Going to bed early
We have a big, exciting weekend ahead of us, but I”m totally exhausted already. So tonight I’m posting a little earlier than I often do because I’m going to bed […]
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gabriana
Writer/Editor, Artist/Maker, Family Caregiver, Perpetually Positive Spoonie, chai and mint chocolate lover with two sweet, wee rescue dogs
Mama’s new ears
Several years ago, we discovered that Mama can hear our TV much better if she uses a wireless headset receiver. We call this TV amplifier “her ears.” Unfortunately, we’ve had […]
Quirky highlight on my errands
While Mama and I were out running errands today, she requested a detour down one of our favorite streets. Sebastopol’s Florence Avenue is filled with quirky, imaginative sculptures. Mama’s glee […]
Harvesting our breakfast
This morning’s breakfast included a handful of juicy, sweet peaches, picked fresh from our tree. It’s our first summer receiving fruit from this tree, so we’re especially thrilled for each […]
Paisley’s perfect print
After I watered the garden tonight, Paisley ran across the wet ground and left a perfect paw print. I was glad I had my phone on me to snap a […]
Going crazy with chalk pens
Last summer, we created the “Oh Lovely” specialty cocktail to serve at a summer garden party. After extensive taste-testing with our friend Lisa, we settled on the ingredients when Mama took […]
Highlights of my day
Today’s #OneGoodThing was getting my hair highlighted! Lightening my hair always seems to lighten my mood. Many thanks to D’nae at Ritual Salon in Santa Rosa! Day 193 of 365. And Day […]
Surprise visitor
Our friend Jenny called us this afternoon to say she was in Santa Rosa for work. Mama and I were thrilled to get a wonderful, surprise visit! Today’s #OneGoodThing was seeing our […]
First flower on Mama’s tree
Today’s #OneGoodThing was the very first blossom appearing on Mama’s favorite tree — our crepe myrtle! We are so eager for this tree to be exploding with color! Day 191 of 365. […]
Peaches ripening on our tree
Today’s #OneGoodThing was seeing these beautiful peaches ripening on our tree. We only just planted the tree a few months ago, so this is our very first crop. We’re very excited and hope […]
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