“What I like about photographs is that they capture a moment that’s gone forever, impossible to reproduce.” – Karl Lagerfeld, fashion designer/photographer Dear readers, These days it’s impossible to get through the waking hours without seeing a photograph of some sort. Portraits, candids and now “selfies” seem to be at our every turn. In fact, every day, 55 million ... »
We’ve all heard the expression: April showers bring May flowers. In most people it invokes a sunny disposition, knowing that warmer weather and greener grass is near. But, to be honest, I’m not one of those people. I’m not a big fan of April showers. I know how quickly they can turn into massive thunderstorms. And those who know me well know that I am terrified of thunder... »
Ahhh Spring … my favorite time of year and it’s almost here. All winter long I look forward to March knowing that with the first flower bud comes new beginnings and warmer weather is just around the corner. In years past, I would selfishly get a little giddy just thinking about the possibilities March brings. After all, it is my birthday month, pitchers and catchers report... »
Dear Readers, After enjoying a fairly mild start to winter, I think the cold weather is here in full force and won’t be leaving any time soon. I’ve spent my entire life living in Pennsylvania and enjoying the change of seasons but can’t say I’ve ever quite warmed up to winter. With shorter days bringing colder nights and lots of time spent inside even the best of us can ge... »
“Mom, is Santa Claus real?” So it happened. A few weeks ago, my inquisitive, analytical yet sensitive eight-year-old son posed the question, “Mom, is Santa Claus real?” Most parents dread this coming-of-age question but I didn’t. “Absolutely, I am a believer,” I told him with total confidence. I was ready for it. Because often, I think back to when I was a child and was fa... »
Dear Readers, “Autumn is a season followed immediately by looking forward to spring.” This anonymous quote could easily have been authored by me. I am a lover of the fall – when the air is crisp, not cold and the leaves, not snow, are falling. As someone who is forever thinking ahead instead of enjoying the moment, I can easily be melancholy about February before Hallowe... »
Dear Readers, It seems like just yesterday I was planting my herb garden and putting out the patio furniture. And while the days are still warm enough to enjoy a round of golf or sneak in an afternoon at the pool, I find myself longing to open the windows and dig out the cozy sweatshirt I discarded in March. Candidly, I’m tired of watering the geraniums. Whether you’re c... »
Dear Readers, I spent every summer of my childhood at what we referred to as “camp,” in the Adirondacks. “Camp” is actually a rustic community of cottages tucked away on Lake Champlain where my carefree days were spent swimming, water skiing and playing tennis. As I grew older and no longer had the youthful luxury of spending an entire summer away, shy of a few short bea... »
Dear Readers, A time for new beginnings, it seems only fitting that I start my role as Editor with the Spring issue. I have written for Lehigh Valley Marketplace since 2009 and now have the privilege of working alongside the magazine’s professional staff and talented group of writers. Thanks to all of you for your warm welcome, responsiveness and patience. I would be remi... »
There will come a time when you believe everything is finished; that will be the beginning. ~Louis L’Amour Dear Readers, My daughter shared this quote with me, and we both thought it was the perfect way to begin my last letter to you as the editor of Lehigh Valley Marketplace. As I reflect upon the time that I have been Editor, I am reminded of the people that I have met,... »
