Monthly Archives: July 2026

VINYL, VELOUR, AND THE FEELING OF HOME

Posted on July 29, 2026 by KAREN SGAMBATI

“We didn’t realize we were making memories, we just knew we were having fun.” (Anonymous) We all have a decade that lives inside us. Mine wears bell bottoms and velour, smells faintly of Charlie perfume, and sounds like the soft … Continue reading →

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THE DEPARTURE LOUNGE

Posted on July 23, 2026 by KAREN SGAMBATI

“It is impossible to experience one’s death objectively and still carry a tune.” (Woody Allen) I knew I shouldn’t have answered it, but my ego hijacked the keyboard before better judgment had a chance.  It was late, and I was … Continue reading →

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THE ROMANCE RETIREMENT PLAN

Posted on July 20, 2026 by KAREN SGAMBATI

Cupid may want to update his mailing list. A growing number of the 50+ crowd have quietly disconnected the doorbell, drawn the curtains, and stopped answering his calls. Today’s autumnal set seems to be retiring from romance at the same … Continue reading →

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THE GOLD INSIDE THE DETOUR

Posted on July 12, 2026 by KAREN SGAMBATI

“Sometimes good things fall apart so better things can fall together.” (Marilyn Monroe) The other evening, I watched Solo Mio, a delightful comedy starring Kevin James as a groom who travels to Italy for his destination wedding only to be … Continue reading →

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A LOVE LETTER TO ORDINARY DAYS

Posted on July 4, 2026 by KAREN SGAMBATI

What if the happiest days of our lives aren’t the extraordinary ones at all? As a child, I couldn’t wait to grow up. I longed to be part of a world that hustled and bustled, where adulthood promised milestones, meaningful … Continue reading →

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