Posted in by Chaya Bella on the October 29th, 2007 From Excelling at the Art of Life.   Feel free to borrow any of the forms and make them your own.  This form is coonected to her blog entitled The Written Art of Saying Thank you.Note for a dinner party:Dear ___,     I had such a wonderful time at your party. You are quite the host(ess) and the food was delicious.  I can’t remember when an evening passed so quickly!  Thank you so mu... Read Full Story

     Tuesday is the day for social topics.  Here is a quick, easy idea that will enhance your social life and kindle your spirit — plan a simple social gathering.  If you are part of a family, choose a week night and flip through some restaurant coupons.  Invite another family, some friends or neighbors to join you at that restaurant for a pre-homework bite.      If you are single and want to meet new people, pick the restaurant and ask a few friends to join you with a few of their frie... Read Full Story

     Monday is Mind day.  The media is stilted.  The best way to form our political opinions?  Read the candidates’ platforms on the issues, watch the debates and formulate your own opinions.  One other important piece to read is The Nine, by Jeffrey Toobin.  This excellent book explains the ramifications of our political choices with respect to the decisions emerging from our highest court. It is really a very gripping book.      I am adding a link to buy this book.  If you prefer to l... Read Full Story

We are entering into the months were few outdoor plants will be blooming.  Thus, flowering bulbs, placed throughout your home in key areas, is a special treat for your eyes, nose and spirit.  Wednesday is the day to learn one new thing — today’s topic is forcing bulbs. It’s easy and cheap.  Empty glass bowls/small vases or any pot will suffice.  You can use dirt, marbles, seashells . . . as the filler.  First choose your favorite bulbs, (CLICK HERE for bulb resources).  You ... Read Full Story

     With Halloween almost come and gone,  it’s time to start preparing for the next big holiday — Thanksgiving!  Here, in Texas, we all know about Greenberg’s Smoked Turkeys.  It is one of the top ten coveted gifts for November and December.  Once you’ve had one, you’ll be sending them out to your favorite friends. Treat yourself to a most delicious season kick-off — a Greenberg Turkey.  Order now to make sure you will have one in Novemeber.  I have no aff... Read Full Story

     You are invited to dinner, have attended a wedding, or been given a present.  What do you do?  Classy you compose a handwritten note as a gesture of appreciation.  Anyone can send an ecard — that really says very little.  It’s so commercial that it, quite frankly, is tacky.  Write a simple email and you’ll look like a clod.  Your sentiments need not take more than a paragraph — it’s the thought that counts.  I’ve included a link for personalized statio... Read Full Story