It occurred to me today that the expression ‘breaking bread’ may have stemmed from the fact that in the olden days (before white bread), the loaves were dense. Maybe their bread knives failed like mine and people had to literally tear a piece off the loaf. I visualize the bread being passed along a table in a room painted SALON DRAB (Farrow and Ball). What Images Come to Mind When
#Livelocal – Doorways of Philly
August 1, 2018
I am drawn to doors and doorways. The mere act of opening a door takes courage sometimes, in special occasions. As you open a door, who knows – you might confront the unknown. What Do Doorways Make You Think Of? There are cliches associated with opening a door too. And symbols. Like opportunity. Freedom – getting out or going in. The experience of walking through a door can be unique.
#Livelocal: The Philadelphia Rowhome
April 19, 2018
The Philadelphia Rowhome is the predominant style of housing in the city. If you are buying or selling a house in Philadelphia, chances are it is a row house. Row houses are everywhere, from old city to Roxborough. They come in various shapes and sizes from the smallest that measure in at 400 square feet to the more modern styles that are graced with one car garages. The Philadelphia Row Has
Art Museum District – Philly
April 19, 2018
The Fairmount, or as locals call it ‘the Art Museum area’ neighborhood melds tree-lined streets with urban living and a vibrant creative energy. Just steps from the Rodin Museum, the Philadelphia Art Museum and the Barnes, culture and famous attractions are a stroll away. If you want to live in the city but not its downtown core, this may be the perfect place to reside. Read the full article for
What Does Generation X Want?
April 11, 2018
Are you a Generation Xer? Read my article for Homes.com entitled Magnet States for Generation Xers “If you are roughly between 35 and 49 years old, there are reasons your age group is on the move. Chances are you have a lot on your plate and want to live somewhere that addresses your needs. Not the outdated ones that said you were cynical, MTV-loving, latchkey kids. No, the new you.
Olde Kensington, Philadelphia
April 8, 2018
Much heart went into writing this piece on Olde Kensington, Philly for Homes.com. Read a synopsis below, then check out the full article here. “If you are looking for that start-up vibe, Olde Kensington is one of Philadelphia’s neighborhoods that is slowly getting a facelift. Tucked away between Northern Liberties (north) and Fishtown (west), this distinct section of Kensington is going from warehouse to coffee house and condo. With other
The Editor -BFF or Foe?
July 29, 2017
Writer plus Editor I am really happy with a new piece I wrote, but think the chapeau goes off to the editor (and web design). A few tweeks were made with her keen eye. I know she would say she couldn’t have done it without the research and writing I did. But still. I like to play on a supportive team. As I have also worn the editor hat, I
Creative Writing: Can We Be Creative as Business Writers?
May 31, 2017
About Creative Writing Creative writing is pretty loosely described. We associate creative writing with narratives, character development, prose and poetry. And sometimes, flow. People ask me all the time “what kind of things do you write?” and I usually answer ‘business writing’ seeing as this is an accurate description of my work week. Or I will say something like, “writers, write” or “I’m versatile”. It seems like a cop out.
This Blog is About Me
September 15, 2016
This Blog is About Me I feel like this blog should have a soundtrack or at least a drumroll. That certainly sets the reader up with high hopes of fascinating content, perhaps a laugh or two, and maybe even a ‘top ten’ list. But seriously, the other day I got a quizzical look when I handed out my business card – Conscious Strategy? What is that? So today on the
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