For International Women’s Day, I wanted to do something special—not just a gathering, but an experience. So I invited my closest girlfriends to House of Tan for a Traditional Chinese Incense Making class. We spent the afternoon surrounded by the rich, earthy scent of sandalwood and agarwood, rolling incense by hand, and sharing stories over […]

I knew my son Nick understood organization when, at only 7 years old, he started making his own checklists. He didn’t need reminders to pack his school bag or plan his week—he had watched me do it for years and naturally followed suit. Now, as a pre-teen, he tells me what he needs to stay […]

There’s something strange about this time of year. The excitement of New Year’s has faded, but the energy of starting fresh hasn’t fully settled. For many, this limbo is a moment to pause and reflect. It’s not quite the beginning of the year anymore, but it still feels like there’s time to recalibrate before the […]

Chinese New Year, also known as the Lunar New Year or Spring Festival, is just around the corner once again and this is a time to honor traditions, celebrate with loved ones, and embrace fresh beginnings.  As we welcome the Year of the Snake, this holiday offers us an opportunity to reflect on the past […]

Happy New Year! As we step into 2025, I want to take a moment to reflect on the past year with gratitude and excitement. 2024 was full of growth, creativity, and connection, and I couldn’t have done it without you—the readers who show up, engage, and share your own stories with me. Looking back, there […]