THIS IS THE TIME OF YEAR… This is the time of year when family and friends spend a memorable time together. This is the time of year for burning fireplaces and dinner tables aglow with candles. This is the time of year when family and friends gather in the kitchen to prepare the turkey, gravy, […]

Based on my feelings, I am convinced there is an unspoken bond between a grandmother and her grandchild. I loved and admired my grandfathers, as I am sure you did, but I loved and had a bond with both my grandmothers. Oh, how I admired them. I listened to my grandmothers’ tones of voice and their […]

As we were packing to leave Bali, my ultimate concierge and I started talking about the most interesting places we have slept on our world travels. Then, the subject turned to interesting people we have met. The topic came up because we never imagined ourselves waking up in a charming Shangri-La rice paddy! My husband […]

(A photo from a previous adventure!) Traveling to Bali and Singapore is in my plans for this week. What an opportunity; I am beyond grateful. When it comes to opportunities, I have an idea why some of us are enthusiastic souls, and some of us derail chance after chance. However, I am hardly the cautious […]

  I love buying gifts! The reason is simple; I feel good when selecting something to show another person how remarkable and cherished they are. My number one priority is to make sure each gift is perfect for the person receiving it. I never go out and just buy, instead, I carefully think and consider […]