September’s Tablescape – The African Queen BY PAT BURNS Some of us have been fortunate enough to visit Africa and experience wild animals roaming freely, its enormous vistas, picturesque plains,
BY PAT BURNS Longer days and warmer nights are just two of the more pleasant highlights we’re able to enjoy during summertime. Perfect for entertaining. And … nothing says summertime
Kaboom! Celebrating Independence Day in Style BY PAT BURNS Celebrating the 4th of July is one of the summer’s utmost fun times. In 2020, extravagant fireworks and neighborhood parades were
Hey Y’all, It’s Father’s Day. Yee-haw! For many families Mother’s Day celebration generally includes a fancy brunch where endless mimosas are poured. Maybe even champagne! So what is it Dads
Holy Guacamole! A Cinco de Mayo Tablescape BY PAT BURNS When it’s time for a fun gathering of friends, nothing says fun like chips, salsa, and tacos! And, if you
Tablescaping: Move Over Martha BY PAT BURNS Since the beginning of time artists have provided not only beauty and enjoyment to our tedious lives – art has provided us a
A Concerto…Is A Heartwarming Gift to Give Yourself BY PAT BURNS If you’ve got 13 minutes and would like to be moved by an inspiring true story, I would recommend
To ZOOM or Not to ZOOM? That is the question. BY PAT BURNS Shakespeare’s opening phrase of a soliloquy given by Prince Hamlet in the so-called “nunnery scene” could apply
BY PAT BURNS From Russia With Love There’s been plenty of media coverage around questionable behavior coming from Russia. It’s also fair to say, there are many good things that
Ending Disease film review for GRAND MAGAZINE By Pat Burns Ending Disease is an important film featuring scientists, doctors, and lawmakers who are committed to working towards a cure using stem
RBG – It’s more than a collar…it’s a rite of passage BY PAT BURNS With tween and teen girls’ thoughts ranging from today’s distanced learning to restricted afterschool sports activities,
Score One for Grammy BY PAT BURNS aka Grammy Ever since my 11-year old granddaughter became an avid reader, it’s become slightly problematic spending time with her. Rather than anything
Newport Beach Film Fest: For Film Aficionados and Popcorn Lovers By Pat Burns Maybe you’re like me. I find there’s something special about giving my friends an insider scoop on
The World Peace Flame is a universal symbol for global peace and unity, dedicated to achieving peace through a process of education and the practical support of grassroots peace initiatives.
BY PAT BURNS Looking for a resorts that caters to all generations? Situated just outside of Cancun, Mexico the Riviera Maya, Caribbean Coast has become one of the world’s most
By Pat Burns With the title Love. Period. you’d be tempted to think nothing’s left to be said? Nothing more to it, right? That couldn’t be further from the truth.
By Pat Burns – GRAND Magazine Film Reviewer On a sunny, Sunday morning in Malibu I met first-time director Scott Ehrlich; Scott Grimes, who played the lead role, and their
By Pat Burns – film reviewer for GRAND Magazine Quoting Ben Franklin, Beer is proof that God loves us and wants us to be happy.” Having said that, I think
By Pat Burns, Regional Editor, GRAND Magazine The story of my precious grandson Zeke’s adoption from Ethiopia is a tale of longing and love. My daughter, Jennifer, and her husband,
By Pat Burns – Grand Magazine film reporter How many times have you ever said those words? Maybe it was someone coming in the door. Or calls you on the