Super Six: A new year of cool items

From new looks to new tastes, a bit of something for everyone By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times Normally, I reveal my Super Six on the first Sunday of the month…but, I had to discuss New Year’s resolutions, so, here it is…a week late, but never a dollar short:    Send article as PDF   

Holiday Super Six: gifts galore!

Great ideas for gifts, for you or someone you love By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times It’s December, which means it’s time for my HOLIDAY version of the Sunday Super Six! I have a very glam list for you this month. Some you will want, others (specifically one) you will probably not… My husband has learned over the years that he can never go wrong if he buys me a coat, sneakers, handbag,...

Super Six! October’s picks for fun and fashion

A few things to perk up a slow, rainy weekend By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist The Times Good grief, this was a slooooow weekend, wasn’t it? I mean, a little rain is important every now and again; but, it sure does put a damper on things! (pun intended) Thankfully, the meteorologists were wrong about the forecast for the BILLIONTH time. Why even have doppler radar? With everyone cooped up in the...

Super Six: September is coming and it’s going to be fabulous

Tough to see summer end, but fall fashions ease the pain By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times Technically, I am not supposed to be doing my Sunday Super Six until NEXT weekend, but, I have something special planned. So, I decided to jump the gun and tell you what’s on my mind as we wrap up this glorious summer season. I must say that I am very sorry to see it go; although, I soothe myself...

June Super Six: Can you believe summer is here?

Beach reads, fun looks and more! By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times Hello! Can you believe it’s June already? Kids are out in a week and I AM NOT PREPARED. Screaming at 6:30am for the boys to get out of bed will be replaced by screaming at 11:30am and grocery shopping three times per week will be increased to six. Am I right? However, even though I will be in classes all summer long, it...

Super Six: It’s spring!

A time for new colors and to say goodbye to cold and snow By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times Although the upcoming forecast is calling for temperatures back down into the 40’s, I am officially declaring SPRING! Pack away the corduroy pants, wool sweaters and UGGS (which guarantees at least one more round of snow, right?). Perhaps, if we collectively take a stand against Mother Nature,...

Super Six: a not ready for the end of summer list

Back to school can wait — time for a bit more fun in the sun By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times I know that I had mentioned doing a “Back To School” version of the Sunday Super 6, but I’m just not psychologically ready for the transition. I’ll get there, eventually… in the meantime, here is what I am obsessed with this month:   1. My new “Terrain”-inspired...

July Super Six: Sunscreen, gelato and more!

Suggestions for fun in the sun as Summer shines on By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times Happy 4th of July weekend! Time for the Sunday Super Six! Here is the list of my newest summer obsessions: 1. COOLA: Being a redhead, I fancy myself an expert when it comes to sunscreen. This brand is organic, smells great and is ultra sheer! I got mine at Houppette in Greenville. 2. Fun summer #DIY: Serving...

June Super Six: Grad gift ideas

A few gift suggestions for those June graduates By Kelly Hockenberry, Columnist, The Times Happy JUNE 1st!  Time for the “Graduation Edition” of the Sunday Super Six! With the obnoxious amount of snow days, it seemed like this school year would never come to a close!  God bless Unionville-Chadds Ford Superintendent of Schools Dr. John Sanville (and his colleagues around the county) and his comedic...