Concierge Service

In this fast paced crazy world we live in - would it not be terrific to feel like you too are a star! When you visit top-drawer hotels - actually use the concierge service next time.
I remember years ago arriving in Montreal ( one of my better trip- suite at the Ritz!) at any rate- I needed help : I had a broken nail, needed dinner reservations for the Saturday coming and knew nothing about the city-- This man- knowing what is important- had me a nail appointment within 20 minutes and three fine places for me to choose for saturay dinner when I returned from getting my nail fixed- oh an also a hair appointment!
Yupppers- I felt like a princess- so next time you travel =use the hotel's service- it is free!
Also, many cities no have companies that provide the same sort of service to busy folks- don't know the best florist for you- restuarants, need tickets to a play- simply google your city and personal services and you can feel like you have 'people'.... and it can ease some of the social gitters!

Bread and drink at Dinner

I have been at far too many lunches and dinners and noticed way too many women do not know which is their bread plate and use theirs neighbours instead.... causing confusion around the table and leaving someone looking and feeling --well rather stupid.
(If this happens to you- best be discreet and ask the wait staff to bring you another plate- or simply do not have a bun--- better for your 'buns' to pass on the bread buffet anyway.
This is very simple and should be taught in kindergarten-- as even they will remember.
Take your left hand and curl your forefinger and thumb togethere and straighten out your remaining fingers, now do the the same on your right hand.... voila!
Your left hand looks like a "B"= bread hand
Your right hand looks like a "D"- drink hand-
so now you will always remember which is your bread plate and which glass of water/wine is for you!

Trays for tea, drinks and nibbles

There is one terrific way to always impress and that is the use of a tray!
Simple- easy to find-- second hand stores, vintage shops, box stores and yes I am sure even Tiffany's still sells trays.
What a lovely way to present tea, martinis or simple petite-fours to your guests- or yourself.
Indulge in elegance!

Disgusting!

Okay- I just 'got lucky'... I got to see my neighbour-- in all his overweight glory-- pushing around the lawnmower with no shirt on- his shorts hanging dangerously close to plumber status!
Plus--- he seemed proud as punch-- what is it with men who think we want to see their hairy, fat stomachs, and backs? Then it is these same men- who compare and complain about women gaining a pound or two!
Yukkkky! Guys come on-=== you give us women a hard time for not covering up when we should- could you please either lose the weight, keep your clothes on == or stay in the backyard like that!

Signature Gift

Create a signature gift that you become 'famous' for. I have one friend that is famous for her Lemon Load cake--- and her shortbread at Christmas. She insists you may only bake when you feel love- as it comes through in the baking......
If you are not such a baker- store some fabulous scented soaps for quick and easy wrapping, a special ice wine- mixings for a custom martini comlete with shaker- what ever say "You" to your friends!
Just think of all the extra invites you will get!