Category Archives: Protocol and Etiquette

We are family!

Posted on January 9, 2018 by Poisematters

We ARE Family! Aren’t we? Times change, manners change – however the need to pass important items down to the next generation never changes. Celebrations typically have one thing in common; they gather people who are related in some way … Continue reading →

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A well planned wedding

Posted on October 28, 2016 by Poisematters

It does not matter the color scheme….. It does not matter what is served for dinner…. What does matter is the love between the bride and the groom – three weeks ago my son married the woman of his dreams. … Continue reading →

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Life evolves

Posted on June 29, 2016 by Poisematters

One of my most proudest moments is when my son, Cameron graduated from UCLA in 2006. Continue reading →

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Family Wedding – July 2015

Posted on July 27, 2015 by Poisematters

Two weeks ago – my brother, Gary married his beautiful bride, Cindy. What a blessed event, they both overcame obstacles and found a way to be happily ever after. After spending one week in Costa Rica relaxing – they are home … Continue reading →

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Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts – Orlando, Florida

Posted on March 15, 2015 by Poisematters

 Last Wednesday while spending time with my colleague in Florida on a business trip she invited me to experience some of the local theater there in Orlando. The show was “Motown the Musical” with over 50 classical hits such … Continue reading →

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Seven ways to be a good Guest

Posted on December 29, 2014 by Poisematters

With Christmas and Chanukah now over with for this year – we are all facing our next holiday of New Years Eve and New Years Day. Be considerate and most of all be a good guest and show respect to … Continue reading →

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Make someone happy

Posted on November 26, 2014 by Poisematters

This weekend – I told my Husband I would go with him to TWO football games. UCLA vs Stanford on Friday and we will tailgate. He also wants to see USC vs Notre Dame on Saturday, I said okay. He … Continue reading →

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Photo of the day

Posted on October 7, 2014 by Poisematters

Over the weekend my husband and I went to the UCLA football game against Utah at the Rose Bowl. It was a warm sunny day and we walked towards the stadium, we heard a gentleman yell out, “Coach D”! We … Continue reading →

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Role Models, Values and Relationships

Posted on June 9, 2014 by Poisematters

Few of us have role models or leaders we look up to; but today I was re-united with a former co-worker and friend and my ultimate role model. We have something unique in common we both performed the same job … Continue reading →

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Sharing images

Posted on May 28, 2014 by Poisematters

The year was 1984, the summer Olympics were being hosted in Southern California. HRH Princess Anne came to Disneyland for an official tour, I was the lucky one to spend the day with her.

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