Everyday sweetness from the Lil’ Nosy Parker
Six years ago today, I adopted my best friend from a rescue group in San Francisco. Her name is Abby and she’s a Bug dog (mostly Boston Terrier with a […]
#OneGoodThing in 2016
As 2016 begins, I am choosing to focus on something positive each day and to share it with you. These last few years have been difficult for me — and not […]
Nesting – Or, Making IKEA Our Bitch
The last two months since we’ve moved have been filled with the unpacking stage. The decorating and nesting is by far my favorite part of the entire move. We’ve been […]
Countdown to Ellen
Today we began the countdown to see Ellen! In just a couple of weeks, Mama and I get to go to a taping of the “Ellen Degeneres Show” — and […]
Joy in (Unexpectedly Early) Caregiving
When I was 9 years old, I wrote my first book about caring for my mother, titled “Do you know what I’ll do?” I found it in the garage recently […]
A Smile With Every Sip
As part of my 2014 mantra of Finding the Joy, here’s my latest wee project that brings a smile to my face with every sip. It’s perfect if you’re trying […]
Peppermint Ice Cream Wars
We are huge mint fans. Seriously, we LOVE just about anything chocolate mint. When the holidays roll around, mint — and especially peppermint — skyrockets in popularity, which prompted us […]
Where in the world?
We checked in at San Francisco Airport on Facebook, but only told a couple of friends where we were going. It’s a major trip, though very last minute. It’s been […]
Lil’ Nosy Parker Travel Favorites
Abby ♥ Santa Cruz (Photo Credit: Gabriana) We all have our favorite must-have products. My beloved sweet Abby, a 5-year-old rescued Boston Bull Pug, who’s a natural Lil’ Nosy Parker […]
Music to Motivate
Photo credit: Apple ‘How are you doing all that? What time are you getting up?’ That was one of my close friend’s reaction to my new 30 Days to 30 morning routine. On the grand scale, I’ve got a big looming birthday to motivate me, but feeling inspired each day […]
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