Happy Monday! I am not in nearly as happy of a place today as I was last Monday, when we were in sunny and warm Florida.
Reflections from this past week.
1. Joaquin Phoenix’s acceptance speech at the Oscars. Did anyone else cry their eyes out? It was so raw and sensitive. Was anyone convinced to stop drinking milk? I am not a vegan but I never drink milk. And I have never eaten veal in my life. The idea of eating any cow, especially a baby, is completely repulsive.
2. Suitably. My sweet friend Annabel Gatto and her husband just launched a capsule line of under $100, machine washable classic work wear aimed at women just starting their careers. These versatile pieces belong in every wardrobe. Annabel has worked so hard to start her incredible business, and, on top of that, she was kind enough to refer me to a former coworker in the legal industry to help me grow my business, which next to no one takes the time to do. She’s a true champion of women supporting women!
3. The Coastal Creative Conference on March 26 in Greenwich, CT. East Coasters: have you heard of it? Are you going? Kim Thomas of Shorelines Illustrated has put together an amazing panel of bloggers and creators, and I cannot wait to learn more and take my blogging to the next level. Plus, some of the speakers are friends, I have friends attending and I cannot wait to meet some bloggers and brands that I follow! Register here.
4. Bleu. V took me to a lovely French restaurant on the Cape called Bleu. I am ashamed to say that I have never been there. But now that I have, I will be back! I got the escargots, which were perfectly cooked and perfectly garlicky, and the delicious halibut special, with pesto over cauliflower purée. V got a Caesar salad with white anchovies and the coq au vin, which he said was fresh and fork tender. We would have loved to make it to dessert, but we were way too full. The portions are super generous here. And the chef/owner’s name is Frederic Feufeu, which may be the best French name that I have ever heard.
5. Galentines Day. My sweet friend Azulena hosted a fun Galentines event with local tea company Jenwey teas at Encore Casino. We got to select our tea blends, and I chose chocolate rose with mint. I really love going to fun blogger events! I have made some great friends through blogging, and I met some more lovely girls at this event.
6. Margo and Motor Mike. Margo is my pet sitter and friend. She co-runs a rescue in Maine for feline leukemia cats called Ralphie’s Retreat. They do such amazing work giving these cats a great life in a good home. Margo took in a beautiful 8 year old cat named Motor Mike this past summer and gave him so much love and care. Mike passed away last week, and I am crushed for Margo. I cannot put into words how much she has done for me and my cats. I wouldn’t have had a life these past three years without her. If you would like to donate to Ralphie’s Retreat, you can to so here.
7. Feed and blog updates. I asked my followers on Instagram what they would like to see more of, and some people kind of freaked out, thinking that things were going to change. Relax! I am not going to change. I am in my 40’s, and I know who I am. I just like getting feedback!
8. Still a work in progress. I am midway through the Whole Life Challenge. My mindset and habits have changed, but I don’t see a big difference.
That’s all I’ve got for now. Have a great week.
Xoxo Jen @preppyfrancophile