There, I Said It!
My New Car is Up on the Roof
I’m one of those people who hates to buy a new car. The fact is, I don’t like spending large sums of money. On my husband — sure. The dog — let’s do it. On me — not so much. Lease And I’m too practical to lease. I tend to buy and hold, fully depreciating the...
Did Anyone Pack the Pepto-Bismol?
To me, Pepto-Bismol ranks up there in the kiddie toolkit alongside Calamine lotion for poison ivy. No one over the age of twelve ever seems to need the stuff. At least no one I know. But if you travel overseas, it’s always wise to pack Pepto-Bismol in your luggage. A...
Is that a Birthday Cake or a Bonfire?
As another birthday comes and goes, I’ve been thinking about the cultural values that we Americans share on aging. Retirement Financial planners build their careers tapping into that promise. Exciting travel. Leisure time with the ones you love. All very enticing —...
Going White in the Age of Trump
I don’t know what got into me, but the other day at the dentist, I agreed to have my teeth whitened. Maybe it was the dingy color — a recent birthday — or the fact that I haven’t ever had my teeth professionally whitened. And as all things done spontaneously — I...
Can Popcorn Ruin Your Teeth?
The American Dental Association is on record about flossing. Despite rumors, the ADA still recommends it. If you don’t believe me, check out http://bit.ly/2iF139u. It’s all there in black and white. Missing, however, is a warning about popcorn. Someone definitely...
5 Suggestions to Brighten a Writer's Attitude
Is your writing career a Wild Goose Chase or a Treasure Hunt? Sometimes, it might seem like the two rolled into one. As we launch into 2017, it's a good time to take stock in the journey. For as the gurus say, it really is all about attitude. You see what you want to...
Betrayed by a Fortune Cookie
Last Saturday, we had lunch at a local Chinese restaurant in my home town of Phoenix. Being born and raised in New York City, and after living in San Francisco for ten years, I find there tends to be a difference in style between the two Coasts when it comes to...
Facebook Friendships: Really?
Okay. I admit it. I was at a Holiday Party and excited to see two friends. As I rushed over to talk with them – it occurred to me – they were at best acquaintances. My exuberance hardly matched the level of the friendship. So how could I feel so close to people who...
Why Burn the Garlic Bread When You Can Just as Easily Poison Your Dinner Guests?
It seems my spouse and I are unable to manage a simple dinner party for 6 without burning something. The other night, it was the garlic bread. I had made a lasagna and salad. Even baked a cake. Friends had gathered. Ella was singing softly in the background. The...