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Kitchen Gadgets I Can’t Live Without

I have been inspired by a call I received from the producer of Paula Deen’s new prime time TV show, Paula’s Party, airing on The Food Network. She called to tell me how much Paula loves The Original Nutcracker and is excited to feature it on a segment where she’ll show her favorite kitchen gadgets.

Success is Sexy for Everyone

I do believe that by this decade, we women have learned that it is sexy to be successful, attractive to be powerful, and beautiful to be strong and competent.

Still Got Great Legs

Sometimes, if we are lucky enough, a truly romantic moment will happen when we least expect it. I believe the most romantic and intimate moments of our lives occur during ordinary days when we don’t expect something special from the person we love. Such was the case on a recent morning.

Holiday Gift Shopping: The Fun Way

“I’m looking for that holiday gift that has that certain something. You know, it’s unique and timeless, it makes the recipient exclaim; where did you find this! It has to say, she’s thoughtful and sophisticated, a fun person, and it absolutely needs to make them smile –Oh, but did I mention I don’t want to spend more than $25.00?”

My First Lobster

As a child, butter sauce running down my chin was endearing -- not so much anymore. And although I may eat my lobster now with a bit more decorum, I continue to eat lobster with the same relish and delight as when I was a ten year old, feasting on my first.

Nuts, Wine, Chocolate and Intuitive Eating

I must be dreaming (but please don’t wake me up!) Nuts, red wine and dark chocolate-oh my; now these are three foods I could live on.

Nuts: My Diet Aid

Nuts are the new comeback kid of food groups. For a long time nuts were shunned by those of us who ate in fear of fat and unwanted, hard to lose pounds.

More Than a Birthday - Women Turning 50 Celebrate

Something unexpected happened when I turned 50. Actually, it started the year before as I began to feel the big 50 steadily approaching.

Housewarming - An Important Ritual

Moving is a universal experience. In our lifetime it has become rare for any person to spend their entire adult life in one home.