Gardenias are blooming this time of year in south Florida, and my gardenia bush is FILLED with them. They only bloom twice a year and only last for a short time. Sort of like a birthday, I wait all year, looking at an empty green bush, knowing that only in April or May and again in late summer will I see and more importantly smell the beauty of them. Sniffing a gardenia … [Read more...] about Savor the Moment.
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You Take the Wheel
Here it is Monday again. Hard to believe it's May 17 already! Weren't we just getting through the winter holidays trying our hardest to NOT put on those 7-10 pounds? Now there is a good chance that where you are sitting, bathing suit weather IS HERE. I know I wore one both Saturday and Sunday. It's great to be back in the pool and even though I am not swimming laps yet, I … [Read more...] about You Take the Wheel
Stuffed and Gone Bananas
Last night's dinner was a lot of fun. I ended up making way more food than necessary, but had to try some new recipes. I made a tray of stuffed mushrooms following a video I saw on the net. I sauteed some garlic, onions and peppers and fresh oregano along with the mushroom stems and a few of the mushroom caps that broke and then ran them through the food processor. Added … [Read more...] about Stuffed and Gone Bananas
Earth Day’s Birthday
Today marks the 40th birthday of Earth Day. Environmental concerns have changed a lot over the 40 years. What started as an effort to clean up things we could taste, see and smell, we seem to now be faced with much larger issues like global warming and creating clean and healthy energy for our future. I still believe each and every one of us can make a difference, each … [Read more...] about Earth Day’s Birthday
The Man in the Mirror.
Yesterday was the culmination of a great weekend. Wine tasting was fun Friday night. The live music was fun on Saturday night. Totally enjoyed the sound. Loved the female's voice. Sweet 903, with drummer, (and kickboxer) Todd. Thanks for the invite, Carol. Yesterday it was time to go out, to go in. I spent a lot of time outside, despite the rather constant rain. … [Read more...] about The Man in the Mirror.