Laurie's light travel travel tips

Some of us have never been married, much less been a housewife, but it doesn't take much of an imagination to see domesticity can become dull or frustrating. So much is written about "girlfriend getaways" but who ever talks about the solo housewife break? Women, perhaps especially wives and mothers, are so busy giving to others that very often they neglect themselves. Being a martyr, especially a tired and grumpy one, won't earn you any points in the long run. So take my advice: get the heck away from the walls that bind you, the cooking, cleaning, crying kids and demanding hubby. Take your iPhone, drawing pad, comfy sneakers and anything else that brings you happiness but just go alone. Paris Whether you come for the French Open, or simply long to stroll along the Seine, Paris will bring out the explorer, single gal and giddy kid in you. Stay in the 10th Arrondissement where you can escape a lot of the tourists and just take in the people, cafes, and sites. Don...

Had enough of His Orangeness? Overwrought with angst that the Republican nominee is spewing vitriol we would scold our middle schoolers for? That's why you need a Trump-free vacation. First, turn off the TV in your home and crank up Bach. Nothing serves as an anecdote to ugliness as classical violin music. Second, go to Expedia and book your vacation. Here are some tips: • Think remote islands, countries, and villages • Think campgrounds, beaches, other natural settings • Grab your passport, SPF 30, iPod, and best friend Then turn your cell phone OFF, put a vacation message on your Gmail and work e-mail accounts, hire a cat sitter, water the plants and GO! After a day away from the "news" about Trump, you'll be surprised by how much better you feel! No one is insulting anyone at the cabana. That eagle you spotted on your hike didn't call anyone a loser. Your boyfriend complimented you for your brilliance, and didn't insult you when you said you'd gained f...