A Hurricane of Home Improvements

Not really, but anyway… We have a hutch that we keep all our nice glasses  in. It’s always been somewhat of a focal point in our many apartments… I actually really like it, except that it has this ugly metal hardware on it. Aren’t those...

A Home is Where the Heart is

I love this house. So quaint and quiet. And complete with a black cat. I could live there… I dream of the day when my bed no longer occupies the floor of a rented apartment. Where the walls are mine to paint freely or knock down, already have beautiful art...

Green and Efficient Cleaning

There’s nothing like the feeling I get from a clean room. Knowing that everything is tidy and no chores are left to be done is a beautiful thing… and an intricate part of my path to wellness.  But lately I have a battling relationship with my broom and...

String up the Lights!

It’s difficult being away from family at this time before the holidays.  I wish they could see how I’ve decorated my home and share with them warm meals and other festive goodies.  Luckily this year I’ll be flying back to New York this Christmas Eve...

My Magic Garden

When I woke up this morning, I was a bit distressed.  All my things are in LB and The All-Star is in the Bay Area.  I didn’t know what I would do with my day.  My limbs are too achy to move more boxes and I’m not in the mood to nest alone.  Suddenly I...

Moving Day Moments

Well, we’re almost all moved into the new place in LB (Long Beach, CA).  The All-Star and I spent all of yesterday’s day light hours moving furniture.  I did my best to follow the rules of lifting.  It went well.  I got the “Good girl, two thumbs...