There’s no mistaking the recognizable Dun Dun Dun Dun song, that simple tune with a two-note ostinato composed and conducted by John Williams. Evoking feelings of suspense and excitement while conjuring up scary images, it can only belong to one movie. That movie is one I recently watched again in celebration of its 50th yearContinue reading “Summer Cinema”
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Lighten Up!
You’d be hard pressed to go through one day, perhaps even one hour, without hearing or seeing ads on any of your devices touting the benefits of lightening up. These messages are usually aimed at what we eat, exercise we do, or maybe even the clothes we wear. Just this morning, I received an emailContinue reading “Lighten Up!”
Face Value
Around for centuries, they’ve been a part of beauty routines and rituals throughout the world. Ancient Egyptians made theirs from clay, sometimes adding a touch of milk and honey. Similarly, mud ones were common in Greece. Romans were known to prepare theirs with eggs, yogurt, flower petals, and cocoa butter. In India, herbs, oils, andContinue reading “Face Value”
Write Away!
The bookend to June is here. Yes, the last month of summer has arrived. Greetings August! The goldenrods and salvia are in bloom. Tomatoes, zukes, and peppers are ready for harvest. The last chance for summer getaways is upon us. This month is also filled with many quirky holidays. National Water Balloon Day, Sandcastle Day,Continue reading “Write Away!”
Summer Reading
Last June I posted “Not Just for Kids” a piece about the joys of summer reading. And as the title suggests, it was a nod to adults to take part in this warm weather activity as well. Teachers often encourage their students to keep up and hone their reading skills over the summer, why shouldn’tContinue reading “Summer Reading”
Signs of the Time
I was reminded of a popular 70’s song by a Canadian rock group called the Five Man Electric Band last month while attending a local No Kings rally. If you’re a Baby Boomer you may recall the tune lead singer Les Emmerson penned while traveling Route 66 on a trek from Canada to Los Angeles.Continue reading “Signs of the Time”
How Do You Like Them?
While their time to shine is usually two months away, ours have been starring in many dishes at home as of late. Adding crunch, sweetness, and a slightly tart flair to salads, baked goods, and smoothies, this round yellow rose blushed fruit with its crisp flesh has been plentiful this past month. Botanically classified asContinue reading “How Do You Like Them?”
Up Against the Wall
Here in the states, we just celebrated the Fourth of July, the holiday that marks the adoption of our Declaration of Independence established in 1776. Parades, street fairs, backyard BBQs, and picnics are just a few fun events people participated in, followed by firework displays that showered the dark evening skies amazing spectators of allContinue reading “Up Against the Wall”
Whee!
E is for…excited, exhilarated, and elated! I am feeling all three lately because of another e. And that e is for…e-bikes! Although Robert accepted that we’ve been at a crossroad for a while, I’ve been reluctant to admit it. But in reality, we haven’t hit the trails on our Pivots since the pandemic ended. AndContinue reading “Whee!”
Oh Joy!
I find it hard to part with anything beloved. It might be a pair of shoes like my taupe Anne Klein Fabulist Pointed Toe Pumps that I bought to wear to a wedding ten years ago, the ones I was sure I’d strut around in attending other events, but no. They only saw the lightContinue reading “Oh Joy!”
A Journal Journey 