I've always loved books. I love the act of getting lost inside a story, the feeling of not wanting to put a book down even when you can't keep your eyes open and the careful calculation of savoring a chapter at a time to make it last longer. I read...
Over the past few weeks, I've shared a posts from a few brands that I genuinely love: a really good pair of boots that I wear just about every day, and a leather tote that I also use every day. And I received a few negative comments, stating that I'm...
Growing up in California, I never really learned the value of good boots or a warm jacket. I spent the winter in flats and sneakers, in cozy sweaters and light jackets--moving between warm cars and warm houses and warm offices, with only brief...
One of the reasons why I blog is simply to have the space to write: getting things “on paper” helps me to process my feelings and organize my thoughts. I also love having a record of my life over the past few years: a place that holds all of my...
One of my favorite things about New York City is that it’s so easy to keep the spirit of travel alive, even in my fixed life: new neighborhoods to explore, new restaurants to try, new shows to see. Even though it’s easy to fall into a Williamsburg...
Latest Posts
Our favorite toddler books November 13, 2024
A guide to San Diego with kids September 17, 2024
Jojo's nursery tour April 29, 2024
It's possible, but is it pleasant? April 9, 2024
Featured Posts
- A guide to San Diego with kids September 17, 2024
A casual guide to San Diego August 5, 2022
The best beaches in Nice July 18, 2012
What I love (and hate) about Australia November 2, 2011
The best hidden gems near Times Square March 23, 2016
Skinny, strong and hot: the Melbourne coffee scene June 6, 2011
Why it's worth visiting Tallinn, Estonia December 4, 2018
Ads
Stay Connected
About Me
Christine Amorose Merrill
C'est Christine is my little slice of the internet to talk travel, lifestyle and twenty- and thirty-something struggles. After stints living in France, Australia and NYC and lots of (often solo!) travel around the world, I currently live in San Diego with my husband, daughter and two pugs.