I am thrilled to announce my partnership with Monday Morning Press, also known as MMP, as one of their inaugural brand ambassadors! For those who know me, my love for MMP earrings is no secret. I may have gifted you a pair or excitedly shared a holiday collection. There’s a 75% chance you’ll catch me wearing these locally crafted beauties any day. In the last two years, I’ve become increasingly selective about partnerships. I only share items I love, use, or want to try. The Allure of MMP Earrings What sets Monday Morning Press earrings apart is their perfect blend of style and comfort. These ..read more

I have decided to rely less on DoorDash and takeout and aim to make easy dinners on a budget at home a few nights a week. But to stick to this plan, I need simple and easy recipes with little prep time. Cooking like a top chef is not my aim; I want an affordable and healthy meal. I have two primary reasons for cooking dinner at home. Firstly, I want to save money for my upcoming trips. Secondly, I want to eat healthier. With the current economic situation and inflation, it’s essential to be mindful of our expenses. Every week, my grocery budget is stretched slightly more than before, making it ..read more

Do you have a little Moana enthusiast at home who’s as passionate about the adventurous Polynesian princess as we are? We definitely have a Moana lover in our home. So, when she decided on a Moana-themed birthday party and Halloween costume, we were over the moon. But then came the unexpected twist – she wanted me to dress up as Te Fiti! It took a little DIY costume magic to make her dream come true. Our DIY costume journey just might inspire your own Moana-themed adventures. Finding the Perfect Moana Costume Our quest for the perfect Moana costume led us to our friends at Little Adventures. W ..read more

If you’re a parent, you know how special Halloween can be for your little ones. My daughter’s love for the Polynesian princess Moana has been unwavering since infancy, so it was no surprise when she chose Moana as one of her Halloween costumes this year. Halloween has always been a fun event in our household, with cherished memories of my mom taking my brother and I to the fabric store to select or create our costumes. Continuing this tradition, I enjoy curating matching costumes for our family. I only wish I had the sewing skills my mom possesses. I crafted a Moana-inspired Kakamura Halloween ..read more

My friend Kelly LOVES Oz; she loves Oz the way I love Halloween and Christmas. So, when she asked me to travel six hours to visit the Land of Oz with her, I immediately said yes! Visiting Oz was her Superbowl. Preparing for Oz Luck was on our side, and we managed to secure passes to this immersive theatrical experience as soon as they went on sale. To make the journey memorable, we convinced two other friends to join us down the yellow brick road. Outfit coordination was taken seriously, right down to our rainbow crystal headbands and Oz-themed earrings. We booked a cozy condo close ..read more

Food carries cherished memories, and for me, recreating vintage recipes holds a special place in my heart. This lemon poundcake recipe has some bittersweet memories attached to it for our family. A Gift of Nostalgia: Unveiling the Vintage Metal Bundt Pan Many years ago, a precious gift from my grandfather sparked my passion for baking – a vintage metal bundt pan with a heartwarming history. This very pan was given to him by a close friend and former landlady during his time in Richmond, right after the Second World War. Living downtown, he was fortunate to have a landlady who would treat him t ..read more

When our brand-new washing machine went out a few years ago, I had no idea what to do with the mounds of laundry that needed to be washed, dried and folded for just, husband and myself. Luckily, a friend reminded me that there are laundromats nearby to help those that don’t have one ( or one that’s needing repair ) and after googling a few of them, I found one that was extremely close and had everything I needed to get these loads finished!  For those that have never been to a laundromat, here are a few tips I have to make it easier and help you get in, get out and keep moving throughout ..read more

Did you see Lilibet’s first birthday dress? I immediately thought it was adorable and vaguely familiar. Okay, very familiar! Did you see what I saw? Photo courtesy of BBC.Photo courtesy of Megan Garrison Photography. Yep! Lilibet’s first birthday dress looks a lot like Adeline’s first dress. We picked our timeless gown up from Feltman Brothers, and it’s still available. This lovely Pearl Flower Fly Sleeve Bishop Dress is the perfect dress for the little princess in your life. I consider myself a novice royal watcher. I’ve collected magazines and newspaper clippings from royal funerals, engagem ..read more

Merry Christmas! May your Christmas sparkle with Joy and happiness. The post Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays appeared first on River City Belle ..read more

Take a minute to think about your typical day – or even week. Are you one of those people who is so wrapped up in your busy schedules, never-ending to-do lists, and work projects, that sometimes, you feel like it’s really hard to focus on yourself? Showers get pushed to the side, or workouts, or actually, eat when you need to. Before you know it, all of your needs are pushed to the side and everyone else is taken care of before yourself. Sounds like being an adult (especially a parent), right? But, what if I told you that we can have it all, while also focusing on our wants and needs, and most ..read more