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Christmas at Westbury House

A visit to the Old Westbury Gardens was the perfect respite after a grueling work week.…
Sagamore Hill

Sagamore Hill is located in the picturesque village of Oyster Bay on Long Island. It served…
Angel Hair Pasta withTomatoes & Olives

I could eat pasta every day of the year. With so many ways to prepare it,…
Westchester in Repose

Some of my favorite cemeteries are located in New York’s Westchester County. They are cemeteries I…
How Are You Managing Your Cholesterol Levels?

Two years ago, after my annual physical, I learned that my cholesterol was elevated. This came…
Westchester Hills Cemetery

Several cemeteries are located in the small, but picturesque, village of Hastings-on-Hudson in New York’s Westchester…
My Favorite Cemetery Travel Books

Autumn. A time for pumpkin picking, hayrides, apple cider – and exploring cemeteries. There’s an energizing crispness…
This is What 65 Looks Like

This summer I turned 65, and it took me by surprise. I’m officially a senior citizen…
Modeling After 60 – Is It For You?

In 2006, I was part of a modeling shoot for the now-defunct MORE magazine, the first magazine geared…
Me llamo Neuva York

A few years back, I got a call from Francesc Peirón, a journalist at La Vanguardia,…
What Happens To Cremated Remains Thereafter?

When a New York funeral home closed its door a few years ago, it found itself…
Remember These 8 Useful Tips After a Loved One Dies

After a loved one dies and the funeral is over, you may think the worst is…