No complaints about summer, right? Until that dreaded moment when you realize your thighs are chafing in your shorts and suddenly summer doesn’t just sizzle—it downright stings. Heat rash, a pink or red rash, is an uncomfortable irritation that appears in areas covered by clothing. Most prevalent in babies, it can also affect adults and […]
A great pair of jeans (or several) is a wardrobe staple. In the words of Yves St. Laurent, fashion designer extraordinaire: I have often said that I wish I had invented blue jeans: They have expression, modesty, sex appeal, simplicity—all I hope for in my clothes. Jeans are amazingly versatile and ‘blue’ is definitely not […]
What makes a good listener or sounding board? The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines Sounding Board as: “a person or group on whom one tries out an idea or opinion as a means of evaluating it.” When you use someone as a sounding board, it’s because you want feedback or advice on something you’re doing or considering […]
Celebrity news sources like People and TMZ are forever trying to show us the secret life, and the private side of celebrities. Years ago, before we knew where they shopped, ate and hung out all the time, it might have been easier to keep friendships under wraps, especially more bizarre ones—but thanks to the good […]
July 2, 2014 marks the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and it is still a timely discussion topic. The hit Broadway play, All the Way, tells the story of how the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was passed. It’s also the subject of two new books recently reviewed in The New […]
With summer here, it’s high time to get our beach reading in order. Since paper and water don’t mix (unless you’re at an origami conference being held in Cabos or something), audiobooks are a great way to bring reading on vacation. Audiobooks were thought to be “cheating” when it came to reading, but our busy […]
July Fourth is one of the biggest travel days of the summer. Last year, nearly 40 million people traveled more than 50 miles from home to celebrate our national holiday. And what better way to celebrate freedom and independence than with a wacky family getaway? If you’re looking for a unique way to celebrate with […]
Now that school is out, there are all other kinds of family responsibilities to contend with – babysitters, camp, classes, and keeping the little ones entertained and busy. Multi-tasking on overdrive! But through it all, there is one thing that should always shine through – to make family first! Wednesday, June 25th at 11:00 am […]
As the sun spirals in its longest dance Cleanse us As nature shows bounty and fertility Bless us Let all things live with loving intent And to fulfill their truest destiny —Wiccan Solstice Blessing The summer solstice is June 21, 2014 and it marks the day when the sun is directly overhead at noon in […]