Living

Living

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Chic is where you find it!
- Bonnie Cashin

"I love fashion, I love everything about it"  When I get up in the morning I can decide "who" I want to be that day:  cute, high fashion Parisian woman, grungy, chic, English gardener in my wellies.  It always changes and always depends on my mood. 

I also love fitness! Everything I do, really starts with exercise.  In order for me to be healthy, happy, care for my three sons, be a wife, creative person and all the other endless things I have to do in the course of the day, sometimes not stopping for 20 hours straight!!  I need my hour of excersise every morning and when I take this time, often the only time I have for myself, I feel like I can rule the world. 

To us Wellness is living beautifully starting on the inside first. Each month we will add special little quotes and sayings that inspire us, helpful healthy tips and anything we feel will help us all achieve “Wellness” in our lives.

Scarves from Saint Tropez and Lunch from The Paris House Designs

Saturday, November 21st, 2009

Scarves from Saint Tropez and Lunch from The Paris House Designs

[ April 25, 2010; 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. ]
Many beautiful items have arrived in our Boutique straight from Saint Tropez France

 Delicious Items!!

Chic Items perfect for Gift Giving

Our Scarf collection is so chic and elegant from the very classic wool and silk scarves with the faux fur pom poms to the fun purple and black scarves with fringe.  I love them all and have kept a [...]

Creating Comfort and Joy

Monday, November 16th, 2009

Creating Comfort and Joy

 
~A change of plans~
Our plans changed drastically Friday evening.  We had planned to ‘party-hop’, starting off at our friend’s house for ‘Boys night out’ I’m hell bent on becoming the queen of  darts. Then we were heading off to our neighbors and good friends for an 80’s themed birthday party.
We had fun costumes planned, I [...]

Santa Baby Hurry over to The Paris House Boutique (Giveaway)

Wednesday, November 11th, 2009

Santa Baby Hurry over to The Paris House Boutique (Giveaway)

Ooh La La Chic, Unique and one-of-a-kind goodies are in The Paris House Boutique Just in time for the Holidays.
How fabulously fun is this photo!!  Je l’adore!!  Mon amie Marie sent it to Moi while she was shopping up a storm for our fabulous boutique.  Look at the pink handbag in the bottom of the [...]

Hangin with Billy Bullseye~ Fashion, Food, Fun

Sunday, November 8th, 2009

Hangin with Billy Bullseye~ Fashion, Food, Fun

 First of all   I want to thank each and everyone of you for all the heart felt beautiful comments.  A year ago ‘Blogging’ was the farthest thing from my mind, and now I truly can’t imagine my life without all of you in it.   We miss Maggie so much and having so much support through emails, phone [...]

Fashionable Business Luncheon Paris House Style

Tuesday, October 27th, 2009

Fashionable Business Luncheon Paris House Style

I have a Business Luncheon with my good friend Marie who also happens to be French. That means I need to be chic.  This is the outfit I decided on.  Classic is my style and typically the way  I dress most of the time, especially during the day.  In the evening for cocktail parties I like sexy [...]

Magdalena in Manhattan

Thursday, October 22nd, 2009

Magdalena in Manhattan

(to read chapter one click here)
(**** a quick note before the story, is anyone having a hard time reading my posts and are my images distorted on your screen? If so can you let me know, thanks)

Magdalena was quiet on the ride into Manhattan, barely listening while her mother and grandmother’s talked non- stop about the black [...]

Rainy with a Chance of Manhattan

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009

Rainy with a Chance of Manhattan

 A very damp day in the city, It only took one hour to get in then the rain slowed things down.. but I need to get into the Diamond District plus my dermatologist is in from Santa Monica Ca. and I want to squeeze in an appt. while she’s on the east coast.
( I’m not sure why, [...]

The Grand Opening of The Paris House

Sunday, September 27th, 2009

The Grand Opening of The Paris House

Hello My Dear Family, Friends and Loyal Readers
I hope you enjoy our new website and can easily find all the recipes, crafts, cocktails, travel , garden,  portfolio slideshows and much much more, now that everything is archived and a snap to locate!!
We will continue to update our blog and boutique weekly.  And next month We [...]

Did I ever tell you about my Handy MAN

Thursday, September 17th, 2009

Did I ever tell you about my Handy MAN

That he looks like this!!Seriously he is this gorgeousA few years ago when Oliver was a baby and I was a very tired mom who was up all night nursing and caring for two other children etc. etc,. We were very busy arranging some work that needed to get done around the house. Well Well [...]

America

Friday, September 11th, 2009

America

I keep looking at this image. It seems that it must be a movie, that this could not have happened. Of course we all know it was no movie it did happen and our hearts are still breaking.

It is so haunting, the majestic Statue of Liberty standing there watching the horror unfold before her, [...]

September Baby, I LOVE BIRTHDAYS

Tuesday, September 8th, 2009

September Baby, I LOVE BIRTHDAYS

THE PARIS HOUSE LOVES TO PARTY
JOIN ME FOR MY BIRTHDAYDON’T FORGET TO ACCESSORIZE YOURSELF
MY GRANDMOTHER’S VINTAGE JEWELRY PIECES
I LOVE THEM
THE PARIS HOUSE IS RE-MAKING THESE VINTAGE PIECES FOR OUR BOUTIQUE
THEY ARE THE MARGARET BRACELET AND NECKLACE
HOW TO PLAN A PERFECT PARTYSET THE SCENE

USE FANTASTIC FUN ACCESSORIESTHE SWIZZLE STICKS, THE PARIS HOUSE

THE [...]

A Natural Beauty, The Finger Lakes (Part One)

Monday, August 31st, 2009

A Natural Beauty, The Finger Lakes (Part One)

Lets Pack our bags and fill them with lots of pretty outfits, accessories, toys and treats for the kids. Its time to hit the road and go on an adventure with Bunny and her gang….. We are off to The Finger Lakes Region to take in all the natural beauty it has to offer, buts [...]

Fashion, Food, Wine, Awards, and Bon Voyage

Wednesday, August 19th, 2009

Fashion, Food, Wine, Awards, and Bon Voyage

A GIRL CAN DREAM….
I AM BECOMING A BIT OBSESSED WITH THIS MISS SICILY PINK HANDBAG BY DOLCE AND GABANNA. IT IS MY FAVORITE COLOR AND MY FAVORITE STYLE, CLASSIC, BUT WITH A JOLT OF COLOR AND PERSONALITY…

I love Autumn, everything about it. Even the way I “Look” says Autumn..My brown [...]

I highly recommend Burt’s Bees products

Monday, August 17th, 2009

I highly recommend Burt’s Bees products

Burt’s Bees

I highly recommend Burt’s Bees products, I love their orange face wash, it leaves your skin dewy and glowing.  You don’t have to spend a fortune for nice glowing skin.  Burts Bee products are natural, gentel and very affordable. Check out their web-site and order some of their products and create a spa night [...]

I love the new SPF 20 from L’Occitane

Monday, August 17th, 2009

I love the new SPF 20 from L’Occitane

L’Occitane

I love the new SPF 20 from L’Occitane that is part of their Immortelle Biologique line. I used it every day in Florida, I like color on my body but not a tan on my face, only a health glow. This line really delivers the goods and moisturizes like crazy. It leaves your skin dewy [...]

The Paris House loves Kate Somerville products

Monday, August 17th, 2009

The Paris House loves Kate Somerville products

Kate Somerville

Beauty updates, The Paris House loves Kate Somerville products, try her Exfoliating Mask, it is wonderful. All of her products are great and will get your skin glowing and ready for summer with no need for any makeup, just a great moisturizing sunscreen.
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The Snappy Turtle and The Lillytini Cocktail

Thursday, August 13th, 2009

The Snappy Turtle and The Lillytini Cocktail

This is a perfect cocktail to enjoy while savoring the last weeks of Summer….Slip on a cute Lilly Pulitzer dress and some comfy Jack Roger Sandals and let the fun begin…. Snappy Turtle, Harvey’s on First and The Love Shack are all owned by the same woman and are located in Delray Beach Florida. They [...]

Sexy Red Sofas, Blog Awards and Happiness

Monday, August 10th, 2009

Sexy Red Sofas, Blog Awards and Happiness

It is impossible to not look drop dead gorgeous and sexy while sipping a cocktail on this ruby red sofa. It is nearly 50 years old. It was a tattered old drab beige color that was as boring as can be, I decided to breath new life into it. This room is divided [...]

Here Come the Firemen…Again!!!

Monday, August 3rd, 2009

Here Come the Firemen…Again!!!

I woke up Sunday morning a 5:30am, only crazy people or really really old people do this. Well I don’t think I’m crazy and at the age of 43 (acting 12 most days) I’m not thinking I’m really really old either. NO, just busy being a “Virgo”. I am doing a craft room/studio in [...]

Blog Awards and Mascarpone Chocolate Toffee Bars

Tuesday, July 28th, 2009

Blog Awards and Mascarpone Chocolate Toffee Bars

I’m tired, it has been a busy day. I’m sure many of you busy moms can relate and may have had a similar day. Wake Up, make breakfast, do dishes, make beds, do some laundry, break up the boys fighting, workout (very very important!!!), run errands, dry cleaners, pharmacy etc., pick-up 15 [...]