What To Do: Winterthur’s Point To Point
Also: Ideas for a fun day with Mom
By Denny Dyroff, Staff Writer, The Times
Without a doubt, there will be a bustle of activity this weekend at Winterthur” (Route 52, Wilmington, Delaware, 302-888-4600, www.winterthur.org) with the climax being the Winterthur Point-to-Point Races — an event that has become one of premier attractions in the Brandywine Valley each year.
This year’s 38th...
May Day! Time for a new Super Six
Six great options to consider for Mothers Day
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Hey! Sorry that I missed contributing my weekly article last Sunday (did you even notice?!?…please, say yes) but my last big semester in grad school is wrapping up and I have been absolutely MISERABLE and overwhelmed. Thankfully, there is a light at the end of the tunnel (that I’m keeping my fingers...
A mother’s note to her sons on Mothers Day
Reflections on raising two teen boys, the fears, the joys
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
My dearest sons,
Even though everyday is a joy with you little cherubs, I wanted to take the opportunity to tell you just how much you have changed my life for the better.
The funny thing about parenthood (that no one tells you in advance) is how hard it is, ALL THE TIME. Not necessarily hard...
Inside the tailgating competition at Willowdale
English Country Afternoon theme offers stunning displays
By Cathy Branciaroli, Special To The Times
First place winners Jennifer and Jonathan Bordelon’s display featured hearty food and a place to lounge at the end of the hunt, during Sunday’s Willowdale Steeplechase tailgating competition.
EAST MARLBOROUGH — Tailgating has been a part of the Willowdale Steeplechase tradition since...
A special poem in honor of Mothers Day
A happy Mothers Day to all!
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Editor’s Note: Our Kelly Hockenberry takes a break from her usual prose style and shares her obvious skills as a poet and this week, diverts a bit from her usual column in honor of Mothers Day. To all of the the moms out there — especially those nearest and dearest to The Times family, we wish a very happy Mothers...
Lessons learned from mom
Words of wisdom from my mom end up coming out of my mouth…
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times
Mothering is part instinct, part learned behavior. This much we know is true. I have, on countless occasions, become so much like MY mother, we are almost indistinguishable. It doesn’t help that we walk, talk and look the same. Now, I find myself repeating verbatim her words of...
Some lasting gifts for Mothers Day
Flowers, breakfast in bed are nice, but fashion is forever
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, KennettTimes.com
Aaaaah, Mother’s Day. The sun is shining, the birds are chirping. You are trying to relax.
As you read this, do you smell burnt toast wafting from the kitchen? Can you hear the clanging of 40 (or so) pots and pans being thrown into the sink (heaven forbid loaded into the dishwasher...
Willowdale: an event to dress for
While some are there for the horses, many come to make fashion statements
By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, KennettTimes.com
I have always loved the fanciness of the Kentucky Derby. While I have never had the occasion to attend, lucky for us, Unionville, PA is located in the heart of horse country, as well! Rolling hills and Ireland green pastures provide a picture perfect backdrop for the annual...