I love a bargain, especially an unexpected one! During a simple grocery shopping trip to Safeway a few months back, I stumbled upon a 75% off display of floral items. Not that I need any more vases, but I was so drawn to the cool, serene blue color of these glass ones designed by Debi […]
Archives for March 2017
Happy St. Patrick’s Day
May the Irish hills caress you. May her lakes and rivers bless you. May the luck of the Irish enfold you. May the blessings of Saint Patrick behold you. St. Patrick’s Day is a significant day for our family. March 17 is my Mother’s birthday. Mom passed away in 2014 at the age of 89. […]
Spring is in the Air!
With the coming of spring, I am calm again. Gustav Mahler This weekend, I made a cup of my favorite coffee and enjoyed a stroll around the property. You can definitely feel a difference in the air~~spring has sprung! Our pool has become a love pond for a female and two male ducks. Last […]
It’s All in the Details
The Willetta project is moving along and I’ve got my fingers crossed that it will be completed by March 25. Right now, we are putting all the pieces of the puzzle back-the kitchen cabinets, countertops, appliances, tiling, final window and door trim, and final paint. The last 5% of any renovation/restoration is the most important. […]
Eating Healthy
Yesterday morning, I noticed so many people photographing their breakfast and sharing it on Instagram. So I was inspired to do the same. I made a fresh egg cooked inside a slice of 7 sprouted grains bread, seasoned with fresh thyme, sea salt and pepper. I toasted the bread in olive oil first, then cut […]