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This is what I had for lunch today. It was wildly wonderful… stunningly delicious. I got the recipe out of a cookbook I’m enjoying from the library that has photos of every step in a recipe. It is perfect for visual learners like me when a picture is worth a thousand words. It is … Read more
In our busy household, we love food that can be easily warmed up to instantly be a complete, wholesome meal. This soup fits that bill; it combines protein, whole grain fiber, vegetables, and most importantly, delicious flavor. This soup is so unique, it is a welcome departure from anything else you are used to … Read more
During the stellar weather we’ve been having lately, I’ve enjoyed these flowers…
As of yesterday, we have a bridge being replaced on one of our most commonly used back roads. For six months we will have to go a less direct and less familiar route. These photos are of my new view, taken out of the car’s window on the way to an early appointment.
I have the best blog readers. Shared below is the response I got from a blog reader (who is an Episcopal priest in Georgia) regarding the poem I wrote yesterday. I thought it was wonderful, complete with its great internal rhyme scheme. Thank you! Tattoos (Apologies to Polly) What do you have tattooed on your … Read more
Tattooed on Your Heart What do you have tattooed on your heart? What is irrevocably etched on your soul, your being, your character? Is it lovingkindness, gently giving voice only to good? Is it quietly getting done with poise and focus what needs to be accomplished? Is it gratefully making the most of what you’ve … Read more
Today was the first time I’ve been to the Farmer’s Market all year since between our garden and our weekly CSA haul we have been inundated with seasonal produce. But there is nothing like a lovely Saturday morning at the farmer’s market, and it was good to be back. In the bottom photo you can … Read more
Hands on homeschooling has many hours where I need to be present for the discussion of ideas or the supervision of work, but my hands can be busy.
This is spicy, delicious, and deeply satisfying… Mexican noodle casserole 2 cups whole wheat penne pasta 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese (about 6 oz.), divided 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided 1 cup fresh whole wheat bread crumbs 1/4 cup butter, divided 1/4 cup whole wheat flour 1 … Read more
It took my daughter three hours this morning to pick the last of the New Pond Farm zinnias… Mixed in here are also photos of some of our other booty gleaned today from the garden…
I really enjoyed this book and stayed up late last night finishing it. It is about two widowers who fall in love in their sixties with someone each of their respective families consider most inappropriate. Major Pettigrew, a proper Englishmen, and Mrs Ali, a Pakistani shopkeeper, are a wonderful pair that you root for all … Read more
Here are some images from the current Ridgefield Guild of Art Juried Show. I have never submitted to this show as its entry dates always overlap with my trip to art camp in Maine. I thought this show was particularly good this year…
I’ve been experimenting with black & white photography lately, fascinated by the range of values and the effects of light…
At Creative Arts Camp this fall, when I learned more about underpainting, I remembered a painting I had done mostly as therapy to get over some upsetting news. Not surprisingly under those conditions, it had come out terribly and I knew now that I could definitely save it by relegating it as a first layer … Read more