I’ve been away a long time. During my trips, I took lots of photos, mostly of scenery in New Zealand. Above is a shot of Mt. Cook taken on a rare sunny afternoon. I can understand why they made The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings in New Zealand. It is a wild and…
The right to vote
I don’t usually post anything unrelated to art in my blog, but this time, I strongly feel I have to. Land of Many Stripes Voting is an important right of every US citizen, but with it comes a huge responsibility: to actually show up and vote, and to vote sensibly. Base your decision on facts…
The Art of Dressing Elegantly – For Women of a Certain Age: Rule No. 7
Rule No. 7: You’re never too old to look good! Some women give up on themselves just because they are “old”. Age is a state of mind. I am reminded of a friend in her early 90’s who lived on a limited budget. She never failed to stretch and exercise every morning. She walked almost…
The Art of Dressing Elegantly – For Women of a Certain Age: Basic Rules 5 & 6
Rule No. 5: Keep it simple! This is the most important rule to remember. Understated elegance is simplicity at its finest. Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly, and Katherine Hepburn had it. Lauren Bacall has it. A lot of us work hard to achieve it. Think minimalist! Spend what you can on clothes of good quality because…
The Art of Dressing Elegantly – For Women of a Certain Age: Basic Rules 3 & 4
Rule No. 3: Be Foot Smart! In our younger years, we used to run around in high heels without any problem. As our feet get older, we are faced with the usual dilemma of either wearing stylish high-heeled shoes in pain or ugly flats in comfort. Years ago, older women were given a measly choice…