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Jan 31, 20241 min read
Jenny's Tour of a Contemporary Talavera Pottery Exhibit in Cancun, Mexico
I told you that she was a great teacher! Tomorrow -- I'll show you the Talavera she brought home for us!


Jan 30, 20241 min read
Jenny in Cancun, Mexico at the Xcaret Park!
It was hard for Jenny to be away for a week from her two babies (Cora and Gracie) but it looks like she had a good time despite missing...


Jan 29, 20241 min read
First Birthday Bubble Party!
It was a beautiful SoCal day, a happy birthday girl, and there were expert bubble makers everywhere! A perfect backyard party!


Jan 28, 20241 min read
Gracie's 1st Birthday Ombre Bubble Cake!
I was a little worried as I was putting this together, because one of the layers did not cooperate, and I thought it was going to be...


Jan 26, 20241 min read
Early Valentine's Day !
I hope one day my grandchildren will watch this. It's such a lovely memory. Also. I'm such a crier. And I don't care.


Jan 25, 20241 min read
Covid Retail Therapy!
Oh Lord. Online shopping is dangerous! But I think I did a good job of purchasing things that I almost needed ! Can't wait to get started...


Jan 23, 20241 min read
Fondant Lettering and Decorating a Rice Krispie Sheet Cake
Busy day in the kitchen! And the most difficult part was cleaning up! I think Jackie will enjoy her cake -- and Abby too! I don't think...


Jan 22, 20241 min read
Faking a Cake @ Kake Kreations!
Cake time! Gracie's birthday party is this weekend...and it's a Bubble party! So she needs a Bubble Cake! And I'm ready! Without too much...


Jan 21, 20241 min read
Happy 3rd Substack Anniversary Mr. Hubbell !
Daily readers may not truly understand what it means to write a newsletter 6 nights a week for 7 years -- but trust me, as someone on the...


Jan 17, 20241 min read
Covid Update
Who knows where we got the bug - but my daughter Jenny's family (husband, and 2 children) also tested positive - but so far Jenny is...


Jan 11, 20241 min read
Memories of My Grandpa...
I think I got my gardening gene from him! What a blessing to have had him in my life for so long.


Jan 10, 20241 min read
Parking Tips and Tales from the Grove
Next time. Valet for us. I know it 's little more pricey - but for someone a little older, it's nice not to have to fight for a space,...


Jan 9, 20241 min read
Ornament Hospital !
It took a lot of work...but NOT a lot of skill! Sometimes all you need is patience, a little bit of time, and a few things from your...


Jan 8, 20241 min read
Best China Shop in Los Angeles!
For a china hound like myself - this is paradise. Plus gorgeous crystal too. Just walking around and window shopping is delightful. And...


Jan 7, 20242 min read
Wedding Memories ❤️
Five things about this video. Every time I have rewatched it - I have cried. Robert was so sweet to buy this for me. But I didn't ask him...


Jan 4, 20241 min read
Rainbows and Irises !
I have been continually surprised by my irises this past December. They have put on a show all holiday season, and have continued into...


Jan 3, 20241 min read
Undecorating the Tree!
I need help with the top of the tree - and Robert's newsletter takes precedence over anything else after 4:00 p.m. -- so tomorrow we...


Jan 2, 20241 min read
New Year's 2024!
A VERY busy holiday season...and now it's time to relax...and undecorate! No rest for the weary!
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