SEEMS WE ARE ALL PUMPKIN HEADS THESE DAYS....

Take your Pumpkin Pick….We have gone Bananas over Pumpkin…. Pumpkin Muffins, Pumpkin Cake, Pumpkin Coffee, Pumpkin Pie, Pumpkin Beauty Scrub, Pumpkin Lipstick, Pumpkin Bagels, and these days Pumpkin Beer!

When I recently visited my mom she poured me her seasonal favorite… Shipyard Pumpkin head Ale. She carefully rimmed the glass with cinnamon and sugar and it was truly remarkable. I don’t know if it was just being happy to see my mother, the fact that the ocean was crackling outside her door, or the fact that I just love the (to me) BIG TREAT of a seasonal ale, but the swirling of the spices was sublime!

 As much as I enjoyed my mom’s beer I had to go out on a quest for the perfect pumpkin ale (so you don’t have to). Now, I will say the best are the ones you get right at the micro-breweries. But, for the next best thing, in your own home, I would suggest any of the above. Shipyard, Post Road, Smutty Nose, and Pumple Drumkin… All Pumpkin Ales. These Beers have even been recommended by top chefs and local beer guys. I am not a beer expert, so I can’t explain all the flavors or say things like “biscuty” or traces of vanilla, but I can simply say, they taste really good. Rim your glass with some cinnamon and sugar, or, as my little sister just mentioned….with caramel too. Oh La La.

Of course we drink responsibly here at Ageless with Aunty. And speaking of our beloved late Aunty. She loved pumpkins too and drew this one in October of 2006. As we sat together enjoying our pumpkin coffee, she sketched it out quickly and colored it in. There was only one piece of sketch paper and it had some markings (a little monkey)on it already (as you can see the black in the middle) so Aunty didn’t want to draw over it. I convinced her to just draw around it. And she did. I must say, if you take away the monkey in the middle, and the fact that Aunty really never drew in her life,  Auntys' is the prettiest and happiest pumpkin I have ever seen! Aunty went on to do some impressive drawings even later in life which I will unveil here at Ageless soon. For all my new subscribers, Aunty was a happy, extraordinary, and perfectly selfless human being. She lives on here at Ageless and inspires us all. Just scroll around to see.

Happy Pumpkin sipping….Enjoy this fabulous crispy season….here in New England it’s simply perfect “this time of year.”

THE BIG SECRET...

Getting Closer to My Dreams....

 

What action are you taking to bring yourself closer to what you really want in life? Some of us have simple dreams and are content with what we have. We count our blessings and are glad to be alive (especially on a day like this). Then there are those of us who want even more and Dream Big! I am in the latter camp. I have always been an over-the-top dreamer. And, I am glad to say that I finally figured out a way to achieve what I want. Its’ called hard work, focus, confidence, and believing. With guts, determination and vision I am CONSISTENTLY working towards my goal (which these days is to develop my BRAND…..an empowering brand like nothing you have ever seen or heard before). I pretty much work 24/7 (because even in my sleep I am envisioning all this). And, with the accumulation of hard work you start to shed old skin and feel really good. Sometimes, putting in all these long hours towards a dream makes me giddy with anticipation.

 

with the president of the Inventors

Association of New England

Everything has changed. I decided things would have to be different and they are. I decided that I would stay focused no matter what, and, I am! I decided that I have the confidence to proceed in what can often be a tough business world, and now I do. It feels empowering. All I did was make that simple decision and then stay focused on it. When you do that the world around you gets the message and everything starts to line up. Even the right people start showing up.

Working towards a dream is fully living. I am no longer going through the motions on auto pilot.

at MIT

at Harvard

 

All of you out there in Ageless Land who have a dream, a goal, or something you really want to bring to fruition….just tell yourself every single day NO MATTER WHAT, that you can do it. If you stay Consistent, before you know it your life starts to blossom and transcends on to a new level. It’s kind of miraculous. And it’s all within you to take action at any given moment. We are a lot more magical then we think we are….. And so is the world around us.  The Big Secret (for those of you who really do want to get from A to Z) is staying Consistent and Focused!

 

Party of the Year!

I want to tell you about one of the Best Parties in Boston.  Each year about this time the organization Helping Hands Monkey Helpers throws their fund raiser. It’s truly fabulous. The food featured is by some of the best chefs/restaurants in Boston. They all get together to participate in what has become one of the stellar events this city has to offer.

Ever since I met David Sedaris (yes, the David Sedaris) at one of their events, I have been a volunteer. I can walk, and move about all day long any way I’d like. But there are those who are confined to a wheel-chair or disabled with spinal cord injuries. These monkey helpers (actual capuchin monkeys) make a difference in their lives. The lovely little creatures help them with daily activities like opening doors, switching the lights off and on, and even turning the pages of a book. I feel supporting this organization is a good thing to do. And the money raised goes to sending the Monkey’s to the Monkey College so they can learn how to help their recipients.

This Saturday September 28^th is the event. It runs from 6-9 at the WGBH Studios.  You might see some of Boston’s best party people while enjoying live music and a superb a wine tasting bar and spirited cocktails! It’s quite a scene.

Please join us. I promise you will have a wonderful evening. And, as you stroll about the event you will be helping those who can’t.

Just hit the link below for more info. And, if you already have plans you can still contribute and participate in the live auction. You won’t believe how much fun some of the items are. Take a peek now and see for yourself. Thank you in advance for those of you who can make it and to those of you who contribute online.

 http://www.monkeyhelpers.org/

 

 

I'M IN LOVE, I'M IN LOVE, AND I DON'T CARE WHO KNOWS IT!

My baby grandniece I call Pipsqueak

 

There is no greater feeling on earth or in the Universe than L-O-V-E!  When you love someone it takes you outside of yourself. You are in a realm of wonder and of awe. You are in the ultimate state of being.

I would like to say here before the entire world, or at least the World Wide Web, that my greatest gift in life is my ability to LOVE! As a human being I am by no means perfect. But, I keep an open and flowing heart. I remain deeply grateful for my ability to continually give infinite amounts of love.

Because of this I can transcend many things…even loss, betrayal, blame. Love is like a pair of stilts. It literally takes you above it all. What a great place to be. Your view of the world is even better!

When you meditate, or just stop to breathe and pause, you can feel the love around you. It’s always there. That indomitable force all over the heavens, and earth, the galaxies and the solar systems is always present. We all are born with the ability to give and receive love. So, whomever and whatever you love, pay special attention to, by doing so you create even more love. It’s an infinite system and never runs out. We are lucky….we are living fully when we let love in and give it back. What else are we here for really?! Besides, as a perk….Natural highs are the best aren’t they?!

Looking at the picture above and below almost makes me ecstatic. I wholeheartedly adore my new baby grandniece and my late Great Aunty…..just two simple pictures flowing with the energy we call L-O-V-E! Its so good and so easy to spread.

And, nothing is more Ageless than being in alignment with all the good energy around us!

*Special Bonus for those who follow Ageless with Aunty....our precious, and now heavenly Aunty, keeps sending more and more love from above.....*

She says: Feel My Love Now!

I'M JUST WILD ABOUT HARRY....

Here's to an Endless Summer...

I tried rounding up the gang again for another night at Tanglewood. It was short notice so not everyone was available. One friend had to take her daughter back to college. Another friend was headed for Cape Cod. And, another had just left for California. But, of course I couldn’t let that stop me. It’s still summer and live music is my passion. I hadn’t seen Harry Connick Jr. before. And I knew Tanglewood, with its perfect acoustics would host him just fine. Two dear friends heeded the call and joined me. We packed the “Bliss Martini Mix” and headed west.  And now all I can say is what a night!

 

Can't you hear the magic...

cozy up before the show

 

We had our lawn party. And you haven’t lived until you spread a blanket out, open some wine, sit by loved ones, and are serenaded with live music! We sipped rose-petal  cocktails and munched on cheese and crackers. We raised our glasses to endless summer fun! Just as we settled in they announced a severe thunder storm was headed our way. No problem…I made a mad dash under the shed and managed to get three seats and enjoyed the show. Harry was sensational. What an entertainer. He really has heart.  He’s great on the eyes too. And, did I mention he can sing. I appreciated his big band and all the New Orleans music. He also crooned  some classics like The Way You Look Tonight and On a Clear Day.  One of my friends raved, “I am so glad you invited me. What a perfect summer night.”

I hope some of you reading this remember some of my posts about how much fun it is at Tanglewood.  It’s worth any effort to get there. I was in my glee…and so were my pals and everyone else who came out to see and hear Harry in the rain.