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Lice!
Published Feb. 1, 2012
One (horrifying) word: lice. Claudia Alvarez, manager at Hair Fairies in La Jolla (858-459-5423; hairfairies.com) told me that the best treatment was careful removal by hand and comb. “Lice need the scalp to live. They feed ...
Roller Skating in San Diego
Published Jan. 25, 2012
“Roller skating has been around since the 1700s,” Bernice read from her iPhone. “It’s funny to think of the founding fathers on skates. I’ve always associated roller skating with the 1970s.” “Did they have the disco ...
Belly Dance Your Belly Away
Published Jan. 18, 2012
New Year, new me, etc. Maybe lose weight with…belly dancing! “I’ve danced my whole life,” said Sabrina (858-337-1728; sabrinabellydancer.com). “I studied dance at UC Irvine, and in my second year I saw belly dancers at a ...
Sippin' the Diem: Black Tea
Published Jan. 11, 2012
We spent an afternoon testing black tea in anticipation of my mother-in-law’s annual visit. Husband Patrick was assisting. The salesman at La Mesa’s All Things ... More Post a comment
Environmentally Friendly Burial
Published Dec. 28, 2011
Ever since Aunt Azelda’s dog died, the dear old bird has been thinking of her own demise. “I don’t want to be in the way, ... More Post a comment
Let Christmas Songs Inspire Your Party Decor
Published Dec. 21, 2011
Am I suddenly in the middle of a 1940s Christmas musical? I wondered. Images of Bing Crosby’s “White Christmas” danced in my head as Alexis ... More Post a comment
Mulling in S.D.
Published Dec. 14, 2011
“Mulling is when you infuse your cider with other flavors and aromas,” said Kathy. “You can use spices, herbs, fruits, or even sugars.” She pulled ... More Post a comment
Holiday Makeup Tips: Highlighters, Glitters, and Sparkles
Published Dec. 7, 2011
“I think the wintertime is a great time to use your highlighters, glitters, and sparkles because it’s cold and gray outside, and you want to ... More Comments (2)
Pet Burial, Goldfish to Horse
Published Nov. 30, 2011
Aunt Azelda’s tiny mutt Taffy has died. I’m on duty for the burial arrangements. “We have taken care of pets ranging from goldfish to horses,” ... More Post a comment
Pumpkin Pies: A Ten-Pie Test
Published Nov. 22, 2011
“You’ll have to do without the bourbon-cherry-apple pie,” I told Patrick. “This year, I’m bringing a ready-made pumpkin pie.” A few days later, after making ... More Post a comment
The Best Apple Cider
Published Nov. 16, 2011
The days are still warm, but the nights are getting cold enough for cider. Patrick and I hail from the Northeast, and this time of ... More Post a comment
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