Our latest binge
After a long day of medical appointments, Mama and I were happy to return home and binge our new favorite show. We are very late in discovering the joy of […]
Taking myself out for coffee
Our new respite help was back today and so I took myself out for a coffee date! I brought with me a Jenny Lawson book that I’ve been eager to […]
Volunteer zinnias
After struggling to grow zinnias from seeds and starters this season, I was happily surprised when these pink zinnias popped up on the edge of a little pot of purple […]
New respite help
This wonderful woman Bibi started working with us today providing respite caregiving. Paisley adored her as did Mama! And she left us with a big pot of pasta with chicken […]
Gratefulness is observation
This beautiful book “Grateful” was a gift from a dear friend who celebrated with us this past weekend. The book is filled with quotes from noteworthy people about expressing gratitude […]
Leftover cheese plate goodies
The appetizers for our small celebration this weekend were these delicious, elaborate cheese plates. I loved gathering the varieties of cheeses, meats, crackers, nuts, fruits, veggies, and dip. But sadly […]
So many hugs!
We had our first gathering of a few fully-vaccinated friends this evening. It was a much smaller and modified version of our Annual Summer Garden Party celebrating Mama’s triumph over […]
A sink that drains
In the never-ending parade of home appliances breaking down on us during the pandemic, the latest casualties are the trifecta: kitchen sink, garbage disposal, and dishwasher. We managed without use […]
Finishing the centerpieces
For our annual summer garden party celebrating Mama’s triumph over brain cancer, we usually get red roses from a local farm. But last year I decided to make the flowers […]
Interviewing for respite
Today was a nerve-wracking day as I interviewed potential respite caregivers to assist Mama. I can’t trust my precious cargo to just anyone. But I met a particularly lovely woman […]
