Portrait Artist Michael Shane Neal doesn’t fly under the radar. If you’re walking down the streets of New York with him, he’ll wear a bowler hat with his pin striped suit. In Scotland, he’ll don the tartan of his clan….
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Which of these statements is more true: 1. It is most important to feel content with who you are. 2. It is most important to be growing and improving as a person. For the purposes of this thought experiment, you…
The “Best Books of 2015” lists are a great resource, of course! There are just so many, lists upon lists. Here are the top five that I’ve enjoyed and found useful: #1: The New York Times Top 10 Books of 2015 This is the…
With great pleasure I share the last installment of Bacon readers’ top picks for 2015! It’s not too late to get these books wrapped and under the tree… and it’s always a good time to treat yourself to a great read!…
My friend Elizabeth Colton Walls can be counted on for exceptionally good recommendations, and today she regales us with reviews of four top biographies. From Elizabeth: Every life has a story, but let’s face it, some lives are more interesting than…
I recently enjoyed every moist, buttery crumble of the Best Scone of My Entire Life at Nashville’s new Dozen Bakery, located down by Fort Negley. I chose the pear rosemary, though I was tempted by the cornmeal cherry. I bought a…
I’m in awe of the lovely gift Kate McKinnie gave her mother last Christmas. This gift isn’t limited to Christmas or Moms, and I am so happy to share her idea with you today. From Kate: Last Christmas, I had a…
My friend Delaney Gray is just the right person to review Chrissie Hynde’s new memoir Reckless: My Life as Pretender. Delaney is a creative, generous spirit who’s been tuned in to the musical scene for a long time. You might…
I hope you’ll enjoy today’s intriguing selections from some of the most wonderful readers and writers I know. Here we go! NONFICTION: From Dara Russell: What do you think of when you hear the name “Vanderbilt?” Vanderbilt University? The lavish Biltmore House?…