Essence is the first word that comes to mind when I think of what it means to be a lady. Essence is an indispensable quality of “something” very attractive. The word lady reminds me of the Statue of Liberty. She is graciously welcoming. In her left hand she carries a book of laws representing rules […]

I have lived a charmed life. What is meant by ‘a charmed life’ in my experience is a life filled with both challenges and magical moments, where overcoming difficulties leads to personal growth and fulfillment. I used to say, “I am so busy, I am dizzy” because of a dazzling lifestyle. With my ultimate concierge […]

Dear readers, I am frequently asked this question: “What do I do when my adult child will not speak to me?” Adult child estrangement is affecting millions of mothers worldwide. Good mothers like you and I. Mothers who love their adult children fiercely, who don’t know what they have done wrong, and would move mountains to have […]

*Affiliate disclosure. It’s almost Valentine’s Day—a celebration of love, affection, and appreciation… here are some last minute Valentine’s Day gifts for him. In case you missed it, make sure you see my Valentine’s Day gifts for kids and grands! Whether you plan to enjoy a romantic dinner for two or a cozy night at home, […]

Have you heard that we should be eating our foods according to their season? It’s called Seasonal Eating. Remember those grocery trips where everything looked… the same? Same old apples, same tired spinach, same “meh” taste buds? Well, darlings, there’s a delicious secret hiding plain sight: eating with the seasons! It’s not just some newfangled […]