I'm drawn to any form of lighting that means the big light doesn't have to be turned on. Lamps, string lights, candles... Anything that casts a soft glow rather than a harsh glare. However, I recently ...

DEAR GAIL: I've been looking for new lamps for my living room and like that the stores now have mix and match lamps and shades. But how do I go about selecting the right shade for a lamp? -- Nicole K.