Archive for February 2006

I’ve come to realize that for me dating is a lot like traveling to a foreign land! It is about meeting new people, making new friends, exploring other cultures, being open to new beliefs, and connecting with other intellectuals. It is far less about romance, though that is a goal, it is a byproduct of…

I get teased a bit about my desire, nay need, to sit in the front of the plane in flights over 3 hours, but it really does make a difference. I take on average, 15+ pounds of reading material with me on every trip. Usually a couple of dozen industry publications and shelter magazines to…

Well, I have to say one of the more relaxing ways to snooze in when out of town is with a movie. I always love to stay in hotels as it allows me a chance to catch up on movies missed. This morning I watched Pride and Prejudice. My only complaint is that I missed…

My trip to Santa Fe was breathtaking! I took in art galleries and venues all over the city. My favorite, of course, is Canyon Road. You can easily stroll from one end to the other with the most stunning range of artistic talents on display at every turn. I was speechless with the breadth of…

It’s Not How Good You Are, It’s How Good You Want to Be, Paul Arden I love this book and recommend it to all I meet. It was only a 45 minute read and I will reread it many times over. Arden was Executive Creative Director for ad giant Saatchi & Saatchi for many years;…

Real Decorating for Real People, Shari Hiller and Matt Fox This is a great book for an DIYer. Decorating is divvied up by the room and then each room by the “what’s right,” “what’s wrong,” “let’s get started” list making, “fixes,” and “projects.” Taken from their TV success this book is easy to follow and…