Beauty Buzz: Beautycounter

March 13, 2014 1 Comment

When I was young I slapped on whatever face cream I grabbed from a shelf at the local pharmacy (price played a large role in my selection). My go-to shampoo and conditioner was made by Suave. Remember that one that had such a distinctive smell? I was young and naive then but now I know… read more

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Hello From: Chronicles of Him & Her

March 10, 2014 1 Comment

One of the things I’ve enjoyed most about being a blogger is the market research. Since starting The Sentimentalist I have spent hours upon hours (John recently asked me if I had gotten to the end of the internet?!?) getting to know other blogs. It’s amazing how many talented people are out there in this… read more

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Could I? Would I? Should I?

March 8, 2014 4 Comments

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Best Books: The Day the Crayons Quit

March 7, 2014 2 Comments

A mystery unfolded in our home 2 weeks ago… One evening as the girls nibbled away at dinner I peeked outside the front door to see a large parcel from Amazon. I carried the box inside and opened it up to find a book inside called The Day the Crayons Quit and there with the… read more

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Spring in My Step

March 4, 2014 1 Comment

There is no sign of Spring on the East Coast but one can always hope…   *images: Pinterest, and Habitually Chic

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A Family Affair

March 3, 2014 Leave a Comment

Since moving back to the Greenwich area 4 years ago I have loved getting to know some of our local charities. The Family Centers has always stood out to me as a non-profit that works with integrity and love – serving children, adults, and teens. They run everything from grief counseling groups to early head… read more

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Saturday Night Lights!

February 28, 2014 1 Comment

Far too many people I care about have lost loved ones to brain cancer. The greatest way we can honor those who have died is by trying to create a future without this illness. A group of wonderful women run this event which raises money to find a cure for brain cancer through research grants…. read more

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Cherry Bomb!

February 27, 2014 3 Comments

Despite my best efforts to kick the habit I am hopelessly obsessed with sugar. Sigh… To avoid going off the deep end I do my best to keep sweets around the house that have some redeeming health qualities. This recipe is packed with protein (thank you almonds and cashews), has no processed ingredients, and is… read more

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Make-Up Break Up!

February 25, 2014 1 Comment

I recently dropped my absolute favorite Laura Mercier eyeshadow on the tile floor and alas I thought she was gone for good. Gold Dust is a discontinued color… And then something happened that I consider to be a rarity these days –  I remembered something someone had told me. Yup. I did. My sister told… read more

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The Sentimentalist Site Redesign

February 22, 2014 Leave a Comment

While it has been a frosty winter it’s starting to feel like spring has sprung over here at The Sentimentalist! Give us one good day of sunshine and temperatures above 30 degrees and we have a bounce in our step and a grin on our face. This seemed like the perfect time to introduce you… read more

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