Planes, trains or automobiles, I'm always inspired by a change of place. It's the new cultures, food, people, things, color, architecture, pace—I always return from a trip energized, full of ideas, and ready to do it all again. 

01. inspired by

somplace new

…and oversized graphic prints and layers of texture and a comfy, deep sofa and a touch of modern mixed with a bit of "soul". You get the idea: My profession chose me. #lovemyjob

02. really love 

great lighting

You knew I couldn't get through this without a shout out to my fave: East Coast, West Coast, Gulf Coast...it's all good. It's a scientific fact that a little sand between your toes and salt in your hair does wonders for the soul. 

03. my happy place:

the beach

Not too sweet, not too heavy and just the right amount of salt on the rim (don't be crazy with it!). Pair that up with chips and guacamole, and as the kids say: I'm done. 

04. love a good

margarita

Even though my nest is recently empty,  my head and heart are full with thoughts of them...always. Hands down the best thing I ever did was bump into a tall, handsome, hilarious guy in a bar over 20 years ago…simply put: the rest is history. #familyiseverything

05. LIFE IS BETTER WITH

my people