These days, when I wake up in the morning and want to make myself happy, I open my curtain. Outside, in my backyard, are thousands of tiny, brand-new vibrant green blades of grass. I get excited to see more and more of them with each passing day. Wow, sounds, thrilling, doesn't it? I have been … Continue reading Grass and Happiness
Category: Gardening
My So-Called Diet
Just the fact that I mention I have a 'diet' probably sounds ridiculous to most of you who know me in person. In fact, I went to the doc the other day and when they weighed me- somehow (with shoes on), I weighed four pounds less than my last visit. Which is kind of nuts, … Continue reading My So-Called Diet
Love Me Some Laborers
First off, happy Labor Day Laborers. According to the US Department of Labor, this is the official purpose and origin of Labor Day: Labor Day, the first Monday in September, is a creation of the labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of American workers. It constitutes a yearly national tribute … Continue reading Love Me Some Laborers
Oh, Aubergine….
It's been a little while, hasn't it? Since I last posted a recipe... pervs! Sheesh. Ah, I know. My brain has been in deep thought mode as of late, and honestly, there hasn't been much time to cook! I did bust out the DSLR for one gorgeous in-season fruit (?) veg (?)recently ... the glorious … Continue reading Oh, Aubergine….
Breaking Lawn
It was character that got us out of bed, commitment that moved us into action, and discipline that enabled us to follow through. - Zig Ziglar I like this quote because it pretty much describes what I went through the last few mornings. Last week, I decided - for some odd reason- to host a … Continue reading Breaking Lawn
Croatian Persuasion
I apologize in advance for the brevity of today's post- but lil Miss LLAY (Life Love and Yoga) is a wee bit tuckered out from my Napa trip and prepping for Jacksonville. Don't you worry your pretty little heads, I'll be sure to fill you in on my Napa weekend soon. But I want to … Continue reading Croatian Persuasion
The Secret Garden
The first time I read The Secret Garden by Francis Hodgson Burnett, I was in elementary school. I was a voracious reader, mainly sticking to the likes of The Babysitter's Club or Sweet Valley High (Sweet Valley Twins I also read, but they were a bit thin). I also dabbled with Nancy Drew (I considered … Continue reading The Secret Garden
Rhu-Barbie
There are two things that pump me up about spring besides singing birds, blooming flowers and sunny weather. Rhubarb and The Bachelor/Bachelorette. First, the Bachelorette. I am so excited to watch Emily (aka the closest thing to a natural, human Barbie) find "love". Yes, it's stupid. And we all know what's going to happen. But … Continue reading Rhu-Barbie
TMI and Other Stuff
Listen, this might be a bit of TMI for you. But it's life, what can I tell you. And truly, it is a part of life: . Yes, that teeny tiny dot is called something. And there are probably thousands of us gals experiencing it this week. Fortunately, this go round is pretty easy on … Continue reading TMI and Other Stuff
Awesome Blossom
No, this is not a post about Mayim Bialik. Although I have total respect for her and think she is super smart. This is blossom in the literal sense, as in a flower in blossom..... Spring is one of my favorite times of year, along with summer, fall, and winter (in that order). Now if … Continue reading Awesome Blossom