Will There Be Cake
In the eyes of my son, the best part of the idea of a wedding is the answer “Yes” to his “Ok, so I have to dress up, wear uncomfortable shoes, hug people I don’t know, smile while they tell Read More …
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Hurry Up
Isnt it true that once you hit a milestone, that you start to think about – or the people around you start to ask – what’s next? What is all the pressure to do the next thing? Why is it Read More …
Different but Same
Wedding receptions are different but same as…well, maybe like many other dinner parties…right? Just more expensive…there are hosts, guests, a meal – if you’re lucky, amazing dessert and a venue where the ambiance just changes with the occasion and the Read More …
Starting Again
So many things have new beginnings, new school – kindergarten, middle school, high school, college, new job, work…marriage, having children, raising them and then sending them off – always starting again and again. We have been talking to friends and Read More …
Coloring Books
Ok, I admit. I am not sure what the big deal is with adult coloring books. By adult, you know that I mean for people over 18 and not for toddlers – certainly not the other meaning you may be Read More …
Memories
Throughout our lives, the best things we have are memories. Our childhood, family events, moments with friends and later, our spouse and our children. Certainly as we age, remembering becomes more dear, but even our children hold on to theirs Read More …
LOVE Art
No secret, many people love art – even if they can’t own it – they do appreciate it. It makes people think. It makes them remember. It brings us together. It makes sure that we never forget our history. It Read More …
Annoying Customers
It is easy to see someone who can’t stand annoying customers. They get so visibly frustrated, short, snippy, obnoxious or indifferent, that it really “isn’t funny”. They need to put on their poker face, smile, laugh and go with the Read More …
Our Own Pool
Summer ends – by most measurements – on Labor Day. Even if it isn’t the last official day of the summer season, with school starting, and the pool closing, it seems like it is. We made a point to visit Read More …
Miles Don’t Count
In today’s technologically connected world, the distance, in miles, don’t count as a reason to be out of touch. Even with long holiday weekends, families can’t always be together. Logistics from Hawaii to Dublin – and many cities or towns Read More …