
News From The Windy City
As usual, the summer has flown by and suddenly school is starting and the whirlwind of activity begins again. I hope you enjoyed the...

Blackberry Fruitcakes or Love The One You're With
They’re everywhere. All around you. There is no escape. They’re at home. They’re at work. They’re in the mall, the movie theater, the...
The Good Guest's Guide To Greatness
Often I am asked a variety of questions pertaining to etiquette and entertaining. We all know how much hard work and thoughtful planning...

What Do Your Daughter's Clothes Say About Her - And About You?
Beware. I am going to talk about something many might consider to be a hot subject, and I’m going to be blunt, but you are duly warned,...

Common Discourtesy
It is easy to be discouraged by the lack of courtesy we observe around us. But instead of getting mad, or growing numb, let’s take...