We have a large Lawn area on the new property, and I noticed that we have many cute little yellow dandelions poking their little head up through the grass. I think they’re adorable, but Jim says they are a weed. What are they? I’ve been fascinated by dandelions and their journey through time and healing. …
The Noble Dandelion: A Journey Through Time and Healing Read More »
St. Patrick’s Day is not just an occasion; it’s a celebration of culture, joy, and the splashes of green that bring an early spring to our hearts. Imagine the sweet aromas of homemade baked goods filling your home. Can you picture a better way to celebrate than with deliciously crafted shamrock-shaped sugar cookies adorned with …
Shamrock Sugar Cookies with Green Frosting for St. Patrick’s Day Read More »
In the golden state of California, we’ve voted to hold on to more sunshine all year round. Back in November 2018, with the bustling noise of the polling stations and the silence of earnest hope, we Californians made a decision. Proposition 7 was passed, a beacon cutting through the dusk, telling us the future would …
Why Abolishing California’s Time Change is Stuck in Limbo Read More »
March 8th marks a day of global recognition unlike any other—International Women’s Day (IWD). Like the first light of dawn, it pierces the horizon of our collective conscience, reminding us of the luminous path that women worldwide have carved through the annals of history. International Women’s Day is not merely a date on the calendar; …
The Torchbearers of Progress: Celebrating International Women’s Day Read More »
Our “new” older house has grapevines in the front and back yards. I have shared that before, but this morning, I learned about the correct method of pruning grapevines and wanted to share that with you. The previous owners of this property had a gardener caring for everything, and Jim and I foolishly thought we …
The Art of Pruning Grapevines: A Tale of Two Techniques Read More »
On a chilly March morning, with the promise of spring just around the corner, a particular kind of joy unfolds like a well-worn recipe book in kitchens across America. It’s National Oreo Cookie Day, and like so many of you, I find myself reflecting on the simple pleasures these iconic cookies have brought into our …
Savoring the Sweetness of Tradition: Celebrating National Oreo Cookie Day Read More »
Though I have Irish heritage, I know very little about the origins of Patrick’s Day, so it’s time to learn. St. Patrick’s Day, the emerald-hued holiday that adorns calendars worldwide, isn’t just a day for donning green attire and sipping on frothy pints of stout. It encapsulates a spirit of jubilation and communal heritage, celebrating …
I have a genetic hearing loss, which I only learned as an adult. Only after receiving my first hearing aid did I marvel at the symphony and sounds of everyday life. I didn’t even realize my auditory world was filtered and sometimes muffled. But now I have more clarity due to the companionship of my …
The Supersonic Ears of Teddy and Bear: Navigating Life with Canine Hearing Guides Read More »
Sometimes, as I sit in front of my keyboard, my fingers poised to create, a heavy stillness falls over me. Instead of being my trusted companion on the voyage into storytelling, the blinking cursor becomes a mocking presence. Ironically, in these moments of intense silence, my mind is filled with doubt. “Is anyone out there truly …
In the face of an unprecedented pandemic, our world ground to a halt. Streets emptied, cities went silent, and an invisible thread of uncertainty wound into the fabric of our daily existence. Yet, amidst this pause, there laid an opportunity for a profound transformation. COVID-19 not only reshaped our reality—it redefined our resilience. It reawakened …
The Global Transformation: Rebirth from the Ashes of Isolation Read More »
