Every guest wants to bring the perfect gift. But sometimes, that is easier said than done, even with a registry as your guide. I’ve been married a long time and have quite a few friends in the same boat. Looking around my house, I’m hard-pressed to find any wedding gifts that survived. But, a few […]
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Road Trip Debate Family Fun
Growing up, going on vacation included hours of sitting in the “way back” of a station wagon with my sister until we got “there.” “There” could be anywhere from Florida to Gettysburg to Niagara Falls. This was the 1970s, and unlike today’s parents, adults didn’t spend too much (any) time or energy fretting about entertaining […]
Zillow Addict
Looking at homes on Zillow is my new hobby. I don’t plan to move. I don’t plan to sell my home. But I find myself visiting Zillow all the time. If you haven’t been in the market for real estate in a while, Zillow is one of several websites that list homes for sale. There’s […]
Gray AF
I’m a BIG advocate for letting your hair go gray. BUT only if it feels okay for you. We should all do our OWN things. I’ve written several columns on the subject. I’ve also compiled a great board on Pinterest if you need some inspiration. Scared to Go Gray Embracing Gray Hair Gray Inspo on […]
Creative Advice for a Sweet Valentine
Flowers? Candy? Dinner? A mushy card? Maybe a heartfelt Facebook post? The available options for celebrating love on Valentine’s Day are endless. As a wife of over thirty years, I shall show my devotion by loading the dishwasher the way my husband likes it done. Nothing I could say or buy could better express my […]
Joanna Gaines and Me
Yes THEE Joanna Gaines liked my column one time. Here’s the column, which ran in 2016 originally. I mean if she likes it YOU WILL TOO! Every so often a show on HGTV gets me hooked. I’ve written about “Beachfront Bargain Hunt” and a few others. With these shows there’s not really a host. There’s […]