So fresh and so clean
After four full days of a hellish cold/flu, I washed and changed my sheets today. It probably doesn’t sound like a big deal to you, but it took quite a […]
I voted!
I exercised my civic responsibility and voted in today’s election. I’ll happily support either Democrat in November; I just pray that Trump doesn’t win because I find his hateful rhetoric […]
Peppermint shower
I sprinkled peppermint essential oil in my shower today to help relieve congestion (I’ve been sick with a severe cold for a couple of days now, though it feels like […]
Top 5 in Venice, Italy
Today’s post is dedicated to friends with the incredible fortune of traveling to Venice, Italy this summer. The Nosy Parker family has spent a lot of time in Venice — […]
Classing up my daily jab
I’ve been giving myself daily injections of Vitamin B12 for several weeks now. I’ve established a routine to give myself these injections. I guess I’m not really over my lifelong […]
The miracle of a prognosis beaten
Five years ago today, doctors found a massive tumor on my mother’s brain. It turned out to be an extremely rare, terminal brain cancer with a prognosis of two to five […]
A few good calls
The Nosy Parker family enjoyed another low-key day resting from our trip, but I caught up with my cousin and a few friends over the phone. It was nice to […]
A rest day
After yesterday’s very long drive home, I was in serious need of rest and recovery today. I started to unpack, but mostly I rested. It was exactly what I needed […]
Home at last
The Nosy Parker family is home at last. After an eventful trip to Los Angeles to be a bridesmaid in a wedding and a visit with another bestie, we are […]
Exciting major haul
My friend Lauren, the cousin of yesterday’s beautiful bride and a fellow bridesmaid, is an incredible designer of cosmetic bags and jewelry. About six years ago she gave me an […]
