The trap of streaming content all day

October 9, 2025
It starts innocently enough.  A rainy afternoon, a comfy couch, and “just one episode” of a series everyone’s talking about. But suddenly—hours vanish, the sun has set, and the only exercise you’ve had is reaching for the remote. Streaming platforms are designed for this. Episodes...

An open letter to hotels about their unsanitary practices

August 17, 2021
As an avid and frequent traveler, I have seen it all. Well, maybe not "it all". But enough to have pet peeves, especially about unsanitary practices. And these...

A few thoughts about Cuomo’s resignation

August 10, 2021
Cuomo's resignation is today's breaking news. So let's break it down. I am a Democrat and lean left. More than lean. I am of Sicilian descent, generally a...

The delight of one fresh peach

August 9, 2021
Out to dinner at a nice restaurant tonight, I shared a lovely ice cream dessert with my husband. It was delicious. But it did not satisfy. Back at home, I...

Just because they’re dead, it doesn’t mean they...

August 5, 2021
Grief is just not logical. Not for those who believe that life goes on.  I have a deep belief that life goes on after we leave this body. Dead means we just change...

How clueless, willful, self-centered American people are pr...

August 3, 2021
I am so disappointed in those responsible for prolonging the pandemic. This summer I am watching people get together all over the place. Multiple family groups on...

Yummy easy summer salad ala Michele

July 30, 2021
Few people cook as well as my sister-in-love, Michele. She made this easy summer salad for me in June and I've been making it regularly since. It's the perfect...

Is it time for the “Real” Housewives to retire?

July 28, 2021
NEWSFLASH! Ratings for RHONY are so low the reunion taping is postponed ! RAMONA may finally be FIRED! Or the RHONY CANCELLED! You're going to tell me you don't give...

How holding space is more supportive than blind loyalty

July 27, 2021
In all the years I've lived in California--some 36 years--I can't remember anyone bringing up the subject of loyalty. But since I've been spending time in my hometown,...

Now that I’m 70 there’s more time behind than a

July 23, 2021
I'm 70 today. How did I get here? I don't feel a day over 50, honest. I'm still a little girly. With a veneer of maturity. Ok. Maybe more than a veneer. But 70...

Why you should run fast as you can from someone who withhol

July 19, 2021
If you approach others with an open heart, you may not be familiar with the concept of withholding.  It's a pretty diabolical relationship dynamic and a big red flag...

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