If you don’t know where you’re going, any road will lead you there. —Lewis Carroll Orange may be the new black, but India is saffron, indigo, marigold and emerald all rolled into one. The colors hit your senses at every turn, as does the sheer size of the crowds in the cities. India’s population…
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Starting Holidays early with Tea – it’s not just a Dickens thing
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The Bar Mitzvah is to the Jews as Confirmation is to several Christian denominations. It occurs when a Jewish boy turns thirteen, and it takes place on the first Saturday after that birthday. The Bar Mitzvah, meaning “son of the commandment,” is used to denote both the ceremony itself as well as the celebrant. The…
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Put your best foot forward, because it’s all about the first impression. Remember: You only have one shot! There are three B’s for every interview: Be prepared, be polite, and be on time. But here are 20 more specific steps to a successful interview: 1. Learn about the company you’re interviewing for. It’s easy to…
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When was the last time someone in your party asked for a separate restaurant check? Well, it’s still done every day, but it’s a pain for the servers, and some restaurants won’t do it at all. Splitting the check by each person handing over his or her credit card is much more common now,…
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As a former music major, classical music is emotionally overwhelming for me. So naturally my experience is spoiled when a performance is interrupted by a cell phone ringing or someone unwrapping candy. Fortunately, at live performances we are reminded that phones and pagers must be turned off before the concert begins. But it never hurts…
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During my term as director of protocol for the city and county of San Francisco, HRH Prince Andrew paid a visit to the city. As dictated by British protocol, I was not allowed to speak to the prince until first spoken to. This was difficult, seeing that he was coming to our city and…
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Ever feel queasy about going to an event where you don’t know other guests? Talking to strangers does not come naturally to many people, but it’s important to learn to do so. Social events are your opportunity to make new friends and business acquaintances. Here are some helpful hints for improving your skill at mingling….
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Downton Abbey, here we come. Those addicted to the PBS drama, like me, can’t help but notice that a large part of the series is centered around food. Many scenes feature formal dinners where the dress is black tie or white tie, and the Crawley family and their guests are served à l’anglaise, with…
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