I hate to say it, but as the end of the year approaches, our creative endeavors are slowing. I mean – they’re not, but they are. Wha? Take this last week, for example. The most creative focus…
Hollywood Nights
The other night I was driving through Holly-weird and I saw the dangedest thang. An SUV was cruising along with a cup of coffee sitting on its back bumper. That in itself isn’t odd, but the fact that…
A Song of Thanksgiving
This blog post’s title seems almost proper. Not! Mister and I learned this song years ago, from a friend’s young niece. I think that niece is about grown now, so, well, I don’t know what to say…
Turkey Day Details
Are you flipping out right now? Too much to do and too little time? Take a deep breath. Take another. Repeat after me: It will all be okay – one way or another. Take another deep breath.…
And So It Begins…
It’s on, y’all. Oh, it’s on. The Social Season has kicked off and for us it began with an outdoor soiree, featuring a lovely jazz band. Not only did we enjoy the music, we also got to…
Crazy Larry – For Reals
This is a glimpse of my friend Crazy Larry’s drivers license. For reals. It is one of the most excellent license photos I’ve ever seen. That alone would be reason enough to share this photo (and hopefully…
Fried Turkey – The Basics
A few years ago Mister got a Turkey Fryer. He’s never looked back. And while I am perfectly content with a good, ol’ roasted bird, I, too, enjoy the deep-fried version. As much as I encourage others…
Gratitude Box
This is a Gratitude Box. I make one every year before Thanksgiving and force everyone I see during that week to participate in my Gratitude Box ritual. Basically, I provide small pieces of paper and a pen, then…
Passengers In Time, Lost In Motion, Locked Together
Here’s how it happened: I broke my own rule. Every year it’s the same. I tell myself that Christmas Socks and Christmas Music do not exist until December 1st. And every year, I adhere. Until this…