November 2005



Feature
From keeping in touch with teachers who influenced her to her yearly appearances at Book Revue, bestselling author Jodi Picoult remarks on her Long Island roots. 

Jodi Picoult, 38, is the bestselling author of 12 novels, and her newest novel The Tenth Circle will be released this spring. In 2003, she was awarded the New England Bookseller Award for Fiction. Recently, Long Island Woman had the opportunity to speak with Ms. Picoult about her perspectives regarding her family, life and career.


Adult Care
Mary Ellen Spruell shares how her father’s “respite” in an assisted living facility made a world of difference in everyone’s lives.

Many among the baby boomer generation may soon be faced with caring for an aged parent. My family has been dealing with this emotionally draining situation for the past nine years. As we explored the various options, some of my own deeply felt beliefs were challenged, and I was surprised by what we learned about assisted living.

FYI
Prepare for the busy holiday season by checking out special events across Long Island, a website that will tell you everything you need to know about seafood and a DVD designed to make “the perfect Thanksgiving Dinner” and when you are through, be sure to use these helpful hints to “get a good night’s sleep.”

Sustenance
Revamp your Thanksgiving menu with these new recipes.

In celebration of Thanksgiving, Long Island Woman wants to share with our readers some delicious, fabulous and unique recipes created by top Long Island chefs. We all expect the turkey to have prime place, but we need to surround that bird with exceptional side dishes that include traditional and imaginative ingredients – presented in a way that sparks interest and excitement around the holiday table. Long Island Woman asked noted chefs for their favorite recipes to serve as the holiday season begins on Nov. 24. “Thanks” to you chefs for “giving” us these special dishes to savor at home!

Happenings
Consult our extensive guide to what's new and interesting this month on the Island.

Support Groups
An extensive listing of Long Island area support groups primarily geared toward women.

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