Of Monkeys and Computers

by Carmen Ferreiro-EstebanSince my sweet little daughter turned into a teenager she has become a different being. No longer little--at 5' 7" she towers over me--nor sweet, as all I say or do seems either to annoy her or embarrass her.I knew this was coming--she has a big brother, after all--and try to take it as it is, with a sense of humor and low expectations.But sometimes, I do need her help. Like [...]

2018-10-30T09:56:47-04:00October 8th, 2010|4 Comments

PA Dutch & Degustation: Another Day on the Road

by Chrysa SmithThe key to life is day trips.My cousin once spewed forth this piece of wisdom, and quite frankly, I think she's onto something. Because every so often, without plan in hand, the day just comes together in a most lovely way. And it happened just the other day. I found myself in Lancaster County, PA once again. And atthe end of a long day in an amusement park, watching kiddie shows, [...]

2018-10-30T09:56:47-04:00October 7th, 2010|3 Comments

Cure for the Ailing Libido

by Chrysa SmithMy mother is 87. She's a gal from the old school---refined, conservative, self-disciplined. She's in relatively good health and informed; usually up on the latest Hollywood gossip, tv shows and world news. So, while we were out shopping the other day, she casually mentioned to me, 'Did you hear the story about Viagra for women? Yah, it's some cream that's supposed to get women in the mood.' After a few chuckles, [...]

2018-10-30T09:56:48-04:00October 6th, 2010|2 Comments

Lightening the Load Through Enlightenment

A Middle Aged Woman Laughs at En"Lightening" UpBy:  Mary Fran BontempoThis human journey can be one tough road to navigate.Not only do we have to deal with the messiness of daily life, but more and more, we’re being urged to get in touch with our spiritual selves—to become “enlightened” about the true meaning of our existence. And according to the current crop of metaphysical gurus, the path to enlightenment involves surrender—giving up control [...]

2018-10-30T09:56:48-04:00October 5th, 2010|0 Comments
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