As a kid (much as I’m embarrassed to admit it), one of my favorite tasks was always writing my Christmas wishlist. While my list was usually terribly selfish and materialistic, it was always so fun to sit back and dream about the things…
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Last Monday morning when my alarm went off at 5:30 AM I desperately wanted to hit the snooze button. BUT last Monday morning I was in NYC for the first time in 11 years. And despite the fact that a 5:30…
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I adore Jo Malone cologne. To long-time Sed Bona readers this declaration comes as no surprise — I’ve frequently shared my obsession with Jo Malone cologne (and their limited edition Rock the Ages collection). But recently I’ve realized just how much others…
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Have you heard? Charcoal Lemonade is becoming one seriously trendy drink. As a powerful detoxifier and cleanser it’s purported to aid in digestion, boost energy, reduce bloating, and cleanse away the body’s toxins (source). Not bad for a rather intimidating…
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By now, you’ve probably (correctly!) deduced that I have a thing for quality. And I especially have a thing for good quality handbags! Let’s face it, the modern woman does a lot. We are more active, mobile, connected, and engaged…
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Sed Bona, a snippet of the Latin phrase “Pauca Sed Bona“, means “quality over quantity”. It means that having more isn’t always best. It means empowering yourself to do fewer but better, more beautiful, and more fruitful things
