Cheers to a Wine Tasting Party!
Let’s mix up the dinner party format with a friendly competition… host a wine tasting competition! Full disclosure… it’s a fair amount of planning and work, but the end result…
White Hair Journey
The last time I colored my hair was February 20, 2020, the week before Covid shut down the world. Little did I know I was starting my white hair journey.…
What Makes a Good Guest?
Your host works hard to make sure you enjoy your visit; make sure your host enjoys by doing things like keeping your room tidy, cleaning up after yourself, offering to help in the kitchen, showing appreciation for the agenda and giving input when asked. Thank your host after you leave.
The Measure of Friendship: Church Ladies (and they’re nothing like Dana Carvey)
The year my father died, I learned about friendship. You might have seen my earlier posts about the extraordinary acts of friendship that came my way during a really crappy…
The Measure of Friendship: Chris and Vicky and a Home-Cooked Meal
Is there anything better than having someone cook for you and invite you in? I found the measure of friendship in a home-cooked meal. The year my father died, I…
Ideas to Make Your Overnight Guests Comfortable
There are many things you can do, including little touches, that will make your overnight guests feel welcomed and comfortable in your home.
The Measure of Friendship: A Special Birthday Celebration
The year my father died, I learned about friendship. Up until that year, I hadn’t experienced much adversity It was easy to make and keep friends when I was happy,…
The Measure of Friendship: Kalisa
The year my father died, I learned about friendship. Sure, I had friendships before. I’ve had some great friends, and still do – friends I laughed with, traveled with, raised…
Hair Products: A Cut Above the Rest!
Finding a hair product that you love is sooooo satisfying and often equally challenging! I have fine, used-to-be thick hair that is stick straight. I’ve never had and never will…
Time for Two Dandelions to Bloom Again
Once upon a time (actually, 2018), two best friends started a blog. The idea was that the blog would be about the things that 50-something women talk about. It would…