image from moneyning.comPart of being an adult, or even a mature teenager, is taking on life's responsibilities and managing them in a reliable fashion. Often it seems as if obligations become absorbed by us with little or no conscious awareness. You know, like when you no longer had a babysitter when your parents went out or you were permitted to … Continue reading Owning it
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She’s a little runaway
image from mycatwalk.comPerspective is an interesting thing, don't you think? I mean, I'm talking way beyond the half-full vs. half empty thing. I'm thinking instead about how one's viewpoint on a given situation, when shared, can provide a new understanding of the state of affairs (ha!) another is experiencing. Case in point: the other night while … Continue reading She’s a little runaway
Lark Street on a sunny day
What a gorgeous weekend, huh? For a change, I had nothing going on other than a series of mini-dates with friends. I got outside a bit, visited with my neighbors, and attended to some tasks involving seasonal wardrobe changes for myself and the boys. All in all a productive and relaxing couple of days. Lark Street … Continue reading Lark Street on a sunny day
Girls’ Night Dinner
Although it may seem that I'm constantly on the go, I think that phase of my life may be drawing to a close. As spring progresses, I am very much looking forward to spending more time at home, with the boys, a few projects and some friends. The other night Lisa and Yas were over … Continue reading Girls’ Night Dinner
The ABCs of Surgery
image from rehabstudents.comWith reluctance, I've become rather expert in being a surgical patient. Although I consider myself the picture of health (hello, I'm a triathlete!), in the past 10 months I've "gone under the knife" on three occasions - and not a single operation was cosmetic. Allow me to share some information I've gleaned from my … Continue reading The ABCs of Surgery
Perfect Spring Lunch
So the girls came up Saturday to reassure themselves that I was in fact fine, post-op. We had a wonderful visit and a lovely light lunch consisting of steamed artichokes with hollandaise. home baked bread with fresh rosemary and spectacular macaroons made my DelSo neighbor, Lori. As you can see, Lori's artistry exceeds mere graphic … Continue reading Perfect Spring Lunch
Pink Party
photo from Albert J GnidicaYou know how I always seem to have something fun to do immediately after surgery? Well, I had a little "procedure" on Thursday and naturally had an event on my calendar for the very next evening. Fortunately, the surgery went really well and I was in fine form to attend Matt … Continue reading Pink Party
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