If you are assuming from the title of this post that I am one of those people who has their Holiday shopping done by July, the family photo taken by September, and the season’s greeting cards addressed and stamped by … Continue reading →

Betwixt and Between.  That’s where I found myself the other day as I stood in front of a display of golden ripe peaches.  Summer is hanging on in Southern California but a shift towards Fall is evident as apples and … Continue reading →

Last we were together here on this blog I was lamenting about the “less than impressive” chocolate snack cake that Chloe and I had made.  Just to clarify, it wasn’t at all “BAD”, it was just okay.  It’s saving grace … Continue reading →

Decades ago my heart took me West and in the process I left behind a very big family.  There have been many additions to my family since then, both through marriage and birth – and honestly, it would take more … Continue reading →

What a fitting day for my first post. A day celebrating love and passion. Today I celebrate my two most precious loves – my husband and my daughter. They have supported me in this endeavor since day one. They are … Continue reading →