We had a busy weekend at the Scarlata household.  Russ and I went to see one of our favorite folk singers, Kate Klim on Friday night. The concert was very low key in a church hall.  A really nice calm atmosphere…a great way to chill out after a long work week. Saturday, after a nice […]

Russ and I headed to Puerto Rico for well-needed down time.  Why Puerto Rico?  We wanted to visit a tropical location that we have never visited.  We also wanted to get there on a non-stop flight.  Puerto Rico fit the bill and exceeded our expectations. First, the people of Puerto Rico were very friendly and […]

Today I made a play date with my good friend, Michelle.  Michelle and I have been friends since Junior High {yikes, that is a LONG time} and share a mutual love of crafting, baking and anything that involves creativity. On the docket today, decorating tote bags and making ciabatta bread! Michelle and I took a […]

One of my favorite holidays of the year is Valentine’s Day.  What is better to celebrate than LOVE? I love handcrafting my Valentine’s day cards and enjoy adding a handmade touch to my Valentine’s day treats. Last year for my office, I treated the office staff to specially labeled fruit. Here’s a sample that I […]

Fifteen years ago I took my, then, 5-year-old daughter Chelsea to New York City.  It was just the two of us.  We took the bus from Boston to the Big Apple. Two chicks on the move. I remember our trip to the city like it happened yesterday.  We hit all the hot spots! Times Square, the […]

I love the way the French display their wares…food, clothing, even paper products seem to always be displayed with care, pride and attention to detail.  I love that! Did I mention I just LOVE Paris?! I especially love the macaron’s at Ladurée. When I first stepped foot into Ladurée, I felt like a child in the […]

My daughter, Chelsea, came home for Thanksgiving all geared up to start the holiday festivities.  So, as soon as the turkey was gobbled up, she was on a mission to get the Christmas tree.  So off we went!  We bought our tree this year from a cute little tree farm in Millis, Massachusetts called Deerfield […]

The holiday season is  like one big festival of food, parties and good cheer.   It’s my favorite time of year!  Of course, to truly enjoy the season and feel your best, try to enjoy a healthy mix of indulgences with equal amounts of  exercise, relaxation, hydration and adequate sleep.   These  really are the […]

This is the time of year that I take inventory and think about what I am truly thankful for in my life.  And, I have to say, I feel lucky every year.  Here’s why: 1)   I picked a really great husband.  Deciding whom to spend the rest of your life with, by far, is one […]