Wine Not?
A few months ago, I stopped at the liquor store on my way home from visiting my mom. I purchased a couple bottles of wine for a writing retreat scheduled that weekend. Then I went to the gas station to fill up my car. I hate leaving my house, so I try to do all […]
My Favorite Tupperware of All Time
Over the years, especially the early years of setting up my own household, I’ve purchased a lot of Tupperware. I still use several pieces. Several more are in my basement, and I periodically wish they were still in my kitchen cupboards because they would be handy to have. Hands down, my absolute favorite Tupperware piece […]
Joygerms: Make them Contagious
Many years ago, when I first started working in TV, I became aware of a local advertising agency/public relations firm, Joan of Art. Joan White, the owner, was always upbeat, smiling, and trying to bring people together. I fondly recall a “Rabbit Rabbit” gathering for advertising types at a nearby bar. A few years later, […]
The Season for Giving
Gift giving season is upon us. Here are some ideas for the writers in your life: Author Boss Insulated Tumbler Wooden Booklamp Folding Booklight PenGems 3-D Wooden Bookstore Puzzle Scented Candles: (Please note that the links take you to specific scents, but you really should explore what else is available.) Novelly Yours Big Moods Big […]
How To Cook A Turkey (Without Really Trying)
Until COVID closed America in 2020, I had cooked exactly one turkey in my life. My mom had broken her elbow and my brother (still living at home at the time) was having friends over for a turkey dinner. He’d gotten the turkey as a Christmas bonus from his employer. So I took a day […]
It’s The Little Things
As you may recall, I completely redid my office back in 2022. Bright, sunshine-colored walls. White furniture. I still love it. It’s my favorite room in my house. I’m always looking for little things to add to it, and a few months ago I found the perfect accessory. The small ones are coasters for my […]
CapitolFest 21: A Minor Miracle
A few weeks ago, TV Stevie and I attended CapitolFest, in Rome, NY. It’s a film festival that focuses on rare, old silent films and early talkies. There are also educational segments each year. This year, the focus was on nitrate film. On the Thursday night before the festival began, we early arrivals were treated […]
Happiness Happens Day
Tomorrow (August 8) is National Happiness Happens Day. It’s also my wedding anniversary. I claimed the date first, but it’s a nice coincidence. The entire month of August is Happiness Happens Month, so I’m going to share my “Happy” playlist with you. “Happy” (Pharrell Williams) “Chelsea Morning” (Joni Mitchell) “Good Morning, Starshine” (Oliver) “Oh What […]
An Oregano By Any Other Name…
For years, I thought oregano was oregano. An co-worker once told me oregano was for pizza, not sauce. That was the extent of my knowledge. A few years ago, I went to the Regional (i.e. Farmer’s) Market, looking for herbs to grow myself. I overheard a woman asking for Greek Oregano, as opposed to the […]
Ingredient Lists vs. Appliances & Gadgets
I like to cook. Well, maybe enjoy reading recipes would be a better description of one of my favorite pastimes. When I was single, I played with complicated dishes. Before TV Stevie and I first got married, he told me he did not expect me to have dinner on the table every night. He’s kept […]