Hey Amy!

Today our nation honors one of the greatest public servants the world has ever known, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  Many people will remember the greatness of this man in different ways.  Some will visit his new memorial in D.C., others will attend special church services.  Since many of you have the day [...]

A few short months ago, my dear GMB had a garage sale.  My mother emailed me as soon as she saw the posting to see if there was anything in particular I would want from her sale.  I, of course, said “Everything.  Mom, just take everything.  I know I would love it all.”  Mother, being [...]

Today is Nany’s birthday.  If she had the internet and read this post, I would be in big trouble for sharing the fact that today is her birthday as Nany is a humble, private lady and would prefer none of the ‘hoopla’ that goes along with ones birthday.  I can’t think of a better way [...]

Hello there, it’s been a while. My 2011 has been the most unexpected year of my life.  While I thought that honor would go to 2010 when I moved from Los Angeles to NYC, it paled in comparison.  I spent most of the year wondering how I would ever find my way back to the [...]

Happy Father’s Day to dads everywhere.  I hope the day finds you surrounded by those you love and spoiled rotten. As I have in years past, I am putting the spotlight on a man who I believe is a magnificent father–my brother.  I have written about him many times here so many may be familiar.  [...]

It has been a long while since I was able to recruit one of you to be my Friday Friend.  Friday’s Friends is my nod to my talented online friends.  I turn the space over to you, my Friday Friend, to share a family recipe, a special tip or party plan.  There are no boundaries [...]

I hope this post finds you eye deep in a delightful moment outside, surrounded by loved ones and heavenly food.  It is also my hope that you will take some time to reflect on what is Memorial Day and recognize that without the commitment, dedication and sacrifice of countless men and women serving in our [...]