Add one cup of fun and stir with vigor

Being around kids is the best reminder of how to have fun.
I watched them yesterday taking big bites of life and savoring every minute.
At first they didn't quite know which way to look or where to go. But that didn't last long.
Then the whirlwind began. Oh, and at the end of the day for the middle ones- there was dancing
and revelry. 

My Life has a Big Deliciousness

I love wine-ing and dining
And I love watching people enjoy our food
Never get tired of feeding hearts, minds and souls.
This kind of experience is why we do what we do.
And I revel in it.

room with a view

Sometimes the best way to figure out the small stuff is to take the long view
far away can often make up close make more sense.
and anyway, it looks pretty. 

it is all about the food

I am working on new ideas, as I try to execute the old ones.
it's a tougher balancing act than I thought it would be.
I guess that has been true about almost everything in the last two years.
But at least I know the turkey will be good.
and afterall, it is all about the food.

the real question

I think, more important than asking
what HE did or didn't do-
Is asking ourselves what we will do?
And asking Why we are waiting to do it?

The BEST time of Year!

And so it begins, the best time of year.
Waiting for the Pumpkins and Witches, Apples and Cookies.
And Oh the Turkeys!
I love the happiness they bring- esp. to those of us far from home.
Big vats of potatoes, trays of stuffing and tart cranberries.
Let the planning begin.

Change of perspective

Nothing like spending a day with 5 year olds
to change your perspective on just about everything.

togetherness

Working together without drama
and with only a little ego
is a good good thing.

Autumn Nights

The sounds of cicada give way to evening crickets
and my heart gets heavy with "North East Homesickness"
and a deep craving for apple cider.

You Will Find the Answers

One of the most amazing ways to experience and feel community is to make food together
in this case- writing fortunes and then making our own fortune cookies.
The kids did a great job on the writing
...and so did my pastry chef/ on the folding.
Can't wait to have an excuse to do it again.

just too tired

 

sometimes the tiredness cannot be denied or postponed

and you just have to put on your jammies and go with it. 

hoping you don't drool too much and embarrass yourself. 

All Roads Lead Home

I don't often travel alone but had a little journey to chicago for 5 days.
Good to be back. I like the independence sometimes of doing it all by myself.
BUT it is never as much fun as going with the Mr.
And now I miss the beast when I am away too.
The rails leading home tonight were a relief and a comfort.
good to be home.

Love a Bit of Luxury

Did I mention...
I got the biggest, fluffiest, white terri/cotton hotel like robe for my birthday?
Love It. Easiest way to feel like the queen of my domain ever!
True Love knows your inner royal daydreams.

What's Old is New Again

If you have seen my eyeglasses then this lovely lady above will be no surprise.
I am going to do a USB typewriter conversion with this gorgeous machine from days gone by.
Don't worry it will still work as a typewriter but also as a keyboard.
Assuming I am successful, with my electronics and soldering guru's guidance.
Will let you know how it turns out.

Small things make a difference

It is amazing what a few cans of paint can do.
New feeling, and perspective.
Atmosphere can be everything- and really the best is still yet to come.
I am far from finished.

Summer Sights and Smells

Summer is winding down, but there is still time to savor
BBQ smoke, and other sweet and salty treats.
Hot with a hint of something else in the air.
it went by very fast and furious but it was in itself complete.
We ate (a lot) Played (not enough) Worked (too much)
it was all fun.

Where does the time go?

the last 5 weeks flew by. So many things I was supposed to do but didn't.
now what?  everytime I look at my email or answer my phone my list gets longer.
I need some inspiration, or a magical time turner. Anyone know where I can get one of those?

Crystals and Lace and Gold

There is really nothing more elegant than a chandelier.
I might not seem the type to you- but then you've never heard about my famous love of very fancy hotels.
This kind of light makes everything sparkle more, the people, the conversation, my thoughts and dreams.
One of these days I am going to bring one home, and hang it in my living room.
Then I am going to lay down on the floor and stare up and get lost in days gone by.
Maybe I will even sleep there. waiting.

Moonshine and Monsters

Moon over rice fields. and bugs. lots of bugs- that make beautiful sounds  

Totoro was hiding behind every grove of gorgeous trees
My little dog-buddy had a great time protecting us from all the new creatures and Monsters of his imagination,
and thrilling at all the new sites and sounds.

we were hot but glad to be out of the city for a bit.

At the end of it all though, we were just as happy to get back to our cozy urban crows nest and the aircon...especially the aircon

silly city-slickers.

Hot Dog

Summer has come slamming back into us.
The heat is a living thing. We want to go out and play but don't last long.
And usually end up flat out afterwards.
But we keep trying anyway- because, what are summers for if not for getting hot while playing hard.

p.s. cool marble is a wonderful thing