Going Meatless

April 21, 2010

You don't have to go cold, er, turkey to eat green. My adjustment has been gradual--including the occasional hamburger.

It's Not What You Say, It's Where You Say It

Biden's F-bomb is part of a long and infamous tradition for political VIPs.

Ann Louise Nixon Cooper 1902-2009

An appreciation of the voter President-elect Obama mentioned in his victory speech on election night

Congratulations Are In Order

Some folks haven't yet realized that Barack Obama didn't become the president of black America. He became the president of the United States of America. All Americans have a reason to celebrate.

Thank You, Thank You, Thank You

The most important things to do after your wedding night.

Check Yourself

What not to do when dining out with friends.

Tips on Tipping

Tipping service workers is not only expected but is so much a part of the holiday tradition that it provokes its own level of anxiety about how to do it right. There are plenty of folks to thank: your nanny, hairstylist and building manager. So here's a little guidance on tips and tokens for the people who make your life easier.

Office Party Politics

It doesn't matter whether you're treated to a five-course dinner at a spiffy restaurant or Cheez Whiz on Ritz crackers—what happens at the office holiday party can affect your professional life well into the next year. Here are some tips on how to manage the gathering.

Desiree Rogers' Teachable Moment

December 03, 2009

All that charisma can be as much liability as asset if it's not correctly managed...

The Tipping Factor

The recession's easing a little and purse strings are loosening just a bit.  If you want to say "thanks" to caregivers, helpers and others who keep your life in good shape during the year, here's s little guidance...

The Turkey Is The Least of It

Do ask if you can help, and if you're told "no thanks," remove yourself from the kitchen.

Close Encounters of the Celebrity Kind

Stars--they're just like us! They're happy to be "on" most of the time, if they can have a little privacy some of the time...

No Present Like The Time

Christmas comes but once a year—but it's been coming earlier and earlier. Spending a little can squish your inner Scrooge.

My Cheap Best Friend

I love my best friend, but I can't afford to pick up her slack when we go out to eat...

Character Counts

Do you do the right thing, even when you don't have to?

The Wedding of WHOSE Dreams?

Do I let my (almost) sister-in-law run my wedding the way she wants to, just to keep the peace?

Expressly Yours

Express lines should get you in and out quicker...SHOULD.

Pressed for space

Maybe it's something in the air, maybe the alleged beginning to the recovery is making people feverish to go out and spend money...whatever it is, they are hella anxious to grab a parking space...