……is always such a wonderful adventure on many levels. One of which is that she’s a world class foodie and I’m a certified wanna-be foodie.  Because of this I usually let Clara pick the restaurant and accordingly, we’ve had splendid experiences. In order to...

……Not so easy when you take a time out but somehow do-able and I’m trying to play catch-up. Where was I? Oh yes, ages ago, perhaps around the middle of the month I saw ‘August: Osage County’.   Somehow the movie made dysfunctional and family said together seem...

Oh yes, New Year’s…..my resolution and all.  Still can’t tell but I’ve come close to non compliance several times. (Confession is good for the soul.) Thank you Mason Williams for always remembering me at Christmas.  You truly are a ‘Classical Gas!’ Next time...

……Years ago, when I first started this blog I wrote in the introduction that there are no accidents and that everyone has a purpose.  This past year I’ve seen those two foundational ideas proven true so many times that I’d now say ‘let’s carve that in...

…..I always say, start the week off right with Sandie Girl and what better way to do it than a Christmas party!  I couldn’t wait to see the tree that Jim got…..Oh my….any taller & they’d have to cut an opening in the vaulted ceiling!  Way to go Jim!!!...

……Our annual Christmas party is always so joyful and somehow Christmas would not be the same without it! This blog is mostly for you foodies out there because after all, it’s all about the food….isn’t it???  Food prepared with LOVE of course! Let’s start with...

…..and the wonderful thing about blogging is being able to look back and see all the extraordinary events that would otherwise just be a blur like those speeded up traffic video’s. It helps to be fully present but having a photo and some notes makes sure nothing gets...

…..of horns that is and the cutest little fluffs I’ve ever seen.  Everyone obliged for the photo opportunity!   Then it was time to meet Tomiko for a movie… ….and dinner at Bar Verde. Of course there was a big discussion over the menu. (They don’t have the...

…..and the ‘Wisteria Garden’ was ready to be picked up at Agnes’s.  Sandie barely had room in her van but it did just make it! I am so touched that this painting of mine was chosen for such a special gift! Monday I was off to Bar Verde to meet Laurie. If you use...

How did it happen?  How could it possibly happen??? I missed Olga’s birthday, then George’s and to make it a perfect trifecta….Martin’s!   The make-up cake would have to be very special and chocolate for sure because that’s their favorite.  I had...