Category Archives: About Me
Thanksgiving in the Carolinas
This year I went to visit my Dad in North Carolina- I was literally flying solo. Sans my hubby who stayed with his parents and our pup this year. I missed having him around, but it was nice to have some quality time with my Dad. I don’t get to see him very much during […]
All Raw Vegan all the Time!
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again. I’m back on my raw vegan diet. I started a six week trial over a year ago and it was the first time in my life I didn’t suffer from stomach aches, fatigue, constipation (TMI?) etc. There really is something to a plant based diet. In […]
Batman and Robin visit The Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital
Today Alex and I dressed up as Batman and Robin and visited The Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital for their Halloween parade. The kids go on a parade route through the hospital and collect candy and other treats. We passed out crayons and coloring books. Everyone was excited to see Batman and Robin… even the big […]
New to The Bangor Daily News!
Hi Everyone! I’m excited to be joining your blogging community! It looks like I’m in good company. I’ve been working on Happy New Lear for over a year- I started right before Alex and I got married. It’s been my own little outlet to share with my family and friends across the country and also […]
Meet Walter- Our English/Frenchie Bulldog!
This week we welcome Walter Wrinkleton Lear to our family. All dogs have to have a crazy middle name, right? I think it was in the owner’s manual…my first dog was Benjamin Maxamillion Sheffield, so there you go. What a timely arrival, just as Will and Kate introduced George Alexander Louis to the world- we […]
Vino, Vida, Vici
I wined, I saw, I conquered! Alex and I shared a lovely evening at home with friends and family while we hosted a Wine Shop at home event. Renee Curtis was our wine educator for the evening and walked us through the subtleties and nuances of three sweet whites and three bold/spicy reds. We paired […]
Light Summery Cocktails and Pickled Cherries
I’m back on the raw diet in full force which means I am trying to look for healthier options when happy hour comes around. I found this deliciously light and sweet Red Red “Vine” Cocktail on yummly. You’ll need: 12 Fresh Concord grapes 2 oz Bulldog Gin 2 Fresh mint leaves 1 (.25-inch) slice Fresh […]
Wedding Dress Preservation- Yes or No?
Sorry for the long recess on my part- I’ve been putting a lot of focus into my photo studio and website, Lola Studios. I recently submitted my wedding dress for the wedding preservation that came with a discount when I got my dress. My wedding was last August and I finally found the time to […]
Madmen and Lollipops shoot
Lori Curole of Lollipop Art Productions was looking to update her website with a current fun and funky portrait of herself. She wanted to incorporate the ’50s style of her art along with the namesake of her company. We went all out with huge lollipop cardboard pieces and confetti. Watch out! We managed to still […]