Mary changed twice for her date. I actually liked the first dress, the one she discarded best. Of course, I am a sucker for a fitted bodice and a full skirt. While I would certainly wear this dress as is I realize it’s not necessarily the most fashion forward. Here’s an idea for a more […]
| Our worst reviews are always written by ourselves.
It is a gorgeous day in San Francisco and I find myself wishing I had a private space to sit and sip an iced tea in, like the Stone’s backyard. My fantasy outdoor space would look like this: Shown here: Sofa – Metro Retro Furniture – $1500 Chairs – CB2 – $149 each Table – […]
Sometimes people in our lives need to be served an extra helping of love.
Before I began watching the Donna Reed Show for this blog I had this notion that Donna always cleaned her home dressed to the nines. I am both relieved and disappointed to discover this is not true. I am not sure where that idea came from, but I know it is one shared by many. […]
| Principles are good to have, but they can leave you hungry.
Donna, being the ultimate domestic goddess, was able to throw together a fabulous birthday party for David at the drop of a hat. For most of us such an undertaking involves more planning. Of course, it helps if you stock some items that make spontaneous entertaining run a bit more smoothly. The birthday parties of […]
| Truth is like vodka. Sometimes it is best served straight up, sometimes on the rocks, and sometimes mixed with a whole lotta fruit juice.
When Donna and family sit down to breakfast or lunch in the kitchen it always looks so cozy. I’d love to sit down with them. This is the rare occasion where I wish we could see the Stone in family in color because I just bet that table is full of warm and welcoming hues. […]
| Nosy neighbors be damned. In life, the only expectations you need to live up to are those you set for yourself.