The Sentimentalist
On this Memorial Day… I honor those who gave their lives serving our country. My father served two tours in Vietnam. My grandfather fought in the battle of Iwo Jima. I am in awe of their bravery. They were boys when they went away to war – men when they returned. They saw and did… read more
Well, so, here I am. Almost 5 months since I sent out the very first post for The Sentimentalist and I humbly come knocking on your door with a confession. I lost track of my promises. When I started this blog I promised I would be working on a few things this year and then… read more
Instagram makes me happy. So does Jamaica, spring flowers, beer, little ponytails, window washing, wigs, Toms… Something about this sign at the Blues Jean Bar reminded me of college… Who knew that weeds could be so lovely? Even my feet were happy in Jamaica. Toms – good brand, good style, good work. Jamaica In Full… read more
I usually don’t blog on the weekend but on this Mother’s Day I choose to share. Because yes, it does matter. I wasn’t sure how to sum up what I aim to do on this blog. Then one day – in the midst of life’s chaos and noise – it came to me. “Share. It matters.” Did… read more
If you have talked to me recently you know I am blog obsessed. This technology thing is very addictive… I spend countless hours scouring sites looking for inspiration. It’s time consuming but there is a big upside. There are some seriously smart and talented people on the internet. Real people. Living real lives. Sharing good… read more
Dear Sentimentalist, We have recently moved to Greenwich and as you are a wealth of great info, would you put together a list of your favorites? Favorite mani/pedi? Favorite dry cleaner? Favorite blow out? Favorite massage? etc. Your knowledge needs to be shared!! Xo, Mother of Two with One-On-The-Way Dear Mother of Two, Thank… read more
Here’s how it all began… John and I found ourselves driving in Opa’s car (Opa is John’s dad) a few weeks back after a day of skiing. I glanced in the side pocket of the door and found this funny, pointy, odd-looking object (see photo below). Here is the conversation that followed: Lindley: “What the… read more
Spend your time wisely. Make sure that what you do makes you happy. It matters.
Last week Bromley Mountain in Vermont got 23 inches of powder – in March! That is one heck of a spring dumping. We skied our tails off this weekend. The minis were total troopers and we finished the season on a great note. Skiing is by far one of my favorite activities, and it’s a… read more
