Smoothing home facial
Today the Nosy Parker family did home facials and it felt great! We did everything from the pore-clearing nose strips to collagen and acne face masks with a thermal water […]
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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
Angel or seamstress?
Both! I dropped off my bridesmaid dress to have the length adjusted yesterday, and I thought it would be ready by the end of the week. The seamstress, Karen, called me […]
Maui salad, sort of
Today we recreated one of our favorite big meal salads from the best salad place ever: Mixt Greens. When I worked in San Francisco, I loved racing across downtown for […]
Grace and Frankie marathon
We just discovered that one of our absolute favorite shows, “Grace and Frankie,” has released a new season on Netflix. The Nosy Parker family watched season one several times — […]
Awesomely Quiet Saturday
The Nosy Parker family was thrilled to have a quiet, restful day at home. I had a lot I wanted to accomplish around the house today, but I was too […]
Fish tacos & a visiting friend
Today the Nosy Parker family enjoyed fish tacos with a visiting friend. We hadn’t seen Sandy since we moved away from Santa Cruz. It was wonderful to see her again, especially […]
The return of summer produce
Corn on the cob is back! It was tonight’s dinner and it’s a favorite in the Nosy Parker family. We went crazy for it last summer. Between the corn and […]
Paving the way for others
At Abby’s rehab session today, we learned her experiences helped pave the way for a dog needing emergency surgery. And that dog is now doing well! Here’s the story… This […]
Surprising spring lovelies
These stunning flowers made me stop in my tracks today. I was dragging myself home from physical therapy when I noticed them sitting on the volunteer desk. I rested against […]
We all need a little love
This video has been playing on repeat in our house for a couple of weeks. We just can’t get enough of this little guy wanting a little more love. I hope you […]
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