's Day-s were spent apart! We would send cards, little gifts to one another and we enjoyed the fun-ness of this day doing...
Notes 02.23
February—the final stretch of winter! It surely made its entrance with much snow and colder temperatures. Nevertheless, it's still an idyllic time to lean more into the cosiness of the winter and revel in the warmth of our home. Calendar This section on my monthly...