Liz and I (and Ray on a rare occasion) have been taking a stained glass class at the Barnsdall Art Center in Hollywood. Liz and I are novices at stained glass; Ray, on the other hand, has done stained glass before and is pretty handy at it. Last night, Ray stayed home to tend to…
Month: March 2016
Vinyl
We are watching HBO’s new series, Vinyl, created by Martin Scorsese, Mick Jagger, Terence Winter and Rich Cohen. This is set in the early 1970’s and is about the music business. Bobby Cannavale is the lead as Richie Finestra and he is so far doing a fine job. Olivia Wilde plays Richie’s wife. Lots of…
Repost: Asian Lettuce Wrap Recipe
I made these lettuce wraps last night and they were quick to prepare and delicious. Also, it’s nice that they are quite healthy, which is always a good feeling especially when coupled with such a satisfying flavor. This meal also included roasted acorn squash, which were cut into bite-size chunks and cooked on a baking…
The Prompt: The Winds in Your Life
The Winds in My Life The winds of my life have been persistent, like the winds in Texas can sometimes be, constant, blowing your hair in your face, pushing your car door shut, sending that needed piece of paper in your hand skittering down the street as you chase after it. Not devastating winds, not…
My New Position at Story Circle Network
I am pleased and happy to announce that after five years as an online teacher for Story Circle Network, I will be joining this fine organization as their Online Class Coordinator. I am taking over the reins from the very able Amber Lea Starfire and will do my best to maintain the high standard of…
A Tried and True Cookie Recipe
We have a whole tree full of lemons right outside the back door. I grabbed one recently and made these cookies. Hard to beat! Lemon Coconut Almond Cookies 1 cup butter 3/4 cup honey or agave 1 tbsp lemon zest 1 tbsp lemon juice 1 teaspoon vanilla 1 cup unbleached white flour 1 cup whole…
Limping Back to Health
Limping back to health, one step at a time. Still have the chest congestion, but I definitely feel better. The best news is that our little Luna has finally shed her fevers and terrible cough and is back to her sweet self. The picture below was taken today to prove that she is back in…
Honestly, This Flu…
Let it suffice to say that I cancelled all my students today and spent another day in bed. This is one persistent little bug. Most of my family is sick too. Patient Zero is our own beloved little Luna, who is on the mend but still not 100%. I will say good night. Time to…
Cousin Charlie, RIP
My cousin, Charlie Leslie, passed away last night and my heart goes out to his family. Charlie had been facing lots of health challenges for a long time, but he was doing much better up until yesterday. I am certain that his wife and children are heart-broken over his sudden passing, along with his mother,…
20 Minutes a Day 