We have to appreciate ancestors and traditions that are handed down from generation to generation. Right? Well, we do. Special dinners. Habits. Sayings. Prayers (different from sayings.) Unique gifts that are passed from one family member to another. Happy St. Read More …
One is good but two’s better. Having a friend Being someone’s confidante A hand to hold – whether it is their left or right A rare date, that’s something special Random creativity, being clever All of this and more. Also, Read More …
You can always be ready – ahead of time… if you plan. If you make a list. If you think for a minute. If you are thoughtful. If you just take a breath. Dinner, today, tomorrow and the next day Read More …
You enjoy the game, if only for the food. No preference of the winner. No knowledge of the players. No connection to the team. We are here together if only for the food and – of course – the connections Read More …
When you get together with good friends there is never enough time to share all the stories. Lunch out. A two hour reservation time slot. An afternoon together, lingering and chatting. One long meal even with time spent after is Read More …
Scenario: I am the customer. I call a new _______ (retailer, service provider, restaurant.) They are – a commodity – let’s be quite clear, there are many who do what they do. Then, they answer, but they say “call me Read More …
After nearly two years – can we finally put it all back? The restaurant tables in a favorite spot finally have ALL of their tables in the dining room. They still have outdoor seating of course but in January – Read More …
You may enjoy the formal side of dining but oh, the after dinner… Leftovers Book club feast Cakes, sweets and treats The little bits that are still so delicious The after dinner, is so worth waiting for when you have Read More …
It is difficult to do, easy to say. Yet, I will suggest it anyway…have patience. A watched pot eventually boils. A slow to get started movie will get better. A loaf of homemade bread will rise. A toddler will grow Read More …
While some may prefer the lesser, sometimes the roads most traveled make you happier. Over the river… Through the wood-lined (highways and byways), On your way to grand adventures, At friend’s and family’s homes. Greeted with warm hugs, sincere smiles, Read More …