Woman's World July 18, 2022

Toast to summer! Savor summer flavors today with a frozen daiquiri! This easy-to-make recipe created by the mixologists in the Woman’s World test kitchen puts a fruity spin on the classic drink by incorporating frozen mango and raspberries for a delightfully sweet taste. To make a Mango Daiquiri: Pour 2 oz. of white rum, 2 oz. of simple syrup, 21⁄2 oz. of pureed frozen mangos, 1⁄4 cup of raspberries and the juice from half a lemon into a blender. Blend until smooth; pour into glass. If desired, garnish with a lime slice and herbs. Makes 1 drink RIDDLE OF THE WEEK Making scents I’m tall when I’m young, and I’m short when I’m old. What am I? Answer in lower-right corner MONDAY, JULY 18 WORLD LISTENING DAY Instant aah! The creators of this holiday encourage us to slow down…

MUSIC Feel your spirit soar with Tamela Mann’s Overcomer! Discover the beauty of faith, strength and purpose with gospel music superstar Tamela Mann on her new deluxe edition of her hit 2021 album, Overcomer, on sale July 22. The special record features live renditions of fan favorites, including “He Did It for Me,” “Finished” and “Final Answer,” along with collaborations on “Superheroes Prayer,” featuring Yolanda Adams, and “Hello God,” with Wyclef Jean and Kirk Franklin. FREEVEE Fall head over heels with Love Accidentally! Jump into this romantic series about Alexa and Jason, who are competing for a senior position at an advertising firm. When each of their significant others breaks up with them, Alexa thinks she’s confiding in a friend, but sends a “broken heart” text to Jason by mistake. The two spark a phone-only…

When Harry Met Sally was released in 1989, and producer Rob Reiner had a contest with the crew that whomever’s movie title idea was picked won a case of champagne. Breyers creator William A. Breyer registered for a trademark in 1921, after selling ice cream in his kitchen. “I’m Sorry” by Brenda Lee hit #1 on July 18, 1960, and stayed at the top of the charts for three weeks. Disneyland was opened by Walt Disney in 1955. It’s the only park built under his direct supervision. Bert and Ernie first appeared in 1969 on Sesame Street. The idea behind their characters is that opposite people can still be best friends.…

Fiction HISTORICAL FICTION A Dress of Violet Taffeta by Tessa Arlen Readers are transported to 1893 in this sumptuous true story of fashion icon Lucy, Lady Duff-Gordon, who made a name for herself in the Belle Époque era. When Lucy is deserted by her husband, she turns to her art and fashion design as a way to make a living to support herself and her young daughter. In 1912, her world changes again after she survives the sinking of the Titanic. The emotional tale of a trailblazing fashion icon. ROMANCE Honey and Spice by Bolu Babalola Filled with lovable characters, hilarious moments and sizzling banter, this rom-com stars Kiki Banjo, host of the popular radio show Brown Sugar. But when Kiki kisses Malakai Koredo, who she publicly denounced on air, she finds her show on the brink of…

Oh my gosh!” Sarah Kleinhans exclaimed when she took the last item out of the moving box. Her dad, Chad Clarke, had recently passed away, and Sarah, then 21 years old, was helping her mom, Gloria, downsize into a St. Augustine, Florida, condo, when she discovered her adoption paperwork. And there was more—a bank envelope holding a pair of lockets with baby pictures of Sarah and her half-brother…and their birth mom! “You and your brother were wearing them when you got off the plane from Korea,” Gloria said when Sarah showed her the tiny treasures. “Your dad put them in the safety deposit box. I all but forgot about them.” Being adopted had never been an issue for Sarah. She had a happy life, one filled with love. But now she had her…

1 Keep jewelry safe with fabric bags! Clean jewels using a damp lint-free cloth and mild dish detergent, then pat dry. Store each piece—pearls, diamonds, gold and silver—in its own fabric bag in a jewelry box, advises memorabilia expert Denise Levenick. She says, “Each piece must be stored separately since hard gemstones like diamonds can scratch softer ones.” 2 Shine silver with this! “Just give silver utensils or dishes a quick wipe every few months with a cloth embedded with anti-tarnish particles,” suggests Levenick, who recommends Goddard’s Silver Care Cloth, ($9, Amazon.com). Even easier: Buy silver cloth by the yard (starting at $12, Amazon.com) and line your storage drawers with it for extra protection. 3 Try the pillowcase trick! “Stored the right way, tablecloths, quilts and crocheted afghans can be handed down for years,” says…