March - 2023

10 hours ago
1 min

Garden Zen for the Weekend!

It just too pretty in the garden not to share. And while it's peak bloom for the annuals, and some of the perennials, I'm still holding out hope for a prolific iris bloom. I planted lots of bulbs in the border, and they are all coming up nicely (despite my neglect). They just need a little more sunshine, which I think is coming soon. Always so much to look forward to in the garden! Have a great weekend!

1 day ago
1 min

LAUSD Strike!

Solidarity.

2 days ago
1 min

Our Rainy Day Kitty

Our little feral kitty is a funny part of our family. She's definitely thinks she part of our family -- because not only does she come to our door every morning and evening - but often times she will sit outside our den window and just stare in. But you know what happens when we open the door...she takes off! We did capture her only one time...and that was to get her spayed. She was NOT happy about that ... and wouldn't get near us for the longest time. But this morning was s

3 days ago
1 min

Cora's Birthday Party Preparations

Planning something to celebrate is the most fun. I always make sure to have something on the horizon to celebrate, because it just gives me little lift...and is a happy thing to look forward to, especially when the news each day is so troublesome. And it's a double treat to celebrate my granddaughters' birthdays! They are such a blessing to us. Plus, I love that I am carrying on a tradition that my dear mother started.

4 days ago
1 min

St. Patrick's Day Memories!

Such a lovely party! All our parish friends were wonderful guests, and we enjoyed the spirit of the evening together. I'm mad I didn't take a picture of the buffet table (Gorgeous Food!) or the dessert table (So Yummy!) but this is what happens when you are having too much fun! PLUS...my first red-headed granddaughter? Could the day have been any better? I don't think so!!!

Mar 16
1 min

St. Patrick's Day Table and Blessing

Looking forward to the corned beef and cabbage! I've got two slow cookers going today! Have a great weekend -- be sure to celebrate something!

Mar 15
1 min

Abby's Purse Collection!

Is there anything more delightful than little girl dress up? Both of my granddaughters are sharp dressers, and their grandmothers make sure they stay that way! But the accessories...oh my. Bows and headbands, Minnie socks, and jewelry...and purses!!! Oh so many purses. Sparkly, furry, shiny, with bees, buttons, sequins and bunnies! It's too much fun being a grandma!

Mar 14
1 min

Napkin Rings!

I love napkin rings!!! I think they add such a fun sparkle to the table. And they also allow the napkins to become an architectural element. Sometimes when I set a beautiful table, I feel like an artist! Curating colors, shapes, decor, utensils. It's a lovely hobby that you share with those you love when they visit for dinner. I know it's a dying art, and all my beautiful china, and napkin rings may soon become extinct. But as long as I am able to hostess, I'm going to put o

Mar 13
1 min

St. Patrick's Day in the Garden!

That was a neat trick, getting all those little pansies in the garden before dark...AND before the next big rain tomorrow! They are going to get a good long drink!

Mar 12
1 min

Three (Crazy!) Cuppas for St. Patrick's Day!

Very unorthodox cuppas for certain! But all so much fun! The best days are the ordinary ones. Where there's not a big event, nothing that you might remember years from now -- just the days passing happily, spending time with the people you love. My Robert. I consider myself lucky to have days like these.

Mar 9
1 min

The Cadillac of Mini-Vans!

What a surprise that we ended up with a mini-van! We thought that we would lease another sedan, or maybe an SUV -- but when our salesman Tax showed us the Honda Odyssey, we were sold. The functionality of the seating, the ease of access to the 3rd row, and the ability to transport both grandchildren AND their parents sealed the deal for us. There's lots of fun extras, like * Video screen for the kidless that plays DVDs,or can connect to your phone via ApplePlay * Back seat m

Mar 8
1 min

Best Pool Cover!

What a transformation in our backyard...and the best start to spring for me! Now I'm really hoping to get in the garden!!!

Mar 7
1 min

St. Patrick's Day Patisserie !

I'm getting my Green on! And trying to get used to Life after Alaska! So I'm decorating! St. Patrick's Day is a big deal around our house. Not only are we Irish (Robert is 50% Irish and I'm 25 % Irish) but in addition to that, Robert and I met at St. Patrick's Elementary School in North Hollywood in 1962. And every St Patrick's Day, our principal, Sister St. Anne (straight from Ireland!) would put on St. Patrick's Day assemblies, with lots of green, Irish dancing, and singin

Mar 6
1 min

World Ice Art Competition! And our last day in Alaska :(

The Ice Art competition was just that -- true art. We were able to see the multi block competition, where sculptures are allowed to merge blocks of ice to create very, very large installations. Looking back at my photos now, I am disappointed that I didn't take more pictures, but my hands were so cold that I couldn't get them out of my pocket to use the iphone camera! Unfortunately, I didn't take a picture of the winning ice sculpture, which was entitled "White Friday" and de

Mar 5
1 min

BEST Museum in Fairbanks... Hands Down!!!

Here's why this museum is so special... * The Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum is home to over 95 pre-World War II automobiles, with 65 to 75 staged, rare automobiles at all times. This expansive collection encompasses horseless carriages, steamers, electric cars, speedsters, cyclecars, midget racers and 30s classics. *AND it boasts what is considered to be the largest, most extensive vintage clothing collection in the Pacific Northwest. Alongside many of the roadway masterpi

Mar 2
1 min

Selling a Car at CarMax!

We're changing with the times! We used to trade in our car at the dealership whenever we purchased a new car. But today we tried something new! CarMax! It was a seamless process...Robert always navigates the car transitions expertly, so I got him on video reviewing the experience because his opinion holds a lot of weight in this area! Besides being easy...it was fun! I tagged along and had fun documenting the experience for you. Selling a car at Car Max: A+

Mar 2
1 min

Sunset Views from Chena Hot Springs

The ride up the mountain was a little rough, but the views from the top were spectacular. The sun setting on the horizon, and the snow encrusted trees, like a fairy land. One of our tour guides said that black birch are so ugly that they are considered trees that only a mother could love. I have to disagree! Just look at the beauty that surrounded us!

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