Just for you – a little Halloween Auto Art… And… And finally…
Brussels Sprouts Salad!
I love Brussels Sprouts. Not everyone does, I know. So if the hair on the back of your neck is standing up, at the mere mention of the little green orbs, this probably isn’t the recipe for you.…
Standing on the Corner, Suitcase in My Hand…
Yesterday morning, after posting about the passing of Hal Needham, I had no idea I would be facing news of the loss of Mr. Lou Reed. I was on my way to a Rock Camp brunch. Baker…
So Long Smokey, So Long Bandit
On Friday, Hal Needham – director of “Smokey and the Bandit” – passed away. He was 82. I quote “Smokey and the Bandit” more often than I can tally. It is one of my faves and probably…
Primo Party Night
Today is the Saturday before Halloween. And you know what that means: Primo Party Night. It’s been yonks since Mister or I have gone to a costume party. Non-costume parties, yes. And those parties are great. …
BBC News’ “In Pictures”
I have a particular page bookmarked and visit it regularly. BBC News has a section – “In Pictures” – and it features a lot of different arenas. There is always a “Day in Pictures” section, and there are…
An Awesome Read
I just finished reading Anne Lamott’s Bird by Bird: Some Instructions on Writing and Life. I’ve known about this book for about 15 years or so, but only now got around to it. Better late than never. …
Melodrama at Whole Paycheck
I was at Whole Foods the other day, and while I patiently waited my turn at the meat counter, I witnessed one of the best grocery store scenes I’ve encountered in ages. There was an elderly lady…
It’s Beginning to Look A Lot Like Hall-o-Giving-Mas
The other day I was at a hardware store and spotted a Christmas tree decked out in Halloween decorations. I didn’t have a camera or a phone with me, so you’re just gonna have to take my word…