As is the case in life, things have changed around here.Ā We no longer have any cleaning assistance.Ā Our long-time cleaners have retired and now we are working on a new housecleaning routine. Having the house clean for the weekend when we were likely to entertain was always my goal. But. More change. We do […]
Are you one who loses your appetite during hot weather? Mmm, me neither. Iām as voracious an eater as ever. But, a refreshing summer salad makes for a perfect evening meal. And if you don’t have much of an appetite, it’s perfect. Here are a couple salads I made this week. Trader Joeās Mediterranean Style […]
It feels like this is a very long spring this year. Home in Arizona has been lush and full of desert blooms. Early this year, I saw the dogwoods and magnolias of Georgia blossom. Our latest trip through Wyoming, South Dakota and Colorado have extended spring quite a bit, because these states are just getting […]
I havenāt seen a weather map of the US in a while, but you would think weāre being bombarded by snowy scenes reminiscent of Currier and Ives.Ā Or a Hallmark movie.Ā But judging by all the outdoor winter decorations I see, itās time to say goodbye to Thanksgiving and hello to Christmas. It is supposed […]