Archive for December, 2011
Merry Christmas!
Posted by Irene Turner in Holidays on December 22, 2011
As we fast approach the Christmas Week-end, I am wishing you all the spirit of the season now, and, throughout the new year…
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Happy Hanukah
Posted by Irene Turner in Holidays on December 20, 2011
Chanukah commemorates a spiritual battle.The Greeks fought to make Judaism a culture and void of G-dliness.Lighting the menorah is our battle emblem – the victory of light over darkness.-oneinfocus.org Continue reading “Happy Hanukah” »
Why Beauty Matters
Posted by Irene Turner in Inspiration on December 15, 2011

Pluto and Proserpina marble statue:1622 by Gian Lorenzo Bernini-image courtesy of Healthy is the New Skinny
Through Beauty we are brought into the sacred. E.Kant
I LOVE beauty…just in case you weren’t sure.
I truly believes that beauty uplifts us and brings us great joy. Recently I found this BBC documentary by Robert Scruton on YouTube that speaks to why beauty matters in our lives. It is a must see documentary. Continue reading “Why Beauty Matters” »
Apple Arrives at Grand Central
Posted by Irene Turner in Inspiration, Product/Trend Alert! on December 13, 2011
Yes, I’ll admit it, at heart I’m still a New York Girl. I LOVE that city. I think what I love the most about it is that it’s constantly changing. Never more apparent then with the advent of an Apple store in the historic Grand Central Station!
Opening to the public this past Friday, December 9, 2011, this mega-apple-store is located behind the east and northeast balconies, overlooking the main concourse. It offers three Genius bars, 15 minute express workshops, and dedicated rooms where people can set up new devices and learn how to operate them. Continue reading “Apple Arrives at Grand Central” »
10 Simple Ways to Decorate for Christmas-via Santa Rosa Interior Design
Posted by Irene Turner in Holidays on December 8, 2011
After the last few years of economic trials and tribulations we are all looking for ways to slow down, simplify and reduce our overhead. So this holiday season, whether you are tired of putting up elaborate Christmas decor, have budget constraints or simply want to make life easier, here are 10 tips to decorate for the Christmas holidays with existing ornaments and gifts from nature!

Greens and natures gifts from a walk in the country, or your local tree lot-via sjarmerendejul blogspot
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