by Kathlene McGovern | Nov 25, 2021 | Featured, Happy Headlines
The news is chock-a-block full of headlines about our differences and divisiveness and the timeless lyrics Ben E. King has sung for generations, “I won’t be afraid/Just as long as you stand by, stand by me…” sometimes feel like a melancholy remembrance of things...
by Jean Trebek | Nov 23, 2021 | Featured, Jean's Reliable Recipes
A Creamy, Sweet, Unique Dessert I enjoy cheesecake, particularly during the holidays….I’m not sure why, perhaps the cooler weather warrants a denser dessert? In any case, the below recipe from Pati Jinich caught my eye as I love the combination of carmel...
by Dove Rose | Nov 18, 2021 | Expert Advice, Featured
Transitions are Hard If you believe that, then you are correct. If you don’t believe that, then you are also correct. It is a mindset, not a fact. If you see life changes as hard, challenging, unwanted, unfair, etc. then you will indeed feel uncomfortable, unhappy,...
by Kate Fuglei | Nov 14, 2021 | Featured, Guest Writers
California Three years ago, when my husband was offered a job in Brooklyn, we jumped at the chance. We’d lived in Greenwich Village years ago, before our two sons were born. Before we’d moved to Studio City. Before the friendships made through years of parenting,...
by insidewink | Nov 10, 2021 | Artists, Featured
The Fusion of Art, Song Lyrics and Fun Synergy is the best way to describe what is going on at Song-Word Art House… well, wait… maybe passion is better… or, even better yet, fun! So much comes to mind when you visit Song-Word Art House, the...
by Jean Trebek | Nov 8, 2021 | Featured, Respect Farm
Jean share’s a message of love inspired by the passing of Alex. One Year Ago With the one year anniversary of my beloved husband’s transition into Eternal Life, I am reminded of his beautiful heart and keen intelligence. There is so much that I’ve...
by Jean Trebek | Oct 23, 2021 | Featured, Jean's Reliable Recipes
A Delicious All-in-One meal I really enjoy hearty meals, so when I found this wonderful recipe for Chicken Pozole (“pozole” is a traditional soup or stew from Mexico) I immediately tried it. It’s a perfect one “all-in-one-pot” meal....
by Cheryl Farrell | Oct 19, 2021 | Featured, Guest Writers
Guest contributor Cheryl Farrell shares her challenge with selecting words to describe sensuality beyond physical attraction. I love words. People like me are called logophiles, from the Greek logo- (word) and –phile (lover of). The English language has a bounty of...
by Jean Trebek | Oct 15, 2021 | Charities, Featured, Guest Writers
The Power of Women Clean Water… something that many of us take for granted… yet there are people all around the world suffering from water vulnerability. A trio of women decided to do something about it and created The Waterbearers, a non-profit...
by Kate Fuglei | Oct 11, 2021 | Featured, Guest Writers
My husband and I had ticked off from our list the sites of Florence and Venice. We headed to La Spezia, an unremarkable town that was the base for exploring the famous Cinque Terra, a series of five small Italian towns perched like tiny gems above the Ligurian Sea. ...
by Jean Trebek | Oct 7, 2021 | Artists, Featured, Videos
“I Have Been Buried Under Years Of Dust” … are the first words Emily Grodin used to express herself. Emily is on the autism spectrum and for years was unable to fully communicate. Her parents, Valerie and Tom, worked with many therapists and...
by Jean Trebek | Oct 5, 2021 | Featured, Jean's Reliable Recipes
Homemade Makes It Better! I love homemade granola…and this recipe is shared by my very dear friend Jane Lockhart, who happens to be an amazing cook, inspired knitter, creative gardener, world traveler, successful business woman, adoring wife, dog mama, maven of...
by Kyla Stewart | Oct 3, 2021 | Expert Advice, Featured
Falling in love may be something that just happens, but many couples find that, after a while, love, passion, all those little sparks, become a matter of choice. And some days that choice — the choice to continue being devoted to your spouse — doesn’t...
by Jean Trebek | Sep 29, 2021 | Everyday Hero, Expert Advice, Featured, Videos
Have you ever heard of “tapping” as an EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique)? According to The Tapping Solution, “Tapping, also known as EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique), is a powerful stress relief technique. Tapping is based on the combined...
by Jean Trebek | Sep 25, 2021 | Featured, Jean's Reliable Recipes
An elegant, creamy dinner option Now that we’re approaching fall, I felt inspired to share a delicious, easy and elegant risotto recipe made with porcini mushrooms. There are two keys to ensuring that the risotto comes out perfectly – don’t cheap...
by Dove Rose | Sep 23, 2021 | Expert Advice, Featured
What is Your Truth? How Do You Honor Your Truth? I will tell you mine and then you can tell me yours. We all know the, Is it True? Is it Kind? Is it Necessary? Right? Well, that is a good one to live by indeed. Here is one to apply to yourSelf when you choose to...
by Kathlene McGovern | Sep 21, 2021 | Featured, Happy Headlines
The forces of nature have fascinated humans since… well since there have been humans. Our respect for, defense of, curiosity about and kindness to nature in all its mystery are the great pleasures of existence. Whether it’s scientists conserving a rare species or...
by Alison Martin | Sep 11, 2021 | Artists, Featured
A Dave of All Trades There is a term – “Triple Threat” – that means “someone proficient in three important skills within their particular field”. Well, that would make David Konig a Quintuple Threat. He’s a stand-up, an actor,...
by Cheryl Farrell | Sep 7, 2021 | Featured, Social Issues
On the theme of truth, guest contributor Cheryl Farrell reminds us that you can run, but you cannot hide from the truth Thank you, Cheryl! I am showing my age (again) by referencing the vintage game show, Truth or Consequences. Broadcast on radio and television, the...
by insidewink | Aug 30, 2021 | Featured, Videos
“If someone can pound it into your gourd of a head…”. If that doesn’t sound like the way Lou Grant from the Mary Tyler Moore show would have started a sentence…what does?? Ed Asner’s iconic role of the crusty, tough but...
