As we all know, Sunday is Mother’s Day. It also would have been my mother’s 95th birthday had she lived. I lost her in 1988, the year my son was born. My mom was an anchor in my life. Sometimes I wonder what other course I might have taken had she survived past her 68th year. Time has managed my loss, infusing me with the memory of her … Read More
This story will deviate from my normal riff, but it is a topic close to my heart: a message that needs to be heard, despite the risk of personal exposure. It’s the story of mental disorders, a devastating condition that affects one in four people as well as those in their personal radius. Trust me, I know. Anxiety, OCD, depression and addiction have coursed through my family’s veins for generations. … Read More
After my family moved away from Long Beach, NY, we spent several summers on Block Island, a tiny ocean sanctuary off the New England Coast. I witnessed several mid-day weddings there as we rode our bikes up and down the rocky terrain. There is something special about afternoon affairs, a frothy lightness that reveals a casual beauty. Understated, yet elegant, it seems the perfect purview for the Eberjey bride.
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There’s a new girl coming to town. Her name is Fiore. She reminds me of Pippi Longstocking all grown up, but still delightfully independent and pretty self-assured. She’s traveling here from the UK where her family has lived reputably for over 50 years. I met her recently along with some of her friends: Matilda, Daisy and Lyla to name a few. They were all perky, young ingénues working hard to … Read More
A few months ago, my husband and I were having drinks on the terrace of a luxury hotel here in Cabo called Esperanza. Not our usual activity, we went, mainly to see the venue. Cabo is well-known for its destination weddings and by coincidence, that evening, there was a marriage ceremony taking place at the resort. It got me thinking about the entire bridal business, the extravagance, the energy exerted, … Read More
A few months ago, my husband and I were having drinks on the terrace of a luxury hotel here in Cabo called Esperanza. Not our usual activity, we went, mainly to see the venue. Cabo is well-known for its destination weddings and by coincidence, that evening, there was a marriage ceremony taking place at the resort. It got me thinking about the entire bridal business, the extravagance, the energy exerted, … Read More
This week we are voyaging on the Eastern Cape to do some exploring. Our destination: Cabo Pulmo National Park. It’s a different type of beach experience and I hope to report back about what is reputed to be some of the world’s best snorkeling. This will be a different experience than my usual seaside sojourns at the local Medano Beach. There you can find us on our chairs near Tabasco’s … Read More