Paul, Ruth, Alan, Eloise, Anya and Joe at the First Wedding All during our working years, Paul and I never took a two week vacation. We both worked for major banks (not the same one) and had to take two consecutive weeks’ vacation but we never went away. We had kids...
It has long been held that the Renaissance began in Florence, Italy in the 14th century mostly because of the social and civic uniqueness of the city at that time. The Renaissance was a cultural movement that saw the rise of literature, science, art, religion,...
Every year, the Washington Post holds a contest in which it invites its readers to take a word from the dictionary, add or subtract a single letter, and come up with a brand new definition. Here are a few you may enjoy: Intaxacation – “Euphoria at receiving a tax...
Last week I told you about the magic of a kiss. I’m continuing the theme. No too long ago, I took an online class offered by the University of Barcelona, Magic in the Middle Ages. The class was very interesting. Over 11,000 people worldwide took the class. The level...
Close your eyes and imagine the perfect kiss. Go ahead, I’ll wait. Got the picture set in your mind? Good. Believe it or not a kiss requires 34 facial muscles and 112 postural muscles. The facial muscles are a given but postural? I’m serious. 112 muscles that relate...
Paul and I don’t exchange cards or presents often, but several years ago he sent me a Valentine’s Day card that I cherish. It’s so him. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. Happy Valentine’s Day everyone. “Here?” she whispered to him sweetly....
