How to live la dolce vita–no matter where you are

October 30, 2025
There’s a certain magic in the phrase la dolce vita—the sweet life. It conjures up images of sun-drenched Italian afternoons, slow sips of wine, conversations that linger, and hearts full of gratitude. But la dolce vita isn’t just about gelato and gondolas. It’s a way of living that...

Butcher, birds & breezes

October 26, 2009
We drove back from Miami through the Everglades on the "new" Alligator Alley yesterday. Didn't see any gators, though.It was a gorgeous early morning and the 'glades...

When you’re up the proverbial creek…

October 26, 2009
...better start...

creating yourself

October 25, 2009

Risks

October 25, 2009

Crazy ride

October 25, 2009
One of my friends recently admonished people who quote others. She believes they should find their own words, instead.I disagree.Even though I'm a writer, I think...

From today’s Postsecrets

October 25, 2009

Sunday inspiration ~ Psalm 123

October 25, 2009

Beautiful things ~ pink teapot with flowers

October 25, 2009

Sit Saturday ~ a bed of her own

October 24, 2009
No, this isn't Tinker. She hasn't sit still long enough for me to get a shot like this.She's been cramming her old, sore, crippled bones and joints into Riley's small...

Everybody dance now

October 23, 2009
M. has always wanted to take dance lessons. So off we went the other week, to our local Arthur Murray studio, conveniently located just a quarter-mile from our...

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