I am on a first name basis with the people at our local hardware store. I am there sporadically but often, and they have patiently--and without one note of patronization--advised me on various topics ranging from the correct size of a wall anchor to replacing an outlet. They greet me like an old …
Advice
Going With the Flow
My niece's wedding took place on a dock on Baltimore's Inner Harbor, a fashionably updated working harbor surrounded by sailing ships, industrial areas, refurbished warehouses and chic shops and restaurants. It was a formal wedding, with the bride in cream satin, five bridesmaids in teal organza, …
Words for the Newlyweds
From my talk at my niece's wedding. I would like to point out to those who don't know me that I am not merely an aunt, but that I am in fact, The Sainted Aunt. In that role—and since you’ve given me a microphone—your mistake—I would like to offer some small pieces of advice which the bride and …