Hallie Bateman is freelance writer and illustrator based in Los Angeles. Her work has been published by The New Yorker, The New York Times Magazine, The Awl and others. She is the author of Brave New Work (2016), What To Do When Iām Gone (2018) and Directions (2021). P.S. I love my kids, butā¦ and […]
What little things have you been enjoying/eating/watching/reading lately? As the days get darker (Iām looking at you, 4:15 p.m.), Iāve been on the lookout for extra glimmers. First up is this Thanksgiving crew, which included both my parents, my two kids, and a smattering of friends. Since Iām usually behind the camera, I tried to […]
What clothes have you worn over and over? Iām always reaching for my trusty wool sweater and walking sneakers, and for the past 14 years, Iāve also worn Cuyanaās leather bags on hundreds (thousands?) of everyday adventuresā¦ Classic Easy Tote in Cappuccino The other day, I brought Cuyanaās buttery leather tote to grab coffee and […]
Ā The New Jersey shore brings instant thoughts of sun-soaked beaches, bustling boardwalks, and classic summertime memories. But, Iāll let you in on a secret ā winter along the Jersey shore holds its own special magic, especially at ICONA Avalon Resort. During what theyāve dubbed āCozy Season,ā the Winter Wonderland celebration at ICONA Avalon transforms […]
A fragrant, simmering pot of apple cider is how this Old-Fashioned recipe from Deb Perelmanās Smitten Kitchen Keepers begins, as you transform the cider into a sweet concentrate. Then you add bourbon, bitters, and ice for the perfect come-on-in-and-make-yourself-at-home cocktail that will disappear as quickly as the gigantic cheese ball. (Meaning, very!) Why this recipe […]
Whoās left on your holiday list? There are always a few people who are tough to shop for, and you told us the giftees stumping you the most are preteens/teens, in-laws, and teachers. So, here are a bunch of of ideas, many of which are under $30ā¦ TEENS AND TWEENS: Preteen and teens are notoriously […]
People daydream about the perfect wedding, but sometimes mishaps happen āĀ and they end up being the best parts. Here are nine weddings that didnāt go according to plan because of hungry dogs, tropical storms, and ripped dressesā¦ āMy fiancĆ© Qiess and I took 10 weeks of dance lessons to prepare for our first dance. But […]
Hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving! Both my mom and my dad (who have been divorced for 30+ years) came to our house for the big feast. I was slightly nervous (would they feel awkward? should I come up with conversation starters?), but it actually went really well. I felt so inspired by their diplomacy […]
For those who also live by the knock-with-your-elbows rule, youāve likely given lots of wine to hosts over the years. Wine is great! Itās nice to bring something that people will enjoy! But you know whatās better? CONDIMENTS. Itās my firm belief that condiments work for any occasion. Having a bad day? Hereās some glistening […]
Ā The holidays can have us running around like crazy and constantly short on time. In between decorating, shopping, wrapping gifts, and baking up a storm, having to cook dinner is the last thing we want to do.Ā Thatās why having frozen pizza is a great thing to have on hand to help you save […]
