Talkin’ Civility with the Democratic Club of Sarasota

A week ago, I spoke at 1350 Main Street in downtown Sarasota, as the guest of the Democratic Club of Sarasota. The turnout was fantastic — maybe 80 people, which was so great to see. And, more importantly, the people in the audience were very engaged listeners and contributed to the after-talk dialogue.

Sarasota farmers markets mean fun

My Sense and the City column this week is all the local farmers market in Sarasota. You can read it online at: Farmers markets mean fun or or pick up a free copy of TICKET at news boxes all around the city and find it on page 10E.

Love groove

Yesterday, I had a pretty sweet V-Day. I got to get up close and personal with some very hot firefighters (more on that later in the week). And, I took three hours off from work and went to the Ringling Museum. I felt a bit angry with myself as I was driving there — thinking, […]

Civility in an Uncivil World … MC Chats it Up

On Tuesday, February 22, 6:30 p.m., I’ll be giving a short talk at 1350 Main Street (Club Room — sixth floor) on “Civility in an Uncivil World.” It’s a good chance to openly dialogue on something we all seem to agree on — the need for more civility — but which we often find difficult […]

Snail Mail Your Love!

Here’s my advice about preparing for V-Day (just six days away, folks!) in my “After Hours” blog on the Sarasota Herald Tribune website …. Snail Mail Your Love!

Seduce your way to Vday

Oh, it’s not easy seducing someone … and it shouldn’t be. Get your seduction-groove on today. You’ve only got seven days to Vday. Read my tips here at Seduction shouldn’t be a lost art!

Brown Thrasher has died

My beautiful Brown Thrasher has died. I know it’s crazy to get so attached to little creatures, but I can’t help it.