Greetings! …and we’re off! It didn’t take long for Christmas to get into full gear this year, did it? It seems like I just put the last of my Thanksgiving platters back in the china cabinet and already Christmas stockings are hung by the fireplace and social invitations are hung on the refrigerator Continue reading …
Eek! What am I going to wear? Is your initial joy in receiving an invitation quickly sucked away by that thought? Mine usually is. We’ve all been there! We know our clothes introduce us and speak for us from across the room before we have a chance to say our first word. We want to Continue reading …
Hello! Wow, Wednesday already! Is it really? Why is it that my Monday to-do list isn’t quite finished and it’s already mid-week? Is it just me (can’t be!), or are your to-do lists also seeming longer these days, too? Before we jump into our Wednesday’s reader question, I want to share two updates! Next week Continue reading …
Hello! It’s great to connect with you today. Thank you, as always, for dropping by! Of course, it’s Wednesday, so that means Reader Q & A! Today’s question is one you and I relate to. In fact, when I meet someone and they find out what line of work I’m in, they always want to Continue reading …
Five Ways to Shine When Everyone Seems to Be Talking at Once Greetings!Welcome! Thank you for dropping in to visit. It’s always a joy to be with you and I hope your day will be a great one! I always enjoy Wednesdays. I reevaluate my week’s schedule and see how far I’ve come (or not!) Continue reading …
Happy Friday Everyone! Your mom probably told you since you were knee high to her that it was rude to talk with your mouth full. I remind my two boys of this sage advice…again and again. The reason I give is the same one parents for the last five hundred plus years have used: “It’s Continue reading …
Greetings! Happy Monday! I hope that your Easter weekend was blessed and memory-making in every good way! If you were on the receiving end of a meal or gift this past weekend, then writing your host a thank-you note just might be in order. How do you know for sure when you should send one, Continue reading …
When someone you know is caring for a new baby, recovering from surgery or an accident, suffering from a death in the family, preparing for moving day, experiencing a financial hardship, or consumed with tending to a sick child, you might want to ease your friend’s burden by gifting him or her with a meal. Continue reading …
Usually I form my e-zine columns by using the essence of someone’s e-mail without sharing the actual letter. Not this time. This letter is just too good. (I’ve edited it a little to protect his identity.) I’ve had this situation happen to me numerous times, and I bet you have, too. Read his letter and Continue reading …
Dear Maralee, On several occasions when I had to RSVP that I couldn’t attend a party, the host asked me, “Why not?” Do you have any scripted answers for the next time this happens? Answer: Your question brings up a great learning point for every host. When someone declines our invitation, it’s gracious not to Continue reading …
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