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Lynn, Massachusetts is a city that had been down on its luck for decades. When I was a kid, we used to say “Lynn, Lynn, city of sin. You’ll never come out the way you went in.” It used to be a prosperous seaside city with an elegant, Art Deco hotel, fancy restaurants, large houses …
I was working on my post for today, but I expected to finish it when I got home from my book club dinner and meeting. My friend Laura who is a fabulous cook made a delicious and light summer dinner. Unfortunately, something didn’t agree with me, and I got home just in time, if you …
During the summer, our reading habits often switch to lighter, more fun fare. At the beach or in the backyard, I know I enjoy a juicy, fast moving story that’s suits my summer moods. Informational Links, Affiliate Links Recently, Caridad Pineiro’s novel, South Beach Love, came my way. It’s the perfect summer or warm weather …
Tonight the North Shore Horticultural Society had its first in-person meeting in almost 18 months. We had our annual picnic at lovely Tuck’s Point in Manchester-by-the-Sea. Instead of taking photos, I used my time at the “Bring Your Own Everything” dinner to chat with people I haven’t seen in a year and a half. But …
I had intended to write a review blogpost for Monday, but I am just too tired. This was a busy weekend, and time just got away from me. I Bought This, PR Sample, Affiliate Links On Friday, the weather was so-so, and I decided to spend time baking bread. I made my usual loaf of …
Informational Link Did you happen to read the article in The New York Times last week, “How Will You Look When You Emerge From the Pandemic?” The gist of the article, though you should read it, is that so many women have stopped wearing a full face of makeup during the pandemic that it seems …
Today, I visited a friend for lunch in the new apartment that she moved into just a few weeks ago. She has a wonderful flair for decorating, and I was eager to see her new home. It truly reflected her taste and interests, and it was beautiful and peaceful. I hadn’t seen her in person …
Another month is gone, and it’s time for the March 2021 Project Pan update. I Bought This, PR Sample, Affiliate Links March was an OK but not great month for me using up 8 beauty products. Here’s what I’m recycling: Bath & Body Aveeno Skin Relief Moisture Repair: This big tub of Aveeno Skin …
Hello sports fans! I doubt that I have too many fans of the New England Patriots football team as followers, but you never know. I have been following the Patriots since before Bill Belichick joined the team as manager and Tom Brady as quarterback, but I had never watched a game in person at the …
Informational Links At the end of last week, I got an email from Kathy, the editor of Finding Kathy Brown blog, asking if she could include me/Never Say Die Beauty in her feature, Over 50 Lifestyle Bloggers. Needless to say, I was delighted! Originally she wanted to include me in a new Over 40 Blogger …
Kristen Coffield, the editor of The Culinary Cure website and member of Fashion Flash, has just launched a new book that is blowing me away: How Healthy People Eat: An Eater’s Guide to Healthy Habits Here’s the blurb: This book is for anyone who has ever felt overwhelmed trying to create better eating habits and …
If you follow such things, you are probably already familiar with Pantone’s Colors of 2021. They were announced at least a month or more ago, but I was so uninspired by their choices that I ignored them. But maybe that’s just me. Pantone’s Colors of 2021 are Ultimate Gray and Illuminating: Ultimate Gray: a dull, …
I can’t think of a soul who will be sad to see 2020 go. And yet, it started out with such promise. Who expected to spend most of the year at home? Nevertheless, I can’t complain too much. I have had a decent year, spending most of it outdoors in a beautiful place. Others have …
No matter how you will be celebrating during this strange year, I wish you hope, joy and peace at Christmas! xo Allison
In November, I used up so many products that I haven’t had time to post about them. But I must get this up, perhaps with less chit chat about each one of them, because I am homing in on my end of year goal! I Bought This, PR Samples, Affiliate Links Skincare Derma E Hydrating …