The Maldives; A Magical Resort in the Middle of the Indian Ocean

The Maldives was ranked as the top spot to visit by the World Travel Awards in 2020 and after going there on honeymoon, I am not surprised by the accolade.  The stunning, crystal clear turquoise water, white sand beaches, and tropical climate attracts nearly two million tourists a year. The Maldives is an archipelago that …

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A Modified Chinese Tea Ceremony

When planning a wedding…how does a girl incorporate her Chinese heritage? She has a Chinese Tea Ceremony! If you’re unfamiliar with the tradition, it basically symbolizes the union of two families. The ceremony dates back as far as the Tang dynasty (618-907) and was intended to show respect for the groom’s parents and that the …

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How to dress like a French woman… 

If you’re an American heading to Paris, here are some items you’ll want to pack: Walking shoes (this is a walking city, so wear comfortable flats…I saw lots of women wearing white Stan Smith’s and/or Converse during the day). You may want to save your heels for a night out. Neutral Palettes (black, white, beige, …

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Roaming Through Reims and Epernay, Champagne Region, France

If you get the chance to take a day trip to the Champagne region of France, you should go! The region is located northeast of Paris and takes about two hours to get there by car. We left the hotel at 10am and were in the countryside by noon.  Our first stop was Moët and …

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Showered With Love; A Pre-Wedding Celebration

There was plenty of sunshine and lots of love at our pre-wedding celebration over the weekend. Since the man and I are not having a traditional bachelorette/bachelor party, bridal shower, or engagement party, we decided to lump all the celebrations together and throw a Pre-Wedding Celebration at our house. Our one party game? Cake Tasting! …

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Four Reasons to Stay at the Nevis Four Seasons

We just returned from a trip to Nevis (the neighboring island of Saint Kitts) in the Caribbean and I have to say, it was nice to get away. As the world slowly opens back up, traveling is a little different, but if you don’t mind the extra paperwork and multiple Covid tests, you can certainly …

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Getting My Feet Wet And Stepping Into A New Role

life of liberte

Many of you know that both my parents passed away within the last 4 years, but what you may not know is that the result of their untimely passing, allowed me to become part owner of Softub Spas (equal shareholders with my brothers).  It’s a company my dad, Tom, started 35 years ago and it’s …

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