It seems like jewelry brands are popping out of the woodwork these days, especially the tarnish free ones that could be worn in all kinds of elements. However, only some of them stand out as being a produce that is true to its word. That brand is Alden and Mara. Alden and Mara is aContinue reading “Alden and Mara: The New Jewelry Brand That You Need to Know About”
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Friday Faves: August 15, 2025
TGIF! There are a few weeks left of summer, and I am soaking in every minute of sunshine, the pool weather, and time spent doing outdoors. That being said, I wanted to take the time before we entered the weekend to share some of my favorites of the week. The Rumor by Elin Hilderbrand: IContinue reading “Friday Faves: August 15, 2025”
Sunshine Ceramics Is A Ray of Sunshine
The shops at Downtown Milford have been undergoing a major transformation. One of those shops that has done so was Sunshine Ceramics. That being said, Sunshine Ceramics is not new to the Downtown Milford area. The shop arrived to the downtown scene a few years ago, but in 2025, it had expanded into the formerContinue reading “Sunshine Ceramics Is A Ray of Sunshine”
Pleasant Bay by Emily Wakeman Cyr Is the Ultimate Pleasant Beach Read
Pleasant Bay is the debut novel by Emily Wakeman Cyr, an author who left teaching to become a stay at home mom. She rediscovered writing, which then led her to open Colchester’s Folklore and Fable in 2024. When visiting the adorable bookstore a while ago, I decided that I needed to pick up Cyr’s novel.Continue reading “Pleasant Bay by Emily Wakeman Cyr Is the Ultimate Pleasant Beach Read”
July Favorites
I can’t believe that this is the first blog post of August. It seems like this year has flown by. I’m not ready for summer to end, so I am glad that I have one last month before the autumn chill hits. Before Augusts slips away like a matter of time, I did want toContinue reading “July Favorites”
July Fiber Faves
July has been a weird and long month for me between family things, my birthday and anniversary, and a staycation. Crocheting and knitting have come as a comfort but have also taken a backseat. That said, I would still like to share my fiber faves for the month: Embroidery: I got into embroidery a fewContinue reading “July Fiber Faves”
A Look Behind the Scenes of Coastal Creations’ Gorgeous Artwork
When I first saw a post from Alexa, the owner of Coastal Creations, on a local Facebook group, I fell in love with the gorgeous artwork that she was sharing. Her items are all made from shells that were from local Connecticut beaches and painted with gorgeous designs. Her artwork is so beautiful that I’mContinue reading “A Look Behind the Scenes of Coastal Creations’ Gorgeous Artwork”
Murder by Cheesecake Blends Cozy Nostalgia and Cozy Mysteries into One Excellent Read
Picture it: the ladies of the lanai in a cozy mystery novel. As a Golden Girls fan, I couldn’t believe my eyes when I saw Murder by Cheesecake by Rachel Elkstrom Courage at a bookstore and knew this was something that I needed to read. This first installment of the Golden Girls series finds RoseContinue reading “Murder by Cheesecake Blends Cozy Nostalgia and Cozy Mysteries into One Excellent Read”
Best of Milford Awards and Imposter Syndrome
Last night, Milford’s Stonebridge was crowded with people of all different careers and interests but with two things in common. The first was to make their community a better place. The second was that they were all winners of the 2025 Best of Milford Awards from the Milford Chamber of Commerce. I was one ofContinue reading “Best of Milford Awards and Imposter Syndrome”
Pizza Lyfe is Happiness by the Slice
Pizza by the slice is a New York concept that has made its way to Milford. Pizza Lyfe, which originated in Westport, has opened its second restaurant in downtown Milford. This brings the nostalgia and simple experience of an Italian deli abeetz. What makes Pizza Lyfe unique is their sourdough crust on their pies. TheContinue reading “Pizza Lyfe is Happiness by the Slice”
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