Christmas Cookies

Tonight, we had Christmas Cookies for dinner… …and then, after the evening’s walk – drive – and dash from house to house – we had lasagna for dessert. Annual house tours, whether they celebrate winter, spring, summer or fall are Read More …

In The Dark

Some things are better when seen in the dark. Moonflowers. Twinkle lights. Hibiscus blooming in late summer. Glow sticks. Cityscapes. Jack-o-lanterns. The moon. Big screen movies – in theater or at a drive in. Ghosts. Neon lights. Romantic, candle lit Read More …

Their Own Little World

Setting aside the controversy of the threats to the lives of bees, they live in their own little world – rather oblivious to us humans – but, for more reason than one, we need to pay attention to them. As Read More …

Caterers Are Awesome

For a long time, I have believed that caterers are awesome. When I was a kid, my mom and my aunt started helping friends with parties, anniversary galas and family reunions. Soon, they had their own catering company and a Read More …

Ooh, So Pretty

Come on ladies, you have been there, you had said it: “Ooh, so pretty!” It is hard to resist something when it is… pink frilly shiny sparkly fluffy twirly flowery gold platinum diamond leather convertible a new laptop Hopefully, you Read More …

When It Rains

Sometimes, when it rains, we have to change our plans. We cancel soccer games (to be made up later). We leave earlier skipping our leisurely second cup of coffee at home. We don’t fly off to Rome (or Miami) at Read More …