Arielle Walrath 11/21/25 Arielle Walrath 11/21/25

Creating Luxury in Everyday Life: The Maine Gift Edition

Mrs. West Approved

Admittedly, I start thinking about Christmas in September. The crisp chill in the air, the woodsy smell of fall leaves, pumpkin carving, and hot apple cider are all just foreplay for the main event of the year—and for me, that’s Christmas.

Arielle Walrath 8/22/25 Arielle Walrath 8/22/25

Creating Luxury in Everyday Life

Mrs. West Approved

Come early Saturday morning, most are still fast asleep and enjoying an extended weekend snooze. But not me. It’s time for competitive flower shopping. (A tongue-in-cheek nickname, I assure you, as I avoid any stressful encounters.) I am heading to our local farmers market to check out the season’s blooms before they get picked over—or worse, sold out. The earlier you arrive, the better the blossom selection.