My Awakening – Dear BHD…
The numerous challenges and changes that seemed overbearing weren’t without reason. When you log on to BHD you are witnessing my growth, which is essentially how BHD came to be. I figured if I kept writing I would get over my then heartbreak and post by post my laptop and wordpress would nurture me into...
Use Your Heart
I’m reading this book and I came across a passage which I thought I’d share as we focus on love. “The psychological and physiological center is the heart. In Hindu Tantras, which are instructions from the gods to humans, the heart is the Anahata chakra, the nerve center that encompasses feeling for another human, feeling...
Thursday Thought: Be Bold
In difficult and hopeless situations the boldest plans are the safest. -Titus Livy Above and beyond is the theme not only at BHD this month, but also in our [my] lives. Working, loving and reaching for higher places is the goal, but if I may be brutally candid, life can throw you some seriously...
The Gift Network
We live in a connected world; the more you build your network, the more likely you are to get what you really want in life. Luckily for us, the same thing can be said about gifts thanks to The Gift Network. The Gift Network is a free online service that allows users to create a...
Spring 2012 Fashion Trends
It’s early January and winter has been fairly kind to us Torontonians. I wish not to speak too soon, as I know winter still has time to unveil it’s fury, but it feels like Spring is just around the corner. In light of this delightfully mild weather, I say we get a head start and...
Reflections Photo Shoot Video
There are only three things that I enjoy doing more than photo shoots. Here is a behind the scenes video of our December shoot, Reflections. Hope you like! Reflections from Di Mora on Vimeo. Thanks to our stellar team: Photographer: Di Mora Creative Direction & Styling: Me Makeup: Allison Nolan Model: Sammy Jade...
Broken Heel Moment: Airing Out Dirty Laundry
Last night I went to a Christmas party. It was intimate, the wine was flowing and the server was delightfully hot. Perhaps it was the alcohol (surprise, surprise) but before I could bite into my roasted beets, one of the guests began to air out her quasi-relationship problems to the entire table. I had to...
Thursday Thought: No Drama
If you hear that someone is speaking ill of you, instead of trying to defend yourself you should say: “He obviously does not know me very well, since there are so many other faults he could have mentioned.” Epictetus People will talk despite your useless attempts to accommodate to the wishes of others. Your clothes,...
Give Light – Paulis Sanchez
People are like stained glass windows: They sparkle and shine when the sun’s out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is light within – Elizabeth Kübler-Ross I know no one else that shines like my sister, Paulis Sanchez. I swear this is not a bias statement....
Top 5 Reasons to Give a Smile
1. A smile is a curve that sets everything straight. – Phyllis Diller 2. Smile, it’s free therapy – Douglas Horton 3. As long as you smile, have sparkly eyes and stick your shoulders back, nobody’s going to notice your bum or your waist or your feet, for that matter. - Cat Deeley 4....
Hair-to: How to get the perfect blow out
Here’s how to get the perfect blow-out by Herbal Essences Celebrity Stylist Charles Baker Strahan! First, watch Charles’ steps on how to create two looks: a Night-to-Day blow-out on naturally curly hair that’s been washed the night before with Herbal Essences Touchably Smooth Shampoo and Conditioner and blown out for a sleek finish, and, a...
ROOTED – Sarah Taylor in Ethiopia
Last Friday, the lovely Sarah Taylor hosted ROOTED, a charity event to raise funds for a cause in Ethiopia that has impacted her life. Sarah went on a journey to East Africa to learn about the green drought, currently affecting millions of Ethiopians . Like Sarah when I think of a drought, lush green vegetation...
BHD Loves John & Jenn
Right in time for the season of giving, LINE’s design duo, John Muscat and Jennifer Wells have launched their first diffusion collection – John & Jenn. BHD loves the John & Jenn collection because it’s fun, flirty and fresh. This colourful collection has pieces to suit any style. Highlights include multi striped maxi dresses, oversized...
