There comes a time in every sharp, life-affirming and high-performing womans life when she has the urge to take a giant leap and do something new.

Its the Achilles heel of many modern mothers: They are determined to do it all. They wake up at five a.m.

Mothers of the World, please unite with me on the subject of no more deprivation. Somewhere and somehow, someone told mothers they had to give up all the little luxuries that once made them happy and become self-abnegating sacrificial lambs. Truly, a colossal mistake because a long period of deprivation is not on

Its the greatest challenge for anyone: how do you find and maintain your passion for living?

I am a serious devotee of flair. Unlike fashion trends, flair and a personal style will never get stale. You will always look terrific whether hemlines are up or down, pants are narrow or wide. First, you need to build a wardrobe of basics that can be worn in myriad ways. But can it be done on a budget? Absolutely. Here goes: