
Celebrating Summer Holidays — Virtually
Celebrating Summer Holidays — Virtually As I write this, it has been seven weeks since my state — California — asked people to stay at...

Celebrate National Karaoke Week
Searching For Ways to Stay Positive? Celebrate National Karaoke Week Birds aren’t the only ones who will be singing as spring arrives!...

Considering a Spring Staycation?
Your Options Are Endless
Just in time for spring break, we have inclement winter weather in some parts of the country and a pandemic, the coronavirus. Add in some...

Let’s Hear It For Galentine’s Day!
No, there’s not a typo in the headline. I’m aware that a better-known and more widely celebrated holiday is on February 14 — Valentine’s...

Another Chance to Ring in 2020: Chinese New Year
When you’re a child, you’re always curious about things you’re not allowed to do. As a youngster, I remember wanting so much to be able...

Over the River and Through the Woods…
Staying Sane During the Holiday Travel Season
I’ve given up traveling for the holidays. Instead, I head to Florida after Thanksgiving and before Christmas — taking advantage of some...

National Eat A Red Apple Day!
Mmmm...Malus Domestica! (Aka apples) The mind conjures up thoughts of crispy sweetness available in all manners of variety. But where...

It’s Not All About Turkey: Other November Observances
When the calendar turns to November, most people’s thoughts start turning toward the end-of-the-year holidays, starting with...

October Awareness
October Awareness: Menopause & Animal Safety and Prevention I’m not sure if anyone has tackled the topics of menopause and animal safety...

BOO-tiful Britain!
Every day is a holiday with multiple national days and cultural holidays, but traveling during one can create wonderful new experiences...