Thanksgiving has enough built-in stress without the additional worry of creating a beautiful table. You may also have do…
Try these apple cider cocktails for an enjoyable fall aperitif.
One of the pleasures of autumn is the abundance of apples and apple cider that appears in our markets. But why confine o…
Gone fishing? Quirky nautical tableware adds pizzazz to summer meals
Summer entertaining is at its best when it is casual, lighthearted, and filled with laughter. A little too much wine can…
Grow your own bouquets: the 10 best flowers for a cutting garden
If you find yourself coveting the gorgeous arrangement of summer flowers on your neighbor’s deck, there is good news: yo…
Decluttering after 60: If it brings joy, give it away
By now, most of us will be familiar with Marie Kondo, the tidying expert, and her KonMari method of decluttering. Marie…
Want spring cleaning to be easier? Check out these clever products
Spring is coming and with it, a reminder that it’s time to clean and organize our homes. These products not only m…
2021 predictions for women over 60: same, but better
Who wasn’t happy to see 2020 in the rear view mirror? Last year brought us coronavirus, which in turn ushered in so many…
Eight techie gadgets to light up your life
While most of us are probably not technophiles, we are quick to acknowledge the many advantages that technology brings t…
Give the gift of winter blooms
Is there a better gift than bright, colorful blooms in the dead gray of winter? While daffodils and roses are still mont…
These gifts for women also give to good causes
Giving a gift is an expression of affection, a gesture that you want the other person to experience a moment of unantici…
Flying solo this Thanksgiving? Trust us, it can be marvelous.
Why does the thought of spending Thanksgiving alone strike such fear in our hearts? We have done many things in life by …
Join us for a (virtual) Grand Tour of Europe this summer
Being cooped up at home has given us a renewed appetite for travel. Most summers we would dream of exploring new lands o…