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Girls’ Night Out

Consider some of these fun options when planning the next get-together with the girls. by Mary Beth Schwartz After a fun yet challenging week with my one-year-old and three-year-old sons, I look forward to quality time catching up with my closest girlfriends. We don’t get toge ... CONTINUE READING

Design Solutions for a More Beautiful Home

By Lori McLaughlin We asked several area designers for their tips on perplexing home decorating questions, including selecting the perfect window treatment, arranging cozy seating areas and dressing up the walls. Here’s what they had to say: Window and Door Treatment Options ... CONTINUE READING

Winter Fun…Indoors!

By Sara Vigneri When the weather gets cold, many celebrate the season with outdoor winter activities. However, for those who prefer not to brave the elements (and risk cold fingers and toes) there is still plenty to do this winter. So leave the snow pants at home and try some of ... CONTINUE READING

Valentine’s Day Gifts

By Sara Hodon Choosing the perfect Valentine’s Day gift is a little more stressful than it seems. Sure, it’s not like Christmas where you feel compelled to buy something for everyone in your family (including the great-aunt you haven’t seen since you were 12). And it’s ... CONTINUE READING

Marketplace Spotlight

By Sara Hodon Essence of Health 750 S. 25th St. | Easton, PA | 610-252-7707 | EssenceOfHealthPa.net Essence of Health is a full-scale market that sells a variety of natural items. Their philosophy is simple: “We want people to look at our store as a ‘destinat ... CONTINUE READING

The Lost Art of the Thank-You Note

By Lori McLaughlin I’m mad as hell and I’m not going to take it anymore. Another busy round of gift-giving for Christmas and baby showers and weddings and birthdays has come and gone, and nary a thank-you note in the mailbox. Actually, there was one card, from an out-of-sta ... CONTINUE READING