It moved me so much – the people in our most intimate relationships, how little we ask." Things as seemingly mundane as favorite foods, favorite colors, favorite flowers that were just to pass the time. "What shocked me as I would start to engage her in topics is how little I had asked. Most of us don't "spill the beans," until it's too late, Dern says.
Thinking this was the last time they'd have together, the conversations were intimate and honest. Those conversations, which Laura recorded for herself and her children, are now a new book Honey, Baby, Mine: A Mother and Daughter Talk Life, Death, Love (and Banana Pudding). To make the time more interesting and engaging, Dern interviewed her mother. So, every day – sometimes over Ladd's protestations – the two set out on a 15-minute walk.
Ladd, who is also an actor, thought she had six months left to live - but the doctor said taking walks might help her increase her lung capacity. Nearly four years ago, Laura Dern's mother, Diane Ladd, was diagnosed with lung disease.
They are pictured above in Los Angeles in 2015.
Things to take on a beach vacation series#
Luckily sun shirts, rashguards, and swim shoes aren’t hard to find for sale at beachy destinations, although the choice might be limited and more expensive.Laura Dern, right, and her mother Diane Ladd have adapted a series of their conversations into the new book Honey, Baby, Mine. You don’t have to have all your plans detailed down to the minute, but knowing if surfing, snorkeling, or hiking are on the itinerary can help you pack. Also, a chic option is a sarong that doubles as a skirt! I particularly love the ones from Summersalt. If your trip involves a couple of stops at nice restaurants, consider packing something like a wrap dress and sandals that are practical for the beach but not totally sporty. If you plan on going to a sandy beach, pick a towel that doubles as a beach blanket! Pack some fancy but functional clothes Packing a towel can take up a lot of room, which is why it’s not a bad idea to weigh the pros and cons for your particular trip. Dries so fast from ocean water and sweat. I’m partial to linen shirts as an easy beach cover-up and hiking shirt. Take an easy-to-pack hat ( check out my tips on not crushing your hat in transit), something to cover your shoulders and back, and lots of sunscreen. I’m pale, so forgive me if right after choosing clothes that spark joy, my next tip is STAY OUT OF THE SUN. My beaded bag is my go-to summer accessory. That’s why I recommend pulling out the items that make you smile, remind you of sunnier, lighter days, and just generally allow you to instantly (if not temporarily) fall into vacation mode. BUT, for a mid-winter getaway, making mood-boosting decisions is a bigger priority in my books. Packing should be about the weather, activities, mood, and wearability of your clothing, not just the clothing you like. Need a little inspiration on what to pack for your sun-filled trip? Take a look at my recommendations below of what to pack for a tropical vacation. That could be Florida, Mexico, or another beach-side destination. To survive, many people book mid-winter holidays somewhere warm. I like to think that it’s almost over, but in Montreal, we have snowstorms well into March (and sometimes April!).
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