New personal best of 2019
Despite not leaving the house today, I walked more steps than any other day this year! I powered through most of a two-page-long list of tasks to get our home […]
Festive new dresses
A shopping miracle happened today. Mama and I both found gorgeous party dresses on the first try! As a curvy woman, I haven’t found much joy in dressing rooms. But today […]
Juicy white apricots
One of our favorite fruits is back for its one-week-long season. Angelcots, also called white apricots, are a bit milder than the traditional apricot. There’s no sour skin; they’re juicy […]
Lanterns & sarongs enhance oasis
I spent much of the day cleaning our backyard oasis to get it ready to host our upcoming party. Power-washing cushions and furniture wasn’t much fun, but it was made […]
Party shopping made easy
Mama and I are getting ready to host our 4th annual Summer Garden Party. We gather with loved ones to mark the time Mama has outlived her brain cancer prognosis. […]
Mama’s great new doctor
A wonderful doctor was added to Mama’s team today. We went in for an eye exam and to see a new ophthalmologist. Dr. Sarah Wehrli was caring, patient, and helpful. […]
Bright spot in the neighborhood
Our neighbor Howard with his stunning Dahlias and Gladioli A house in our neighborhood has the most glorious patch of vibrant, colorful Dahlias and Gladioli in their front yard. Mama […]
Triple joy
Mama went on an artist expedition into our garden this morning, nestling herself between the tomatoes and the plum tree. What a joy it was to see her happily painting […]
Beautiful bruschetta
After enjoying delicious bruschetta at the July 4th party we attended, I had a lingering craving. I thumbed through our Marcella Hazan Italian cookbook to make sure I wasn’t forgetting […]
Prepping pounds of plums
Our Santa Rosa Plum tree has been showering us in fruit this week. I’ve found several recipes to play with this weekend, including a crisp with cardamon and pistachio, a […]
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