My turn at the hospital and a Gyro
Today was another round of my IV immuno-suppressive treatment for Crohn’s Disease. After yesterday’s long day at the ER with Mama, this was a much more relaxing day at the […]
Getting through an ER visit
Life was supposed to be a bit calmer right about now, but apparently, the universe missed the memo. My dear Mama ended up in the ER today, after her second […]
Enchanting garden
This is our garden all lit up for our party a couple of nights ago. It’s a peak summertime garden moment and I love how magical it feels. Today’s #OneGoodThing with Mama is […]
Mastering feeding time and sweaty selfies
After a week of attempting to feed three dogs two different and separate meals, Laurel and I gave up and let them eat a mixture of their foods altogether from […]
A very special celebration
Tonight we celebrated Mama’s 12-year survival with another glorious Summer Garden Party! Nearly a dozen of our closest family friends joined us. We had a magnificent feast! It was truly […]
Getting a pedicure on my own
It’s odd to realize, but I haven’t gotten a pedicure alone in more than a decade. Traditionally it’s an activity I’ve done with Mama or a friend. But Mama got […]
Museum celebrating Peanuts
Though I’ve lived in Santa Rosa for nearly nine years, I’d never been to the Charles Schulz Museum. Until today! My childhood bestie Laurel and I joined her parents, Barry […]
Poolside dinner with family
Some of our extended family arrived in Santa Rosa today in anticipation of a special gathering this weekend. The lovely couple on the right is my childhood best friend Laurel’s […]
Gourmet Wagyu burgers at home
Tonight’s dinner was a true feast. Laurel and I topped our Wagyu burgers with melted Muenster cheese, smashed avocado, sliced cherry tomatoes, crispy lettuce, onions (caramelized for me and raw […]
Three’s company!
Today’s #OneGoodThing is taking our two babies, Benny and Paisley, on a neighborhood walk with their cousin Stanley! What was your #OneGoodThing today? Please share in the comments! And remember, kindness […]
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