BASTILLE an idea
July 14 is known, by those who do not live in France, as Bastille Day. The French refer to it as la Fête National.
HERB AND SPICING an idea
Variety is the spice of life and herbs and spices are responsible for bringing some of that variety to our lives and tables.
PLANTING an idea
It is spring and at no time, at least in recent memory, have I ever been so delighted to be outside in our yard enjoying the sunshine. It is particularly gratifying to see how well our new garden that we planted last spring is doing.
Photo of a bee taken at Mount Vernon, VA
BEEING an idea
Beeing that April 22nd is Earth Day, it's a great opportunity to learn about BEES. What do they do for us, what can we do for them and how do we get involved in their care.
St. Paddie's Day Corned Beef and Cabbage Dinner
IRISHING an idea
St. Patrick is one of Ireland's most celebrated figures, though he wasn't born Irish and his birth name wasn't Patrick, it was Maewyn Succat.
Party in a Blue Moon
MOONING an idea
Supermoons happen when the moon's perigee - its closest approach to Earth in a single orbit - coincides with a full moon.
ORANGING an idea
Blood oranges are full of Anthocyanin which is the reason for the dramatic color. They tend to be easier to peel than other oranges, are sweeter and have fewer seeds.
LETTERING an idea
Love letters are personal, intimate and timeless. They are a piece of the soul and they share the many colors and textures of the heart. They are truth and passion infused with vulnerability, idiosyncrasy and…. well….love.
Exploring Switzerland: A Travel Journal
The words "journal" and "journey" are derived from the same root, "jour," a French word which means "day."
Set Your 2020 Vision: Embrace Possibilities
With a new year, brings renewal, opportunity, and self-reflection. It is a time for a new beginning and a chance to reset, set some goals and begin again.