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11 Ways to Stay Connected with College Kids
I wish I’d known then what I know now. You CAN stay connected when they go off to college. Here are 11 ways to harass
DADD
I know you’ve heard of Mother’s Against Drunk Drivers, but I want to be president of DADD. DRIVERS AGAINST DRUNK DRIVERS. Yes, my Mr. Cozi
Truth is Beauty
If truth is beauty, how come no one has their hair done in the library? Lily Tomlin Truth is Beauty Because, if you can handle
Tumbleweed in Alabama
A month or so ago, Mr. Cozi and I spent a day at our favorite hangouts in SoHo. If you read that post you will remember
Pork Chops – Shepherd’s Style?
My featured recipe this week is Pork Chops – Shepherd’s Style? I have to get something off my chest before you venture further into this
Our Ability to Accessorize
Once again, I’ve been invited by Darlene Real Higginbotham of Appearance Matters, to feature their fashion show at The Club in Birmingham, AL. Appearance has always
The Sacred City
Let me encourage you to see Rome through the lens of its nickname. “Rome has been called the “Sacred City“: – might not our (hometown) be
Geraniums in My Pot
Won’t you come into the garden? I would like my roses to see you. (Richard Brinsley Sheridan) I love that quote. One reason is because
Grand Playtime
My newest blogging brain child is featuring Grand Ideas for my fellow empty-nesters who are also grandparents. Funny, as I researched this idea on FB,
Fashion Friday: Southern Beauty
Today, my Fashion Friday feature is none other than Rhoda from Southern Hospitality Blog. She gets a feature all her own, because… well, because she’s Rhoda
Footprints Only Please
On a recent trip to a Florida beach, this sign kinda tugged at my heartstrings, so I thought I’d ask you a couple of querstions
Italian Food in America
While hubby-do and I were in Italy we made a vow to one another that we would begin eating healthier when we returned home. We loved
Fashion Friday: Summer Fashion
On this Fashion Friday, I’m beginning a new mood board that features summer colors that all women of fabulousness can wear. I’ve been playing like
Fun Beach Photos
While at the beach with my family, we decided to have a family photo session. The following photos are just an example of how much
Stumbling Through the Ruins of Pompeii
As we continue our tour of Italy, we spent an afternoon stumbling through the ruins of Pompeii. You can read about my first Italian love here, graffiti artist
Sorrento, Italy
My first love in Italy was Venezia. My second was Sorrento. If you are planning a trip to Italy, don’t miss this gem on the
Fashion Friday: Skirting the Issue
Happy Fourth of July, folks! Skirting the Issue Last week on Fashion Friday, I shared with you the Sporty Black and White portion of the White
Keeping The Pace in Toscana, Italy
This picture hangs in the tasting room of Castella di Monterinaldi, a winery in Chianti Classico, Italy. The loose translation is, “Those in a hurry, slow
Agriturismo Petrognano in Toscana, Italy
Over the next few days, I will be completing a series on my recent trip to Italy. My first post covered Venice and the second was
Favorite Hangouts in SoHo
As empty nesters, we now ask for a table for two in some of our favorite hangouts. However, while we miss our kiddos, we’re beginning to
Empty Nest: What’s Next for Parents?
High School Graduation announcements have all been mailed. Senior pictures and name cards have been spilling out on kitchen counters all over the country. Gifts are
Fashion Friday: Sporty Black and White
For a sporty look, nothing beats the cool, crisp feel of a white cotton blouse paired with the sophistication of black trousers. It is the
Childhood Memories
While driving home from a business trip with Mr. Cozi, we stopped at a traffic light behind this truck. It immediately took me back to