Last Thursday, the HOTY and I stole away in the middle of the day to go to Silver Linings Playbook. That in and of itself was a Silver Lining in our week. Anyhoo, I’ve been soooooo excited to see this film since first hearing about it. I mean, c’mon, these are my people!!! Here’s the synopsis: Pat Solitanohas… Continue reading Silver Linings Playbook is a Major Silver Lining!
Inspired Living & Celebrating Life
Gift Guide: For the Book Lover
Christmas is coming. It is really coming. I can’t believe it, but it’s true. The HOTY and I are sitting down today to begin making our who, what, when and where (wear?) list. In the meantime, I’ve begun accumulating a file of ideas for different people with various interests and passions. Here are some of… Continue reading Gift Guide: For the Book Lover
Children's Memorial Candle Lighting
I don’t usually write on the weekend, but I had to tell you about something very (very!) special. Today marks the 16th annual Compassionate Friends Worldwide Candle Lighting. This event unites family and friends around the globe in lighting candles for one hour to honor and remember children who have died at any age from any… Continue reading Children's Memorial Candle Lighting
Happy Hanukkah!
We are a family that celebrates all holidays (Silver Lining). Tonight, the first night of Hanukkah, the menorah is out and the candles are in place waiting to be lit. It is so beautiful for me to see the HOTY pass on his family’s cultural and religious Hanukkah traditions. Every year (??) I have to… Continue reading Happy Hanukkah!
A Conversation with superChic
I love finding special things and places and sharing them with friends. One perfect example is a new shop in Santa Barbara called superChic. I happen to be super excited about it…& will definitely be doing some Christmas shopping there (Silver Lining)! Co-owners Brian Callahan and Terry Calhoun sat down with The Silver Pen to… Continue reading A Conversation with superChic
Orphan Diseases
During FBC (f-bomb breast cancer for new readers) awareness month in October, I received countless emails from readers asking, “Why does breast cancer get so much attention?” and “What about my disease?” Excellent questions! I promised that I would write about Orphan Diseases and here it finally is (better late than never…Silver Lining). Please allow me… Continue reading Orphan Diseases
Procrastination
In my morning email box was a daily note from one of my favorite blogs, Advice to Writers. The topic of the day: Procrastination (with some of the quotes listed above). GULP. Why the gulp? Well, because it struck a chord. Because…I’m a (closet) procrastinator. There. I said it. However, the Silver Lining of my procrastination habit… Continue reading Procrastination
Gift Guide: J.Crew + Teach For America
Every year, I look so forward to The Silver Pen Gift Guide. Giving gifts is so much fun! Part of the joy comes from seeking and finding the extra special Silver Linings of the season. My first recommendation is the amazing t-shirt that J.Crew created for Teach For America. According to J.Crew, this tee was selected as… Continue reading Gift Guide: J.Crew + Teach For America
Giving: Where Does Your Money Go?
Ever since I started writing the “Giving” category, people have asked me “How do I know where my money goes?” or “How do I know if this is a legitimate organization?” For example, say you want to give $100 toward cancer research. You may be under the impression (or have high hopes) that your donation… Continue reading Giving: Where Does Your Money Go?
Vogue's APT with LSD: Lily Maddock's Southampton Home
Today is another rainy day in Santa Barbara, which happens to be a Silver Lining in my life. When it is sunny here (as it is 350 days a year), the outdoors beckon in an irresistible way. I happen to love these grey and rainy days because it is an excuse to stay indoors and play catch… Continue reading Vogue's APT with LSD: Lily Maddock's Southampton Home