Posts that inspiring an elegant life
I took another visit to Anthropologie and what did I spy with my little eye? Another great tea cup! I just had to have this! It is really big and looks wonderful on my desk at work. I have used it multiple times already. If you missed my Anthropologie store tour see it here.
My daughter turned 10 recently!!! I can’t believe it myself. It still shocks me to know that I have a 10 year old! Well, her birthday parties have become a full time job and I have to always come up with ideas for her and her friends to have fun.
I saw this idea on Style Me Pretty last year. I thought “how cute is that, a flower arranging party for girls”. Yes!!! It was so simple and the girls loved it!! See below….
I always look forward to author Jennifer L. Scott’s Youtube videos on Sundays. A few weeks ago she gave a wonderful tip on how to enjoy your meals alone. Once I watched the video I have to admit I became much more aware of how I dine alone. I am now on a mission to implement these tips on my lunch break. Watch and enjoy!!!
I love to hear and say personal affirmations to myself in the mornings. While reading At Home with Madame Chic author Jennifer L. Scott mentions a few powerful affirmations that one could say to themselves to improve their quality of life.
I am a firm believer in one using their best and now I am learning that one should believe their best and say the best about themselves. So below are the affirmations that Jennifer mentioned in her book. I would encourage you to add these to your daily thinking. Enjoy!!!
1. I am vibrant, healthy and full of energy.
2. My beauty is radiant.
3. I am a calm and patient parent.
4. Today I will relish the small things.
5. Today I will make my home beautiful.
6. I choose to eat healthy foods today.
7. My home is a sanctuary.
8. I can remain effortlessly in the present moment.
9. My creativity is inspiring.
10. I can get through any situation with grace. ( My absolute favorite!)
11. No matter what happens today, I will cultivate inner peace.
12. I can change the world.
13. All is well.
For more ideas on living well check out Jennifer’s book. I already have a copy and love it!!!
Pinterest truly inspires us all. I am always on there looking for ideas and inspiration. I stumbled on this photo recently. I was so inspired by all the art photos above the desk.
What’s funny is that I looked above my desk and realized that I was already putting up art above it. I just smiled and thought, “Well at least my idea has been confirmed”. So now I will continue to put art above my desk and when I look up it will be magical….
Okay, elevator etiquette is something that I consider to be very important. I work in a skyscraper so I ride an elevator a lot! I always make sure I hold the door open if I see someone coming and I always so hello to the person getting on. I noticed that now with these smartphones no one wants to talk to anyone.
It’s rather annoying. Everyone grabs their phone to distract themselves until they get off. What’s wrong with talking to people? I like getting on the elevator after dealing with the rude individuals on the road and talking to someone about fashion or decor or just life. It’s like a breath of fresh air when someone talks to me on the elevator. I understand that as a safety measure you can’t always talk to some people but most of the time we know who we can and who we can’t.
Below is a list of rules for elevator etiquette. I saw this on Town and Country and really enjoyed it. Also, watch the video below from author Jennifer L. Scott about etiquette and if you missed my blog entry about other places to be elegant see here and here . Enjoy!!!
1. Ladies First
2. Zip the Lip (Elevator rides are not meant for cell phone conversations)
3. Move to the back (Move to the back so that everyone can file in an orderly fashion)
4. Le snack (Don’t eat your lunch on the elevator)
5. Remember there is a camera
6. “Can you hold the door please?”
7. The Exit Strategy (In the back of an elevator and your stop is next? No problem, simply say, “Pardon me, this is my floor”.)
8. Plain old pleasant (Use the following pleasantries, “Good Morning”and “Have a great day”. Kindness always makes the world a better place.)
I am a firm believer in always using the best you have. I always use my best dishes, glasses and other dinnerware. I always use my linen napkins every time we eat dinner.
I use my best vases for flower arrangements. I wear my best shoes on the weekends. I wear my scarves and jewelry on the weekends also! I don’t see any point in “saving” things for special occasions. Honestly, you never know if those occasions will come. So use your best and wear your best always.
People, places and things are here to enjoy so enjoy them. Attached are two of my favorite YouTube videos from the The Daily Connoisseur. I love how Jennifer is a connoisseur of daily living. Lastly, if you missed my blog entry on wearing your best in the evening see here. Watch the videos and enjoy!
