The Fabrics and Patterns of Our Lives

So there I was the other night, getting ready for bed and rubbing my feet with Bath & Body Works Black Amethyst body cream, when I thought: I wonder what ever happened to that ribbed beige top?

Sometimes, You Win by Losing

Someone who I love dearly just suffered a disappointment. She tried out for something she really wanted–and didn’t get it. Do you remember a time like that in your life? For me, one of my deepest secrets came to mind. I doubt anyone

A New York State (or Colony) of Mind

I’m thinking about spending four days or so in the next few weeks in Dutchess County, New York. You know, the Poughkeepsie area, about an hour or so north of Manhattan, where the most popular time for a visit is fall foliage.

Short and Sweet

I’m a list-maker, and hence, of course, I make resolutions. Twice a year, actually, once at this time of year, and once on my birthday, June 21. This year, the one in which I will hit the double-nickel in terms of years, marks my shortest list of resolutions ever, just eight words: –Work less, play more.… Continue reading Short and Sweet