Crunchy Autumn leaves
Today started wonderfully because Mama’s childhood friend Diane was here, having stayed over last night. We got to spend the morning together, before she drove back home, a couple of […]
Traveling help
Wednesday was a long day for us. Mama and Paisley and I woke up in Venice, Italy, and flew to Chicago and then San Francisco. We couldn’t have done it […]
A sweet evening in Venice
Mama and I joined several of our Italian friends for a Spritz in a garden cafe/bar tonight, and we had a wonderful time! We adore spending time with them and […]
A rainy rest day with some laughs
Having walked our feet off all over Venice, plus the islands of Burano and Murano in the last few days, Mama and I didn’t mind that it poured rain all day today. […]
Mama’s birthday in her favorite place
Today we celebrated Mama’s 76th birthday in her favorite place in the world: Venice, Italy! I brought her coffee and pastry from a local bar, which we enjoyed at home. […]
Lunch with Shaul
Mama and I were treated to a lovely lunch at the home of our friend Shaul today. What a special feeling to be welcomed into an Italian home like family! […]
Water bus passes and new friends
It’s more fun to take the bus in Venice, because it’s actually a boat (called the Vaporetto). Since they’re used by locals and tourists, it can be very crowded (and […]
Optical goddess rescue
Mama got her glasses fixed permanently today! They broke last month on the morning of our special garden party. Our friend Michelle, who we became friends with at our local Kaiser […]
Plates from a party missed
A kidney infection has taken me out of commission the last two days; and sadly, today that meant missing the birthday party of the adorable girls we love next door. […]
Smart girl gifting
The two very special girls who live next door have birthdays this week. Mama and I had a great time picking out fun gifts for these smart girls, who are […]
