What is Charm school, and what does it teach? Sometimes called Finishing schools, these programs focused on teaching social graces. In the 1800s, these schools were established to train young women to become polished, accomplished wives and socialites. In other words, preparing them for marriage.

Are you looking for success for your grandkids in 2023? If so, stop reading now.

As we begin a new year, we typically contemplate the changes or enhancements we want to focus on in our upcoming year. You and I probably already have our "to do's or "to change" list ready. The typical list begins with; losing weight, exercising more, saving money, spending more time with family and friends…

If you opened a time capsule from 1971, what would you find?

One of the many things I hope to find is an old vinyl record by Jim Croce, who wrote the soulful song, Time in a Bottle. How many remember it? Here is a teaser of how it began as I take you down memory lane…

This is one of those quotes that speak volumes without too many words. We all have more things than we need, there’s no doubt about that. Upon realizing that, consider donating things, doing so will give you a little more space in your lives. More space to create, think, and be free. How does the saying go? One person's trash is another person's treasure.

Have you ever heard the dreaded, “I’m B-O-R-E-D!”

I have. As a matter of fact, to be totally transparent, I also said, “I’m B-O-R-E-D,” a time or two in my childhood.

Now, as adults, we don't want kids to sit around bored for hours but believe it or not, there is a right and wrong way to handle the situation.

We haven't ever heard THAT said before, have we? Of course not! But if we are honest with ourselves, chances are that we can remember a time or two that we said it during our childhood. Be honest…I won't tell. After all, I, too, can vividly remember many times. One time, I invited my teddy bears, bunnies, stuffed animals, and coveted doll to my tea party. My sister decided my doll didn't need to be part of my elaborate festivity and was whisked away for another adventure.

Princesses are getting a bad rap today.

To all grandparents, your granddaughters are princesses. How many times have you called her "my princess ."Most little girls aspire to be princesses and love playing dress-up, sporting a fancy dress and a crown. What little girl doesn’t? OK, I wanted to be Annie Oakley, but I'm sure I wanted to be a princess.

When was the first time you failed? Was it an easy fix, or did you need intervention??

As "they" say, learning begins at birth. But I will tell you that my education moved at warp speed since I was a close second to my older sister, who had a mere 11 months on me.

We made the most of our early learning moments, but they were as different as night and day. I had a fragile beginning as I followed behind someone who could quickly comprehend even the vaguest concepts…