[vimeo]https://vimeo.com/62933159[/vimeo] My friend photographer, J-F Vergel created a beautiful and moving video of everyday objects in his home - doorknob, crucifix collection etc. Mesmerized, I had to have one of my own! Fortunately with a birthday within acceptable gift requesting time, I begged politely requested that he assemble one for ... read more
Q: I recently celebrated my birthday at a neighborhood bar where I was inundated with gifts. Our party moved around a bit and presents were consolidated in bags as to accommodate the growing group. (Yes, I am that popular.) I opened my presents later that night at home and there was one gift without a tag or card. I can't recall who handed me ... read more
It has been a lovely event – you danced, drank and dined and now it is time for you to depart. And at the appropriate time too – not the first to leave, but certainly not the last. You do NOT want to be that person. The last to leave is neither helpful nor welcomed – just lingering because there is alcohol available and ... read more
Recently I was talking with a friend who was back in NYC for the 1st time since moving to Chicago. She regaled all the running around she was doing in order to see everyone and everything that was important in her life while living here. For a vacation it sounded absolutely exhausting. Which is precisely why I have little desire to move ... read more
