We are entering the holiday season full throttle. Never mind that Christmas decorations have graced store shelves since August. There is no grace in consumerizing even more of the American way. It’s painful to see the melange of Halloween costumes, Thanksgiving turkey crafts, and … [Read more...] about On Giving
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I Wasn’t Born in America But…
I wasn't born in the USA but I do love Bruce Springsteen. I wasn't born in America but I was raised an American. I wasn't born in America, but my sons are first generation American. I wasn't born in America but I proudly have an American passport. I wasn't born in … [Read more...] about I Wasn’t Born in America But…
Last Minute Gifts That Are Actually Thoughtful
There's no need to brave the crowds and scrooges out there. So what if all shipping deadlines have passed? There's still time to get gifts in time for Christmas morning. This Holiday season, give the gift of an experience. I prefer to spend my money on adventures rather than … [Read more...] about Last Minute Gifts That Are Actually Thoughtful
Drink Local. Gift Local. – 5:00 Fridays TM
Drink local. Gift local. I'm stealing this idea from Mac Daddy. He's a man of many talents, you know. Mac Daddy has a colleague who's new to our state. This guy appreciates a good brew, so Mac Daddy figured the gift of some Carolina beers would be perfect this holiday season. … [Read more...] about Drink Local. Gift Local. – 5:00 Fridays TM
It’s OK, It’s Christmas
The stressful pangs of Christmas creep are upon us. There is no merrymaking in town these days. The mall is positively the worst place to be this time of year. I've witnessed more than one parking space smack down, and those women toting giant Tory Burch bags will use those gold … [Read more...] about It’s OK, It’s Christmas
More Me in 2015
There's a frenzy about the holidays. Some of that frolicking is fun, though in all honesty, most of it saps the joy from the spirit of the season. The mall is positively the worst place to be this time of year. Ditto for weekends at the grocery store. People are snaggled toothed … [Read more...] about More Me in 2015
Krupnikas – 5:00 Fridays TM
Tis the season...for Krupnikas. It's not really holiday season until the Krupnikas lands on my bar. I generally like my Krupnikas served over ice in this ever so cute whiskey glass from Crate & Barrel. It's meant to be a neat sipper, but I like a little something to … [Read more...] about Krupnikas – 5:00 Fridays TM