There's something about the smokey, traditional jazz look of Imelda May that reminds me of Dad. [youtube wXfgQoTHNBs] Listening to these lyrics broke my heart, as they are exactly how Dad feels about Mom. He will forever be falling in love with her again. Love you Dad! Now … [Read more...]
Book Torn
Last day with my folks and I made the mistake of picking up The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society whilst I was wallowing in the tub. Cursing the authors, Mary Ann Shaffer and Annie Barrows, as all I want to do now is curl up for the rest of the day with this … [Read more...]
My Dad’s Favourite Singer of ‘Santa Baby’
My Dad just put me on to Eartha Kitt and must say, I absolutely love her!!! [youtube]lwcDlxn1LKs[/youtube] And like a fine wine, this gal only gets sexier with age! [youtube]kzd6oCP3FKk[/youtube] … [Read more...]
Holiday Tip #5: Don’t Sweat the Wardrobe Malfunctions
Take it from the gal that has had unexpected and embarrassing wardrobe malfunctions at pretty much every social gathering this holiday, that they aren't worth sweating. Best to just find the humour in them, as opposed to letting them destroy your holiday moments. Here's some … [Read more...]
Holiday Tip #3: Dinner Conversation
We have all spent holiday dinners where we've discovered that our family still hasn't a clue as to what we do, who our lover of over a year is, just what our best friend or business partner's name is, or are inadvertently criticized. At one time, I use to let such conversations … [Read more...]