It seemed straight forward. I wanted to bake my friend a loaf of banana bread, so I read the recipe. Then read it again. I assembled the ingredients and measured each one precisely using the correct equipment and utensils. I pre-heated the oven to the noted temperature, then I followed the instructions step by step.Continue reading “Works For Me”
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Brothers and Sisters
A year older than me, Ray has been a person I’ve always looked up to. Being the first child born to my young parents, he was the one that led the way, for them, and for me. Among the qualities I admire about him are his entrepreneurial skills – starting his first business in hisContinue reading “Brothers and Sisters”
And All That
A friend once said that the only musical genre she didn’t understand was the one that happened to be my favorite. I thought her choice of the word “understand” was interesting because it implied a puzzle solving of sorts. Music is highly correlated to math, but can it be figured out? Does it need toContinue reading “And All That”
In All Its Glory
From my journal: March 23, 2023, Newbury Park, California “Beautiful hike this morning…the fog lifted as we headed down Sycamore Canyon. We could hear and see the river of rushing water flowing under the bridge that is normally dry…and the hills are so green now…” We’ve had quite a spell of rain this past monthContinue reading “In All Its Glory”
Stalk Up!
Light green in color, crunchy, and fibrous, apium graveolens linn was used in early civilizations as an herbal remedy. Specifically, it was thought to calm nerves, control hysteria, and encourage sleep. Over time, however, its medicinal properties were pooh-poohed, so it was repurposed if you will, and became food. The French first used it asContinue reading “Stalk Up!”
Meaningful Objects
Some people keep them to preserve history or to connect with the past, others may be motivated by their status or monetary value, and still others may become obsessed with or are just curious about the objects they acquire. My reasons? Nostalgia, beauty, and fun usefulness! Throughout my childhood, I was a conchologist, memomagnetist, andContinue reading “Meaningful Objects”
The Only Real Constant
“I like when I plan an event and it takes a turn in a different direction.” “I like when our grocery store is out of my favorite cashew butter and I have to choose something else.” “I really like being forced to do things out of my comfort zone.” Said no one named me, ever.Continue reading “The Only Real Constant”
Puppy 101
Is it possible to begin nodding off while showering, or when working at a desk typing on a computer, or while sitting in a hard plastic chair in a cold garage? I would have said no, but after this past week, all three have happened. Anyone who has ever brought home a furry bundle ofContinue reading “Puppy 101”
Expanding Hearts
The hardest part for me was the change of routine, followed by having two less birthdays to celebrate, and then the fact that our house seemed too quiet, too clean. Every time we went for a walk, no companions. Every time we’d come home, no wagging tails. Every time we’d wake up, no pitter-patter ofContinue reading “Expanding Hearts”
It Makes the World Go Round
Tomorrow is the day we celebrate the four-letter word described as tenderness, fondness, warmth, passion, even adoration. It can bring us great joy, pleasure, and happiness. It can make us feel energetic, giddy, even euphoric. It can lower our blood pressure and stress levels, as well as lead to better mental health. Wow! It’s thatContinue reading “It Makes the World Go Round”
A Journal Journey 