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The Best Birthday Ever!

Mr. Mickey took me out for an elegant dinner date on the evening of my birthday. When we arrived at our favorite restaurant in town, Gourmet & Company, the lovely owner, Von,…

Living Well

Many of you have asked me about my exercise routine and what I eat on an average day. My diet includes mostly vegetables, seeds, nuts, grains, and fresh fruits. I always try…

Saturday Evening

After a long day of attending the car show and exploring the area, we dressed for another excellent dinner at the Harvest Grill located on Shelton Vineyards’ grounds.   Behind me above…

Aging Gracefully

Many have asked how my style will change in my seventh decade. Owning lots of items isn’t appealing to me anymore. For example, I prefer to own three or four excellent quality…

Eat Well Be Well

I changed my eating habits a few years ago for health reasons, not because I wanted to be thin. Losing forty-five pounds certainly was a nice side-effect, but that was not my…

Subtle Changes

I put out new ferns each spring and move all the orchids to the screened porch. That process started to change to lighten up my home decor for warm weather. This year,…

Beauty Routines After 60

Many of you have written to ask for tips on makeup and hairstyles that respect our changing faces. So I am sharing my step-by-step routine with you here. Permanent makeup, fillers, Botox,…

I share tips and inspiration for using what you already have in contemporary ways. Defining words include effortless, classic, refined, discreet, and elegant. My style is chic, minimal, and timeless with a bit of edge.