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Horoscopes for the 50+ Woman
Have you ever wondered why fashion magazines have a horoscope column? As an avid reader of fashion magazines, I sometimes check out my horoscope –
Touring through Blogland
I was invited by a sweet friend to take a “tour through blogland,” so, since I love to travel I quickly said, “yes, of course, I
A Fashion Wrap
Headscarves are worn by women for many reasons. They’ve been worn for centuries for religious reasons, to keep warm in the winter, and for sanitary
MeMe’s Proudest Moment
Allow me to introduce you to a new Grand Ideas feature. Harriet Sue and I went to grammar school together and then she moved away. Years
Genie is Free
What a sad day. I grew up with Robin Williams. Mork and Mindy was one of our favorite shows. We looked forward to it because
Luggage Stands
Since we live in a tourist town, on occasion, we have a guest or two staying with us. As I was reading over at Southern Hospitality
Not a Dressy Suit Kinda Girl
This week’s Fashion Friday girl is one of my dearest and most beautiful friends. Janet and I went to high school together, were HighSteppers together,
Grand Ideas: DIY College Gifts
Looking for gifts to send off to college with your “not-so-baby” angel this year? Here are a few ideas that would be quick, easy, handmade
11 Ways to Stay Connected with College Kids
I wish I’d known then what I know now. You CAN stay connected when they go off to college. Here are 11 ways to
DADD
I know you’ve heard of Mother’s Against Drunk Drivers, but I want to be president of DADD. DRIVERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVERS. Yes, my Mr. Cozi
Truth is Beauty
If truth is beauty, how come no one has their hair done in the library? Lily Tomlin Because, if you can handle the
Tumbleweed in Alabama
A month or so ago, Mr. Cozi and I spent a day at our favorite hangouts in SoHo. If you read that post you will remember
Pork Chops – Shepherd’s Style?
My featured recipe this week is Pork Chops – Shepherd’s Style? I have to get something off my chest before you venture further into this
Our Ability to Accessorize
Once again, I’ve been invited by Darlene Real Higginbotham of Appearance Matters, to feature their fashion show at The Club in Birmingham, AL. Appearance has always
The Sacred City
Let me encourage you to see Rome through the lens of its nickname. “Rome has been called the “Sacred City“: – might not our (hometown) be
Geraniums in My Pot
Won’t you come into the garden? I would like my roses to see you. (Richard Brinsley Sheridan) I love that quote. One reason is because
Grand Playtime
My newest blogging brain child is featuring Grand Ideas for my fellow empty-nesters who are also grandparents. Funny, as I researched this idea on FB,
Fashion Friday: Southern Beauty
Today, my Fashion Friday feature is none other than Rhoda from Southern Hospitality Blog. She gets a feature all her own, because… well, because she’s Rhoda
Footprints Only Please
On a recent trip to a Florida beach, this sign kinda tugged at my heartstrings, so I thought I’d ask you a couple of querstions
Italian Food in America
While hubby-do and I were in Italy we made a vow to one another that we would begin eating healthier when we returned home. We loved
Fashion Friday: Summer Fashion
On this Fashion Friday, I’m beginning a new mood board that features summer colors that all women of fabulousness can wear. I’ve been playing like
Fun Beach Photos
While at the beach with my family, we decided to have a family photo session. The following photos are just an example of how much
Stumbling Through the Ruins of Pompeii
As we continue our tour of Italy, we spent an afternoon stumbling through the ruins of Pompeii. You can read about my first Italian love here, graffiti artist
