Every spring, the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute holds one of the most glamorous and exclusive nights in New York City: an annual fundraiser that started in 1946. The Met Gala, fashion’s biggest night, took place on May 2nd. This year’s theme was Manus x Machina:  Fashion in an Age of Technology.  Andrew Bolton, […]

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Is it just me or has anyone else noticed that so many TV commercials seem to be about bloating, gas, and cramping? Perhaps, because April is Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) awareness month. A perfect time to remind you about a gut check. First of all, let’s look at the facts: IBS is a chronic gastrointestinal disorder of unknown […]

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My obsession with Paris isn’t much of a secret. My fascination with the City of Lights is endless. Today, I will continue that conversation with a new series on the blog called, Bonjour, Paris. The first post explores one particular French woman with a certain je nai sai quo: Diana Vreeland.

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Earlier this year, when I visited the Jacqueline De Ribes exhibit at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, I ventured over to the special display Celebrating Sax Instruments and Innovation, where I learned about the Adolphe Sax. The rare saxophone collection reminded me of that jazz I enjoy. I really appreciate that when you go to see an exhibit […]

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I hope you agree that the more we learn about nutrition and health the better decisions we will make regarding aging gracefully.  Everyone knows that exercise, a healthy diet, complete with essential vitamins and minerals, is a key part of living a long healthy life.  Today, let’s get the lowdown on the impact of what I am […]

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  November 2016, Hubs and I will discover what river cruising is all about.  September last year, I was totally hooked when I stopped by the local AAA office.  I learned the most popular way to experience Europe are the river cruises, so I booked a ten-day Seine River Cruise.  SInce that autumn date, I’ve […]

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  Here I go again sharing my personal health information. It’s that time of the year again for my annual physical with my internist.  Once again my blood work detected a deficiency in my Vitamin D level. I’ve talked about my levels of Vitamin D in my  Mighty D post.  Also known as the sunshine vitamin, […]

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Every March, I wipe away my winter blues and get a dose of spring when I attend the annual Philadelphia Flower Show.  This year, my BFF Cynthia took in the aptly-themed exhibit, “Explore America,” celebrating 100 years of the National Park Service. The National Park Service (NPS) is an agency of the United States federal […]

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March is Colon Cancer Awareness and I have a simple suggestion for your health awareness: Follow your gut! Stick with me as I share important information about colorectal cancer, commonly called colon cancer. The American Cancer Society introduced a great way to create awareness for colon cancer every spring.  The American Cancer Society selected Daffofils, […]

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Are the crazy winter temperatures driving you to think warmer, spring-like thoughts? March’s arrival looks promising — Daylight Savings Time less than two weeks away and spring starts Sunday, March 20th.  Plus, Easter,  St. Patty’s Day, and the Philadelphia Flower Show (this year’s theme being is the centennial of the National Park Service) are giving me spring […]

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