Monthly Archives: February 2008
Some dingo love
It is strange sometimes to see how animals slide into our lives, bringing love into it that is just nothing short of magical. Our little dingo like creature has stolen everyones hearts, including my husbands. She is the first one … Continue reading
Leaves will bow down
I’ll walk in the rain by your side I’ll cling to the warmth of your tiny hand I’ll do anything to help you understand And i’ll love you more than anybody can And the wind will whisper your name to … Continue reading
You choose
Do you like this photo? Or this one? I am learning how to do photo enhancements etc, but have to wonder if sometimes just the raw photo is best. Is it cheating to enhance your pictures? What do you think?
Gin Freeze-or how to make a frozen drink when you allowed the house to run out of RUM!
I imagine this has other names, but this is the concoction that we came up with one day when we were out of rum (gasp! Never run out of rum at the coast). -Frozen Bacardi Real lime Mixer (or frozen … Continue reading
It is filled with oil
The compass that is. One more thing a child can learn on a boat.
Euphoria
I am trying very hard to turn loose of my frustrations and not allow them to jack with my life. But, damn, Thursday was rough. Nothing in particular happened. That is the absolute beauty of hormones. Nothing has to happen … Continue reading
One little monkey jumping on the couch
Just a quick update before the weekend on the status of Miss Mimi Smartiepants and her arm. In answer to a couple of questions….she is doing great and yes, she did break it jumping on the couch. Thank you for … Continue reading
It’s all in the details
I love pelicans. They are so strange and prehistoric looking. I enjoy photographing them in all their ancient weirdness. Look at the feathers on these white pelicans, all fluffy and white. Can you see each feather…each strand of down? Oh, … Continue reading
Let there be light
Photography just got more interesting for me. I have discovered the world of “no flash required”…..anywhere or anytime. Ignore the food on her face, and the bug bite on her lip….focus instead on counting her eyebrow hairs….or her freckles…or possibly … Continue reading
They ate octopi, we had ribeye
If you have not already, you really need to make this adorable meal for your kiddos. We made this for the kids Valentines Day meal, and they loved it. Easy to prepare and so fun. I followed the recipe, save … Continue reading
No more monkeys jumping on the couch!
In case you were wondering, the Heineken was for me.
Getting my stretch on
Getting old is hell on the body. I experienced another birthday a few weeks ago, and with it a new resolve to get fit this spring. I have lots of incentive……a long boat trip in which I had better have … Continue reading
Kids Can Cook
Thursday night has a new tradition……invented by mom and dad. They get to plan, shop for and prepare the family meal on Thursday nights. Last week they made Pad Thai. Even the little ones contributed by squeezing some fresh lime. … Continue reading
Newest swab on deck
Dingos know to always wear a US Coast Guard approved PFD (personal floatation device) while sailing.
Yet another reason to give up coffee
When should you REALLY give up coffee? When you make the perfect cup of cappa, sit down to browse the net, and knock the perfect cappa over onto your new laptop. How do you know that you have your priorities … Continue reading
Reading minds
Mia: I want something to eat. Me: Please. Mia: Get me something to eat! Please. Me: Do you want an orange or an apple? Mia: No! I want you to get me something to eat. Me: Well, I need you … Continue reading
Sweet like a puffy, pink, glittery marshmallow
Watch out, these are so sweet they will make your teeth hurt.
Solutions……instead of sticking ice picks in your ears.
When the screaming, whining and overall noise level in your house reaches a point in which you are quite certain dead people would be begging for Valium, enter your husband…home from work early, with a fresh, creative mind that has … Continue reading
Eating at 8:40p.m……..Or how to starve your family while they wait for you to make Torta rustica
I have had a cooking bug lately. It must be the coming of spring that is bringing it on. Or the fact that my friend Pam sent me The Mediterranean Light cookbook for my birthday just a couple weeks ago. … Continue reading
Things of value
There are times in life where something significant happens, and you do not recognize it until hours later when you are in bed, pondering the event. Much talk has been going on via the internet about purging and letting go … Continue reading
Date night, a love story
For the last few months Bill and I have been able to take an evening to ourselves each month. The babysitting situation is premo….it only costs $15 for the entire evening. The cost of finding a baby sitter was what … Continue reading
Playing with plaster
We went, we saw, we did..and it was cold. I think that the next time we go to the beach and work with plaster of paris, I will wait until it is a more comfortable 98 degrees outside….or 100. Apparently … Continue reading
A little family
We did a craft this morning. It involved paint and glue guns, and lots of paper towels. And patience, which surprisingly I had even after 2 espressos (my sin is out….I am back on the beans). Can you guess what … Continue reading
Blanket party!
Hey guys, Mary from Owlhaven is holding a blanket party on her site today. She is raising money to purchase blankets for newborns in Ethiopia. Just imagine not having a blanket to wrap your newborn in. Just so very humbling. … Continue reading
Letting go of control
Quinn and I have been having a battle of wills when it comes to sitting down and doing his school work. Everything is much more interesting to him…playing tag with the dog, his gecko, the sun shining outside…..it was getting … Continue reading


