The leaves are changing, the nights are cooling, and somehow…our menu changes, too. There are apples in orchards–we’re visiting one this afternoon–and pumpkins to be picked and carved, and the last bit of summer goodness to eat. I had the best tomato salad EVER on W.A. Frost’s patio on Thursday night. I’ve always said this, […]
Julia & Julia…and Women in Art
What a delightfully fun movie! Go see it if you have a chance. [You can view the Julia & Julia trailer here.] WARNING: Do not, and I repeat, do not see it hungry! Don’t say I didn’t warn you. The food will have you salivating… Without giving anything away, there was a teensy bit of […]
Marble Painting, Hush Little Baby, Apple Peeling, Tea Party, and Makeup Rituals
We finally framed Liliana’s marvelous marble painting. We placed it in one of those Li’l DaVinci frames, which hinges open at the bottom when you’re ready to slide in the next masterpiece. The frame itself can hold up to 50 pieces of art! Such an ingenious design, in my humble opinion. I need to get […]
101 Simple Salads for the Season
Are you wondering what to do with all that fresh produce this summer? Look no further. Take a look at The New York Times, right here, for ways to spice up your summer salads. Don’t they look yummy? And simple? And on a separate topic: if you’re an indie movie lover, aching for creativity and […]
Remember One Thing
I’ve just finished my last book review (until I get another stack of books), and I’m on to the next thing: Liliana’s birthday this Sunday. This will be her first birthday celebration ever–that we know of–and I’m concocting a few surprises, so she’ll learn what it is to feel like the birthday girl. We’re celebrating […]