Marc Piperno

The incomparable Joan Rivers was famous for uttering this line in her comedy routines. She wanted to shed light on topics that didn’t always get discussed, and share her personal views on the very same. In today’s world, it would seem very little goes unsaid in the social media epidemic we find ourselves in.

Some travelers view the prospect of being bumped off of an overbooked flight as their worst vacation nightmare. For our family, it’s an opportunity that we are thrilled to take advantage of. To us, an overbooked flight translates into the airline giving out free travel “money” to anyone that is savvy enough to be flexible about their travel plans.

On Valentine’s Day it’s not only about the flowers, chocolates and jewelry but the many ways to show appreciation for the ones you love. Whether you’re newlyweds, longtime sweethearts or just dating, get creative in planning out your day and evening. Not sure of what to do? We’ve come up with some ideas to help make this Valentine’s Day special!

This time of year can be difficult for many who find themselves socially isolated. Social isolation presents itself in many different forms. Many feel isolated due to the fact they have social anxieties; others in the midst of many, feel lonely, isolated, and not included.

Being the only girl in a houseful of boys, I try to fit anything pink into my life as much as I can. When Valentine’s Day rolls around, it’s definitely my excuse to decorate the house and bake all things pink! These Valentine’s Choco-Coco Hug Cookies are no exception.

Valentine's Day is practically here! Another reason to celebrate, eat and share your love. As I consider Valentine's Day, I decided what recipe to share with you in my next culinary article. I dream that the days and evenings are long, light and warm.

I’m a romantic. I enjoy a good romantic comedy, and you’ll often find me cooking dinner to the dreamy melody of La Vie En Rose, or just about any French jazz-inspired playlist. I love Valentine’s Day. Even when I was single, there was always something wistful about this holiday – though seldomly admitted due to the fear of seeming cliché.

A day created to celebrate and express love, Valentine’s Day is an accumulation of all the soft and sweet feelings felt for your partner. An outward display of love is the essential aspect of this holiday, as it was originally a day for secret marriages to be performed.

What do the different colors mean? Red Roses: Love, Respect, Courage, Passion White Roses:Purity, Innocence, Reverence, Worthiness Pink Roses: Happiness, Elegance, Romance, Admiration, Sweetness

Love is the most powerful emotion on Earth! It is incredibly complex and deeply layered, and yet, it can be so simple and automatic, we can feel it without much thought. Love can grow and deepen over time or it can seemingly spring upon us in an instant, as when we set eyes on a potential soulmate or a newborn child.

We were in Chicago during the New Year’s holiday for my son and now daughter-in-law’s wedding. The evening was remarkable and so was, as we dis- covered, the city.

Selling a home isn’t just putting a for-sale sign in the front yard and waiting for buyers to come make an offer. It takes expert marketing and a little elbow grease. Homeowners should start preparing for a home sale several weeks or months prior to putting their own on the market.