The Forte Towers Complaints Department

Was this story really true? Does it matter? Remembering and yearning for a simpler time— when children had a sense of peace, the cloak of a loving family and the comfort of assurance that comes along with that. By Beth Kalet.

Feeling Sure: I’M COOKED!

But instead, another reason for us to feel grateful. It’s so important to support our local businesses… just the way they support us!! Giving thanks for Flying Point Appliance Repair Saving the Day!

Gram's rule: NO phones turned on.

Ah, the joys of interacting with our grandchildren… with no devices. “I think we had a good time.” A Life Short by Lynda Bernard.

A Charming Account of Coming of Age.

Growing up, “I feared each thunderstorm was the beginning of my eventual march to hell for all of my unknown misdeeds.” By Angela Rieck.

Who Ever Said Life Would be Easy?

Some of Lynda Bernard’s favorite “little wisdoms” that help her make it through the day.

Change.

An aversion to change has potential to result in missed opportunities. A Life Short and lesson by Lynda Bernard.

Mahjong. The Resurgence.

Capturing Hearts Near and Far! Remember that scene in Crazy Rich Asians? It was so meaningful, so poignant. Mahjong is not just for grandmas. By Angela Rieck.

Take at Your Own Peril.

Lessons in Marriage. A discussion of, “Is My Husband a Doormat? How a personality test changed our marriage.” Good stuff! By Sandra Novick.

A Bit of a Ramble About Hummingbirds.

A life ramble kind of story about what happened this year with the hummingbirds on our deck. Yes! We have hummingbirds here in Sag Harbor every year! What it means and what not. By Sandra Novick.

Imagining…

I can’t help but imagine what life would have been if he had not died. It was long ago and like yesterday at the same time. By Angela Rieck.

The Sounds and Scents of the Seasons.

“Each season has its own scent and soundtrack. I can close my eyes, ignore the temperature and know what season it is by these sounds and the scents.” By Angela Rieck.

Most Important Relationships

Going back to the earliest times, women depend on their relationships with their closest friends. “Girlfriends are essential when life goes sideways.” By Angela Rieck.