Peddler’s Village–Annual Scarecrow Competition

By: Mary Fran BontempoIt’s not exactly Sleepy Hollow, but it’s pretty close.Bucks County, PA is a natural delight during any season, but come fall, the area’s gently rolling hills and glorious fall foliage are truly a feast for the eyes. Come Halloween and pumpkin time, there’s no shortage of places to visit to take in the scenery—whether your tastes trend towards the serene or the spooky.One must-see destination that satisfies both lies just [...]

2018-10-30T09:54:06-04:00October 14th, 2011|0 Comments

Aspects of Love

by Chrysa SmithRuth met me at the train and we headed to Philly. It was a sunny, cool day and all I had on my mind was how nice it would be to not drive---to sit on a train, enjoy the view, have a nice lunch and see a show. That is, until I saw the show. Then, everything changed.Well, no, not completely, but Aspects of Love, the Andrew Lloyd Weber show from [...]

2018-10-30T09:54:06-04:00October 13th, 2011|3 Comments

Keeping Female Spirit Hopping

by Chrysa SmithWhen you meet Lyn Hicks, you know she is a creative spirit. She just has that look, that sensibility, that sense of style. And when I found out what she does, it was no surprise.She runs a business called Harmony HillGardens--the chic florist--flowers for giving and special occasions. She calls herself a Living Green Expert and runs workshops for women. When she emailed me a list of upcoming events, I just [...]

2018-10-30T09:54:07-04:00October 12th, 2011|3 Comments

When "Less" Really is More

By: Mary Fran BontempoTo hear an audio version of this post, click the play arrow below.Did someone pay them to figure this out?In a study that I’m certain will be up for Pulitzer Prize consideration, researchers at Penn State University have decreed that middle aged women are “happier with moderate exercise” as opposed to vigorous exercise. Apparently, the study found that women felt less stressed, less anxious and less depressed after less strenuous [...]

2018-10-30T09:54:12-04:00October 11th, 2011|2 Comments
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