Inheritance
Trust, In Funds And Otherwise
I inherited my first slice of our fading family fortunes at 21. I remember sitting with my father in the sunroom. The rattan furniture was
May 18, 2011
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Year: 2011
The Artsy Cousin Explains It All For Us*
How many Artsy Cousins out there read along and, in a kindly sort of way, wince when I approximate your style? Come on, ‘fess up.
May 16, 2011
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Raptures
The Bodhisattva “Get Out Of Jail Free” Card, Or, Saturday Morning at 8:43am
A week ago today, at the end of that night, I went to find my brother and his new wife to say goodbye. They pulled
May 14, 2011
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Interesting brands
The Many Joys Of A Classic Shirtdress
So let’s talk shirtdresses, my friends. Many pieces can be called shirtdresses, perhaps not in the best of faith. Search online, and you’ll get some
May 12, 2011
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LPC Is At Hank and Lucy Today
Today I am at Hank and Lucy. Actually I was there yesterday, but too bleary-eyed from weddings and families to really notice. Hank and Lucy
May 10, 2011
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Weddings
The Flowers Were Spectacular, And Some Other Stuff
The wedding was wonderful. Thursday night my mother and stepfather hosted dinner at the Foreign Cinema in San Francisco. Just immediate family, about 25 people.
May 9, 2011
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Weddings
Ithaca, Or, Saturday Morning at 6:59am
Thursday my mother and stepfather hosted a dinner for immediate families, at the Foreign Cinema restaurant in San Francisco. The setting and flowers were gorgeous.
May 7, 2011
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The Privilege[d] Bumper Sticker. Yes. That’s What I Said.
A couple of weeks ago I received an email from Megan at BuildaSign.com. This happens. Somewhere there’s a big database of bloggers and company marketing
May 5, 2011
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How Not To Wear Bruce Springsteen To Brunch
I’ve had a few inquiries about retirement wardrobes. As it turns out, dressing for the office is one thing, dressing for retirement, quite another. I
May 4, 2011
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Interesting brands
Finding The Last Few Accessories For A Special Event
I’m done. Here are the last two items I’ve picked up for my brother’s wedding. An Alexis Bittar cuff, purchased during the week he gave
May 2, 2011
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And The Little Children Were So Cute, Or, Saturday Morning at 7:45am
A few passing thoughts on the Royal Wedding. I found the dress boring. I couldn’t help but think that Mr. McQueen, had he been able
April 30, 2011
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Jewelry
A Couple Of Ways To Wear Estate Jewelry For Your Wedding
My brother gets married next month. True to High WASP form, he gave his fiancée a family ring when they got engaged. In fact, the
April 28, 2011
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