Book Corner
For many women, June is the month for weddings and getting married. But there are two books out there for women who are single and either looking for Mr. Right or enjoying their single life. The first, How to Marry a Mensch: The Love Coach’s Guide to Meeting Your Mate by Great Neck native Robin Gorman Newman is a guide to finding your own mensch, or “a decent, responsible person even your mother would love.” The second book, Better Single Than Sorry, is written by Jen Schefft, of “The Bachelor” and “The Bachelorette” fame. In her book, Schefft laudes the single life and why women should not rush into marriage just because they feel they should not be single.
Marriage is not for everyone, however, and society is gradually coming to accept the fact that some women choose not to marry, but to remain single, financially independent, and yes … even happy! Women today have more lifestyle choices than ever before, even when it comes to having children outside marriage.
FYI
Going green is not only good for the environment, but it can also be good for your wallet; for tips check out Bridget Bodoano’s The Little Book of Quick Fixes for Eco-Conscious Cleaning to find out more. As the weather warms up, start thinking about lighter meals made with fresh ingredients, like Cold Cucumber Soup (recipe provided). Instead of the buying dad another tie this Father’s Day, go visit his favorites places from childhood—an old amusement park, his elementary school or his favorite fishing spot. This month’s featured Long Island woman is Madeline Dempster of Bayville who owns and runs The American Dance Theater Workshop.
Health
Learn more about Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) and how you can cope with it; a new study shows exercising at least five hours a week can help fight breast cancer; and a new study shows there is a difference between men and women and how they handle traumatic events.
My Turn
Virginia Foley talks about the priceless gift her father left her after he died suddenly when she was a teenager.
Dad could sing with the velvety likeness of Ol’ Blue Eyes and write with a sarcastic (though often corny) wit. But his artistic endeavors were limited by his need to care for a large family.
On The Island
Want to do something fun and unusual this summer but gas prices have you thinking twice about traveling? Look no further than Long Island! Katie Seiden gives a directory of places you can visit without leaving the area.
Destination trips might be popular – where special events and surroundings become the goal of travel – but we don’t have to leave our island to discover and enjoy terrific outings.
Style
Looking good on the beach goes beyond having a bikini body—this summer it’s all about style.
The key word for this summer’s shore things is glamour. This season sees a return to resort sophistication. Here are a few tips that will help you to face the sun with style.
Happenings
Consult our extensive guide to what’s new and interesting in the arts, education and more this month on the Island.
Support Groups
An extensive listing of Long Island area support groups primarily geared toward women.
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