April 29, 2017

The Transportive Quality of a Great Read with Kristy Woodson Harvey

April 29, 2017/ Heather Lindstrom

I'm a sucker for an accent, especially a southern drawl. I'm sure my fondness for the sounds and pace of life in the south comes from my dad, born and bred in Pickens, South Carolina. I remember several visits to the south and being enamored with the gentle breezes, slower pace, and friendliness of the place.

When it comes to reading, I gravitate towards books that transport me to my faraway places, such as Italy or Paris, but I've recently added the South to my collection of favorite reading destinations, thanks to my most recent read.

April 23, 2017

The HOT List: City Guide - Chico, California

April 23, 2017/ Heather Lindstrom

The HOT List: City Guides will feature an ‘in the know’ local sharing hot tips on her hometown. Our first HOT List features a longtime Chico resident, and one of my favorite people, Melanie Drakulic.

April 18, 2017

What I Gained By Giving Up My Shopping Habit [Retirement Series]

April 18, 2017/ Heather Lindstrom

The last time I indulged in my regular shopping habit was June 2016. This may sound odd, but I’m tracking how long it’s been since I have darkened the door of my previous shopping addiction, TJMAXX. It’s been nearly 10 months. I’m sure my friends working at the checkout stand assume I’m pushing up daisies by now!

As with many life transitions, like retirement/reinvention, being conscientious with finances is an essential piece of the puzzle. I’m impressed by how much cutting the excess shopping can ease the strain of a reduced income. It’s a simple, but effective formula.

April 12, 2017

Designer Spotlight: Trina Turk's Home in Palm Springs

April 12, 2017/ Heather Lindstrom

I’m a long time fan of the colorful, vibrant, chic designs of Trina Turk.

April 07, 2017

CURATED TRAVEL: Dream Destination - Bora Bora in French Polynesia

April 07, 2017/ Heather Lindstrom

One of the destinations at the top of my travel bucket list is Bora Bora in French Polynesia. The shimmering turquoise waters and sparkling sugar sand beaches speak to a tropical paradise. The Tahitian experience, in over-water luxury bungalows, is the stuff of fantasy.

April 04, 2017

COLOR STORY: Blush

April 04, 2017/ Heather Lindstrom

The first home I owned was a condo in the northern suburbs of Los Angeles, in La Crescenta. Though it was small, purchasing it was a huge milestone in my life. It was a brand spanking new one bedroom, one bath space with a balcony that overlooked a luscious garden of fragrant orange trees from the neighboring house. It was perfect for me.

Though I kept the color scheme neutral, back in the late 1980’s, I sought out the perfect shade of blush paint for the walls of my bedroom. The color, chameleon as the light changed throughout the day, added just the right amount of warmth to my space. Blush is a universally flattering shade which is always a good thing, especially in the bedroom.