I was working in the back room of the Molly Mutt Thrift, sorting clothes, when my fellow volunteer and dear friend Pamela came rushing in, looking agitated. Apparently, a customer had gone up front to the register to buy… Continue Reading
Ever since I found it at the Monk Vintage Shop in Greenwich Village, I’ve been absorbed in this little book (only 84 pages): Living Sober by Alcoholics Anonymous World Services. I haven’t ever struggled with alcohol, grateful for that,… Continue Reading
You’d be forgiven for thinking that fashion and style are all about your figure and your various body parts. This is the message we get from television, movies, magazines, and some style experts. We’re told to “get the illusion… Continue Reading
There’s an aspect of shopping that is inherently emotional for most of us, no matter how logical we are by nature. There’s the thrill of discovery, and adding new pieces to our closets that bring joy. Don’t we all… Continue Reading
We agree the very best things in life are free – a new day, a kiss, a friendship, a smile, a subscription to Poshmark, that first cup of morning coffee, singing in the car, a lick and purr from your… Continue Reading
A compliment from the heart is a lovely gift to give or receive. It connects us with other people in a warm way, it spreads joy and lifts our spirits better than a fresh cup of latte. While all… Continue Reading
Nothing is perfect, agreed. But there are days that just seem to flow with all your favorite things, and that gets close enough to a perfect day for me. I have two versions, although that hardly seems fair.… Continue Reading
It is truly the simple things that make our lives good. Friends, hot coffee, a tasty dinner and a glass of wine, stimulating conversation, a beautiful sunrise, an intriguing new novel. As we get older, we realize that the… Continue Reading