I've written before about the beautiful city of Istanbul, and specifically about my stay at the Four Seasons Sultanahmet.  Now, there was a problem with my room, but I was so impressed by the way the Four Seasons management handled it that I said...

We're having our Birthday Bash Sale at the boutique - which makes me think about celebrating - and champagne.  (OK - it doesn't take a whole lot to get me thinking about champagne!) Anyway, I'm usually a purist: champagne, straight up,...

We promised a Birthday Sale weeks ago - it's finally here! Go to the Bella Figura USA Birthday Bash Sale page to check out all the items.  Everything is 30% off, and included in the sale are both styles of the Shu Juan Lu evening wraps, several...

Way back, not long after this blog began, I wrote a post on relatives visiting - and the ensuing fireworks. I was thinking about it because some family members just left my house.  Now, let me say right now, this recent visit was delightful - no...

This week is ending on a sad note, as two icons died yesterday: the uber talented Michael Jackson, and the ever fascinating actress/artist, Farrah Fawcett. Do you remember this charming, adorable kid?  And how about this...