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I wish July would slow the heck down. We’re smack in the middle of the baseball season already. My cousin Steven judges the progress of summer according to when the Halloween candy corn shows up at CVS, and I think I saw it. The Back to School ads are running already. Gee, we haven’t even …
We started the holiday weekend by staying indoors on Friday rather than heading to the beach as we had planned. The temperature was 98°, and the idea of sitting on the hot sand just didn’t seem doable. But we did make it to Gloucester at night to see the fireworks to celebrate the 250th. Izzy, …
Where I’ve Been This Week This past week has been so busy for me which is why I have been MIA. Not sure if the next several weeks will be much different. I am having my basement “finished” in July and probably August. I wish I had done this 20 years ago when I first …
Actual summer is almost here. You will laugh, but I start getting a little depressed because that means the days will start getting shorter again! Nevertheless, I hope to make the most of the nicest time of the year. In fact, today I am going to a bridal shower at a beautiful outdoor location in …
We went from a wintry spring right into full summer. These days in the 90s are just a little bit hard to get used to, lol. Nevertheless, we appreciate the longer days and the toasty temps. Today, Jeff, his older daughter who’s visiting from North Carolina and I drove to Rhode Island. We started out …
This weekend, it’s a petite Beauty & Style Spotlight Team. Two of our members are already on vacation, so it’s just the four of us. So, it’ll be a quick read. đ Enjoy your weekend, and see you next week! Barbie Ritzman with Barbieâs Beauty Bits shares why couples planning a Napa Valley wedding or destination celebration …
Beauty & Style Spotlight Team Weekly Roundup for May 23, 2026 Dr. BRID C Soothing Jelly Cleanser is a gel-to-lather, non-stripping and hydrating gem that rinses clean, and leaves skin soft. Lola’s Secret Beauty Blog loves this new K-Beauty brand and thinks you will love their affordable cleanser. Angie at Your True Self Blog interviewed Patti Stevens, an …
What a busy week! I’m exhausted, but that’s how it goes. I did quite a bit of yardwork, drove to pickup a friend who had day surgery quite a ways from home, and on Friday going with Jeff to his first appointment at Dana Farber, Boston’s well-known cancer hospital. Hoping for the best, and looking …
Happy Mother’s Day on Sunday and everyday to all of the mothers out there! I hope you have a wonderful day <3 Beauty and Style Spotlight Team Weekly Roundup If you have a few extra minutes today, check out this week’s Beauty and Style Spotlight Team weekly roundup! If you are seeking a wondrous moisturizer, …
Spring has finally sprung here in the chilly north. My pear trees and weeping cherry are finally in bloom! We’re hoping for good weather this weekend. I have so much more gardening work to do! And you? What are you up to this weekend? But if you have a moment, please check out Beauty & …
On Friday, Jeff, his older daughter and I went to Boston’s Museum of Science. The joint was certainly jumping because it was school vacation. But actually, it was great to see so many kids and parents at the museum. The kids were very engaged with all the exhibits, and so were we! Especially important and …
Jeff took me to my favorite restaurant near the ocean, Njord Haven, a combination of Scandinavian and Asian inspired dishes, for my birthday dinner, and we had a delicious meal! The cake he ordered for me was yummy as always, but he was disappointed that the person he ordered it from had misunderstood the color …
After spending 5 hours outdoors today raking my lawn and gardens and composting the leaves, I’ve just scratched the surface. But boy, am I exhausted. I think I see more of the same tomorrow. But Jeff and I are going to see the Shakespeare play, Richard III, at a local theater. It’s been so long …
It’s a busy holiday weekend, but if you’re a jewelry lover, take a look at this weekend’s Beauty & Style Spotlight Team. You can’t go wrong with sapphires and diamonds! Have a wonderful Easter! Beauty & Style Spotlight Team Weekly Roundup Looking for an engagement ring that doesnât look like you picked it out of …
Unfortunately March came in like a lion and is going out like a lion. But the good news is that the past couple of days were in the high 50s, and I got to go outside and put down some grass seed on the areas that the plow ripped up along my driveway. Yay! I …