alexandra kathryn mosca
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A Winter Cologne Called Changing Constance
My most recent article for the popular website Sixty and Me was about winter scents. I have several tried-and-true favorites. Still, my research opened a new world of winter fragrances. For purposes of the article, I needed to settle upon ten. But one that didn’t make the list intrigued me; you can read about it…
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Christmas at Westbury House
A visit to the Old Westbury Gardens was the perfect respite after a grueling work week. At this time of year, the former Phipps family mansion is transformed. Rooms are adorned with poinsettias, ornaments and evergreen, making it the perfect backdrop for a self-guided tour. I’ve toured the house numerous times in the spring and…
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Shopping for Unique and Fun Gifts at the Mall
This week I enjoyed a relaxed afternoon browsing my favorite stores at my local mall in search of one-of-a-kind gifts. The stores didn’t disappoint. There were games, colognes, books, shoes—even stuffed animals. So many of these items captured my attention, and I’m excited to share what I purchased here with you. The Wine Game Murder…
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Black Friday Shopping Deals: A Guide to Scoring the Best Discounts
Black Friday has been going on all week at some of my favorite retailers. But the official day is today, the day after Thanksgiving. Black Friday is known for its incredible shopping deals and massive discounts across a wide range of products. This year, retailers are pulling out all the stops to attract shoppers with…
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Reflecting on Gratitude: Thanksgiving Day Thoughts
It feels like it was only yesterday that we celebrated Halloween, and now here it is Thanksgiving. Despite the busyness of the month, today I am taking time to reflect on all that I have to be grateful for. On Thanksgiving, I welcome traditions like watching the parade, a tradition I have enjoyed since childhood.…
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Cozy and Festive Winter Drinks
After a beautiful and temperate fall, a cold front has descended upon New York. After getting home from a howling wind, I needed something to warm up. My go-to drink on cold afternoons is a steaming cup of tea. Chai is one of my favorites. The cold snap made me think about other warming drinks.…