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...

Remember the Lesson from the Lizard

Yesterday, while heading out for the afternoon, I also stepped on this little guy. He was just chilling on the steps, not really caring what was going on around him. He didn’t move a muscle while I took his picture. He just followed me curiously with his eyes....

These Are the Things on My Street

When I lived in Southern California I sort of just drove every where in a (sometimes angry) rush.  Since moving to Walnut Creek and abandoning my vehicle I’ve had a little bit more time to stop and smell the roses or at least acknowledge that they’re...

A Back Burner Night

That’s what a friend’s mom called the nights when dinner is made of whatever’s left in the fridge. Tonight we’re dining on green beans, pintos, squash, garlic and pasta.  Why not, right? Easy to make, easy to eat. Fills you up without weighing...

Karma’s Watchin’

Phew. What a day! I’m still battling this stupid summer cold and really wasn’t looking forward to today. I rested all weekend but still wasn’t feeling much better and I guess all the pressure of having to leave my apartment got to me because I had a...

Quick Pic, Breakfast

What’s one good thing about being sick? Breakfast in bed! The All-Star loves me. 😀 Now for a day of television reruns and the internet! I may or may not get out of bed. Why not…gotta get my rest!

I am Grateful

Last night I stumbled upon a wonderful blog called Maxabella Loves and her I am grateful…list!  This witty and inspiring blogger encourages us to enjoy the little things that make life so imperfectly wonderful. Today I am grateful for the sky. As I lay here in...

Darn the Summer Cold

What’s worse than a winter flu??  The summer cold!  At least with a winter flu I can curl up under one of the Softest Blankets in sweat pants and socks, drinking hot tea and slurping soup. But when the darn summer cold strikes it’s cold water and tank tops...

No Room for Baggage

I don’t like packing. Actually I despise it. The idea of planning a week’s worth of wardrobe and cramming it into a a suitcase but making sure not to exceed 50 lbs frightens me.  I never get it right.  Most of the time I end up with way too much stuff and...

Saturday, in the Park

I think it was the 4th of July. Actually it was the 16th of July but we did have Chicago. . . or at least a band posing as Chicago. And a good time was had by all! The beautiful town of Clayton hosts a Concert in the Park series every other Saturday during the summer...