Lifestyle

Here are all of my lifestyle posts featuring my family, travel, home decor, and inspirations.

Frascara Beker Fashions Coat Dress

Nowadays, living in these unprecedented times is like rolling the dice when planning events, especially my milestone. Nevertheless, I say Happy 65th Birthday to me. . First, hubby didn’t want to stay at a hotel or go out for dinner, so plan B. The Spa at the Hershey Hotel was always my first consideration to […]

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My Paternal Grandparents wedding photo

Did you know August 17 is Baby Boomer Recognition Day?  Perhaps I noticed this dubious distinction because I have a milestone birthday in less than 30 days. When I turned 60, a fabulous friend gave me a book titled Now You’re 60! by Brandon Crose. A notation in the keepsake refers to Boomers as America’s […]

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My Millennial, Channing

I distinctly remember when my five-year-old daughter Channing started developing her mind. 1992, she celebrated her fifth birthday with a sleepover at our new home. The gifts she received from the party were typical little girl presents, mostly Barbie dolls. I have strong recollections of my millennial never embracing Barbie dolls.

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Amish Greenhouse Shopping For All My Gardening Needs

As I live this lockdown life, I’m finding ways to stay productive, like sprucing up my backyard patio. Gardening happens to be my great escape. This year, I discovered Amish Greenhouse Shopping for All My Gardening Needs.

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Leopard Print Dress with Pleated Skirt

The social distancing and quarantine orders are helping all of us to stay Coronavirus free. Being homebound doesn’t have to be bothersome, especially since it’s the most sacred of holy holidays, Passover and Easter.  How about checking my list? I complied with historic sites, museums, and attractions for free virtual experiences. Hopefully, during this unprecedented […]

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Netflix's Self Made: Inspired by the Life of Madam C.J. Walker

I don’t need a guide to stay at home during the Coronavirus pandemic.  I’m doing my part to help flatten the curve. How?  By limiting non-essential social gatherings and outings. Instead, I’ve ventured out only for long walks in my neighborhood, revisited homemade soup recipes, and finally enjoyed some streaming services: the best binge, Netflix’s new […]

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The 2020 Philadelphia Flower Show: Riviera Holiday

I missed last year’s annual showcase of fresh blooms in Philadelphia.  Why?  I was knee-deep in planning and celebrating International Women’s Day at the Athleta in Harrisburg on March 8. This year, I made it to the 2020 Philly Flower Show, featuring Mediterranean royalty and exotic gardens. Last Thursday was the perfect day to take […]

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James Baldwin 2024 Black History Month Doodle

Google jumped on Black History recognition this year with a search trend when analyzing the “most searched” speech in America. Please keep reading to get all the deets, but for now, I must say I can’t get enough of Google’s moving Black History Month commercial.

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Top Of The Rock at the iconic Rockefeller Center

Are you looking for a quick and fun getaway? NYC is a must-see tourist destination, with many destinations like the famous commercial intersection and Times Square. Little did I realize that the Theatre District is located within this hub. I just wanted to see a Broadway play. Stay tuned; let me tell you about my […]

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