lucky penny has fallen off the writer’s block wagon, and made her triumphant return.

happy 400 posts, my dears… here is to one hundred more, and thank you for reading! xo

lucky penny saves every found coin, but… a tattered ziploc bag could hold them no longer.

meet her *new* adorable glass piggy bank by roost… with a cork stopper for a snout.

our busy blogger bee just bought a house, so she will be pinching precious pennies whenever possible.

an even better way to start off twenty twelve, this little piggy is not at the market… he is on sale. hurry!

lucky penny turns two today.

who, my darlings? there was a wedding, jetsetting to san francisco, galapagos islands, nyc and sin city, a new house, fireball… but do not fret, our busy blogger bee is baaaaaaaaaaaaack.

she even bought herself a birthday gift, a red resin bangle by lulu frost for j. crew. its turquoise glass stones set in an art deco casting made her immediately swoon. #armparty

*exactly* two years ago, two lovelies (whose fifteen year friendship started back in awkward grade seven) had an idea to pen a blog… about everything (and anything) they adore.

lucky penny loves to shop all things gorge, indulge her culinary palate, and explore the city (here and abroad). these golden nuggets must only be shared amongst her nearest and dearest.

lucky penny can’t keep a secret. can you? happy two-year anniversary! xo

lucky penny has learned all the good things in life from mumsy… her biggest cheerleader, inspiration and voice of reason. she also inherited her brunch and shopping genes!

for mother’s day, the ladies will lunch at o&b canteen in the tiff bell lightbox… *mouth-watering* poached eggs, tomato salad and a side of maple bacon, as per usual.

après mimosas, the pair will stroll over to the drake hotel for a little retail therapy. this sunday, may 8th (one day only), lauren baker of lab consignment will be curating a pop-up shop on the sky yard from 11am to 4pm.

featuring lost and found vintage, rac boutique, the leather atelier, a few gently-worn pieces from the closet of yours truly… as well as beautiful baubles from the industrial creations of alynne levigne to her favourite jeweller, foe & dear.

sunday funday.

greener penny has friends atop greener pastures… one of them was just given the amazing honour of being the first-ever glamour.com’s  “young and posh” blogger.

trust. it is easy being green… just follow these simple tips and tricks for earth day and beyond! our girl talks sustainable shop with greta eagan, who has built a reputation as an active eco-fashion advocate and social media ambassador.

question: how do we convince people to start caring about the earth? is it just a completely different way of thinking? or do you get up in the morning and make a conscious effort to be green?

answer: to a certain extent, i do think you have to make a commitment and a conscious effort about the way you live and the impact it has on others and the planet. the good news is that once you have incorporated a few green tricks and tips into your life, you start to live “green naturally”. it flows and is contagious!

question: name one thing that anyone in any place in the world can do right now to make a significant change in the environment.

answer: do not wash and dry your clothing so much. in fact, do not dry your clothing at all… hang dry it. the “use phase” of clothing (washing and drying) contributes three quarters of the world’s total carbon dioxide emissions. wear your clothing a couple more times before washing it, and line dry it. it will have a real impact.

question: where is your favourite city to search for eco-friendly finds?

answer: everywhere! i seem to have a “green radar” that guides me to great local and sustainable restaurants, non-toxic beauty boutiques and eco-fashion focused stores. i always keep my eye out for new eco-conscious designers, products and cafés! i think there is a real return to “local”. food, clothing, products and even services that are produced locally is a great way to support a lower carbon footprint, fair and ethical labour, and practices that are regulated at a higher quality standard.

question: greener penny is *always* trying out the latest in the green food revolution. next is a raw diet. any tips or recommendations?

answer: this is a great time of year to do it! you want to go raw when it is warm outside, and your body does not need all those roasted root vegetables to keep you warm during the winter. i would recommend soaked nuts in your smoothies (or raw unprocessed nut milk) for protein. also make sure to drink lots of water because switching to a raw diet will definitely help to push toxins out of your body. lastly, try to give up caffeine and alcohol when you do a raw diet… that way your body can really benefit from the cleansing the diet provides.