Visiting the Pacific Northwest, a photo preview
After sneaking off for a quick first anniversary trip to the Pacific Northwest, I’m remembering what it’s like to come home from …
Project Green Thumbs Season III: Pests and protectors
Hands down, my least favorite part of gardening is dealing with bugs. I recognize that I’m 10,000 times bigger than they are, …
My one big fat wedding regret: No moving pictures
I was shocked how well this fruit basket cake held up in the freezer. Of course I was an idiot and ate …
First anniversary: Hey Tim, thanks for marrying me!
To my love: Happy first anniversary! July 17, 2010 McClellan Chapel “You may now kiss the groom.” Yesssssss! Best friends. 🙂 xoxo, …
Turning points and transitions: Reflections on the first year of marriage
Our lives are marked by turning points. First words, first steps, graduations, jobs, relationships–these points of change we can easily identify and …
Thursday 13: The prerogatives and pitfalls of telecommuting
To keep from going stir crazy, I mix up my working from home with trips to my local “coffice” aka Starbucks. Occasionally, …
Amusing search terms: Google analytics, I adore you
The only versions worth spending money (and calories) on are the double-dipped caramel and chocolate. In the plain chocolate, toffee and almond …
Braving Bikram: Mindfulness and the yoga diet
Photo by Rob Owen-Wahl via stockxchng As exercise goes, Bikram yoga takes the cake in the intensity department. For 90 minutes, my …
Peahens, inappropriate bedtime TV & teenage nightmares come true
Goliath, all 12 fluffy white pounds of him, is not a guard dog. Size not withstanding, the poor fellow survives without 10 …
Magical thinking doesn’t make my pants fit: Developing a fitness plan
I sent this sad face to Mr. T when he said I couldn’t buy Magnum ice cream anymore. My fitness problems are …