Whether the woman or the man has broken off the relationship, it can be a painful time to cope with the loss. Instead of ending the relationship on a sour note, why not try to win him/her back with a Love Letter! At the very least, let him/her know your innermost thoughts. Get personal!
I know you will find my granola bar to be a delicious snack food as well as a food you can eat for breakfast - crumble it and sprinkle on yogurt, pudding, or applesauce. It even adds pizzazz to a boring cereal. Put it in your children (or...
This is my family recipe for Banana Walnut Bread. This bread holds up well to slice, put in the toaster (or toaster oven). Don't be afraid to slather on the butter and jam. So why have frozen waffles for breakfast when you can have this tasty,...
Why collect art pottery? Why not? Whether it is by a local artisan or an established and recognized stoneware company, it is something beautiful to behold and "hold" in your hands. I think hand made art pottery/ stoneware is truly an art...
After arriving from London via Eurostar train at La Gare du Nord in Paris, I took a quick cab to the Louvre as I began my visit (in only one day) by setting out on foot. While walking near the Louvre, I could see La Grande Roue (big wheel)...
I was fortunate to have visited Italy in the 1980s with my mother - to the land where my grandparents were born. I realized only when I was older, how brave they were to take a ship from Naples to a foreign land - America; with hopes of a better...
I visited London in 2011 and experienced the best scones I have ever eaten. It's really difficult to describe how they differ from anything you might find in the US. No one quite understands how they could possibly be so different, unless you've...
I'll speak for myself (and other New Englanders) in saying that we really enjoy our summers. We suffer through months and months of cold and snow in the winter, so hurray for warm weather! The vegetation in New England is extraordinary, flowers...
I was asked by Hubpages readers to show more photos from the 1964-1965 New York World's Fair, so here we go! This was an adjoining pavilion to Pepsi-Cola, the United States Committee for U.N.E.C.E.F (United Nations Children's Fund), created in...
In 1964-65 I was a mere child. I won't say how old I was then, but let's just say I am one of an estimated 76 million baby boomers. The New York World's Fair was a great family trip. I remember even recognizing people in the crowd who we knew. It...
Forget the boy who means so much, Forget his lips, his tender touch. Forget his kiss, his loving eyes, Forget the time he told you lies. Forget the long walks in the rain, Forget the love that caused the pain. Forget the falling...
These cookies look great for cookie swaps, holiday gifts, or get togethers. Be sure to make an extra batch for your family to enjoy. They will pack well for lunch or picnics too. Recipe: 1 cup butter (or margarine), 1/2 cup brown sugar, 1/2 cup...
If you have visited the UK or if you know someone explicably British, you will find that America and Britain speak the English language differently, in some regards. Try out your "English" and listen for slight inflections in a typically British...
It is widely rumored that British food is bland and awful. I'll attest to the fact that this is contrary to my discovery--the person stating this untruth should be considered having a post World War II mentality. I found British food to be an...
It may seem inconceivable or just plain crazy, but I did travel from London to Paris one day in early August, and I had a wonderful and memorable time. I took the Eurostar high speed train from London’s St. Pancreas International Station...
This Mushroom & Broccoli Quiche is quick and easy enough to prepare and bake for your family after a long day. It even works well for a last minute dinner invite. Some of the ingredients can be prepared ahead. It looks beautiful on the table and...
Channeled whelks are predatory sea snails and univalves (having a single coiled shell). Its opening is on the right side (dextral) and its shell coils to the right. It is related to the knobbed whelk and can be found to measure up to 7". The...
Shell collecting has been a hobby of mine since childhood. It can bring you to areas of the world you may never visit, or you can just enjoy the beauty that nature has to offer. Tropical waters can be defined by temperatures that exceed 68 degrees...
This is the quickest and easiest recipe for delicious coconut macaroons imaginable. Instead of dipping the coconut macaroon in chocolate, it is combined in one cookie. I have assumed that most people love coconut and chocolate together - so...
Collecting Transportation (Transit) Tokens and Commemorative Coins is a fun hobby. There are so many types that scan many states, countries and events. These are examples of a few which you may find interesting. Boston, Massachusetts can...
Collecting coins is such a fascinating hobby because you can learn about places on the planet that you may or may not ever visit. By researching the location, you can learn so much about the people from a particular island. You might even...
Maybe you were lucky enough to be ahead of the falling stock market and pulled out your earnings early on. You were never a follower of "get rich quick" schemes, and you had the best financial advisors. Now you are reaping what you sow. You'll...
From 1871-1945, Germany was a successful empire - with land comprising 208,780 square miles. As a republic and a totalitarian state, Germany became one of the greatest powers in the world. The Empire era of Germany was 1871-1918 and its...
For many individuals and families, the expense of college can make continuing education a challenge. However, there are a variety of online colleges and universities that strive to accommodate people with low income by offering scholarships, online...
Whether you have a real interest in the design of a building, or not, it's a good idea to know the difference between a New England colonial for example, and a row house. You'll expand your topics of conversation. Maybe you're in real estate or a...
If you (or others in your household) were never fond of history class in school, this could be your opportunity to learn about new countries and the world in general, making it far more interesting than any class a professor could teach. What a...