Book Corner
This time of year can leave you feeling so besieged and stressed that you just want to run away. Many women have felt this way, and some have written memoirs about their journeys. Grab one of the suggested titles and escape – even if it is only by stealing a few precious moments to read. Debbi Honorof also clues us in to a must-have guide, Reading Group Choices, and a must-visit book shop that benefits a local library.
The author not only learned many wonderful skills (cooking in Paris, Border collie training in Scotland and art and architecture in Cuba), but just as important, she learned to slow down and appreciate the moment.
FYI
Find out why a kiss is not just a kiss – especially to women; how to make the inevitable shoveling task easier; and, how to satisfy your sweet tooth with delicious dessert recipes. Also, meet this month’s Long Island Woman, Stacy Miller.
Health
‘Tis the season to eat, drink and be merry … so how do you prevent it from being the season when you gain 20 pounds? Sandra Gordon gives us some tips on how to handle all the parties and make healthier choices. Plus, there is a handy chart that shows how many minutes of exercise you have to fit in to counteract certain splurges … and ideas on how to limit the calories taken in by those holiday drinks.
If you’re eating a traditional high-fat holiday meal, keep in mind that another helping (of mashed potatoes or turkey or pie) can easily add up to more calories and fat. Take a 20-minute intermission before reaching for seconds to give the urge to refill your plate an opportunity to pass.
Holiday Gift Guide
Go green this season! Check out our eco-friendly gift ideas – everything from organic flowers to solar-powered messenger bags that can charge your camera so you’re always ready for those holiday photo-ops.
My Turn
Another year is about to come to a close and maybe you are dwelling upon your age. Jean P. Moore provides a useful checklist so you can figure out just what is OK (staying current with fashion) and what is not OK (dressing like your daughter) once you reach a certain age.
Over the years, no matter what Sally [Field] and Diane [Keaton] were doing, I thought if I could match them pound for pound, wrinkle for wrinkle, I’d be OK. For decades, I’ve checked my progress against theirs – Now here they both are at 60, great-looking and proud of their age … This is causing me to take stock anew. What does it really mean to be OK with 60?
Happenings
It’s time to celebrate! Find out what’s going on around the Island in our calendar of events featuring classes and lectures, entertainment and exhibits and more.
Support Groups
No matter what challenge you are facing, you can turn to our extensive listings for support – now with helpful subject headings so you can more easily find what you’re looking for.
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