NATIONAL COFFEE DAY 2016

I wasn’t aware that this obscure holiday even existed until recently, but tomorrow marks the official celebration of cuppa, Joe, Jitter Juice or whatever name you like to call it.  If you love coffee and love freebies (and don’t we all?), September 29, 2016 is your day.  National Coffee Day deals in 2016 include: Dunkin … Read more

BATH & BODY WORKS BEST FALL CANDLES

Nothing reminds me more of the bounties of autumn than scents of apple cider, pine cones,  maple syrup and pumpkin pie.  A perfect fall evening would ideally involve sitting in front of a crackling fire after enjoying a sumptuous feast involving my favorite comfort foods. Pinot Noir and apple pie? Of course they go well … Read more

COS BAR TURNS 40

  On one of my last days on a recent trip to Santa Barbara, CA, I managed to combine two very incongruous activities into one day. The day started early with an all-day fishing trip off the coast of Santa Barbara with my mother (who lives there) and my son (who was soon to be … Read more