Are smart phones changing our dialog?
Technology is great, but does anyone talk face to face to anyone anymore?
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Oh my gosh, have you seen this video clip? It is AMAZING! I love Louis C.K. He can articulate things in such a way that you are laughing and nodding your head at the same time.
BRILLIANT.
Are tattoos really a breakthough for Miss America?
Miss Kansas may be getting ink for her ‘ink,’ but it’s kind of disappointing
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Aaaaah, controversy for Miss America…shocker. Let me preface this article by saying that I find the entire pageant industry creepy and sexist. Although, I can vividly remember the excitement of popping popcorn and readying a “score card” with my friends...
A great smile makes all the difference
If your teeth keep you from smiling, there are options
By Dr. Stephanie McGann, DMD FAGD, Columnist, The Times
As a dentist, I am frequently asked questions about how to make teeth whiter, straighter or improve a patient’s overall smile. Based on some compelling arguments it’s no wonder that a great smile is foremost on our minds. Smiling is something that we do on a daily basis but we rarely...
Small business owners: think about your personal bottom line
Don’t forget to keep an eye on your needs, not just the business
By Bronwyn L. Martin, Columnist, The Times
If you’re a small business owner, you probably devote most of your time to making your business successful and functioning well each day. You focus on the obligations you have to customers and employees, and you surely put considerable energy into maintaining a healthy bottom line.
All...
Mosquito-spraying set for parts of Kennett
Effort is part of county initiative to reduce threat of West Nile virus
Weather permitting, the Chester County Health Department will conduct a mosquito-control treatment in portions of Kennett Square, Kennett Township and Pennsbury Township on Thursday between 8 and 11 p.m., said a department news release.
The treatment will be administered with truck-mounted spray equipment. The equipment dispenses...
County offering Worksite Wellness program
Businesses invited to sign up for 6 months of education, screening
Since most Americans spend the majority of their waking hours at work, the Chester County Health Department is encouraging county businesses, large, medium and small, to introduce a six-month start-up Worksite Wellness program.
“Bringing wellness directly to your business has the potential to benefit both employer and employee,”...
Super Six: new looks, mascara, nails and Pumpkin lattes
Ready to head into fall with new looks, new tastes
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
September 1st!
Time for the SUNDAY SUPER SIX…your little window into what is crowding my brain this month!
When the season changes, I am always itching to freshen up my look. I have been combing through pictures in magazines and on Pinterest and Instagram for inspiration. I’m thinking choppy layers...
Back to school then and now
The thrill is gone at the start of the year with older kids, now
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
BACK TO SCHOOL: THEN (meaning 5 years ago) vs. NOW
THEN-
Brand new backpack (ordered WEEKS in advance) with coordinating lunchbox (and superhero thermos) containing things like carrot sticks, goldfish crackers and a love note from Mommy!
NOW-
Backpack from last year (ripped and tattered....
Phillip Lim is lighting up Target for me
Designer’s collection coming to Target in September, I can’t wait
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
If you are a regular follower of “Read My Lip Gloss,” you may remember my excitement over the Missoni Collection for Target back in 2011. I raced to the store and purchased a few goodies that I still treasure today.
Well, buckle your seatbelts ladies and gentlemen!!!! (Are...
The only thing that spoils the shore: the boardwalk
Why they must ruin a perfectly good beach with these wooden monstrosities is beyond me
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
The beach is one of my very favorite places to relax. I am perfectly content with my chair, some sunscreen and a good book. My children love the ocean and are (relatively) self-sufficient now that they are older. I really prefer to park the car and not get in it again...
