While you might catch more flies with honey, it turns out you actually catch more fruit flies with vinegar. Most specifically, this is about two ounces of apple cider … Continue reading Honey or Vinegar: Putting an Old Adage to the Test
That’s it. I’m tired of embracing imperfection. From now on, I’m going to implement a plan designed to make me perfect. I will have perfect nutrition and a perfect exercise … Continue reading My Two-Year Plan
Today is our 12th wedding anniversary. I’ll wait for the applause to die down before continuing. Yesterday we drove out to Gloucester to celebrate our 12th wedding anniversary by spending … Continue reading The Apple-Crisp-and-Beach-Trip Anniversary (#12, of course)
Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford My rating: 3 of 5 stars What can I say about this book? I can say that I think … Continue reading Unconditional Acceptance: Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford
A couple of weeks ago, I made some homemade personal care items. Jury’s still out on how well they work for me. The cleanser/lotion is wonderful as a lotion but … Continue reading Potions Class
Having read The Help recently and about one-third so far of Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet, I’ve been thinking about books on the bestsellers list. Specifically, I’ve been … Continue reading A Vow to Write Poorly
Dear Maurice and Owen, I trust this letter finds you well. I know that the recent move has been a bit of an adjustment, but you seem to be growing … Continue reading An Open Letter to My Cats
…my toddler declaring, “Do yoga!” then proceeding to do a modified sun salutation including forward bend, down dog, up dog, and warrior 2. Now to teach him the Sanskrit names … Continue reading Happiness is…
This is my photographic response to this week’s photo challenge by The Daily Post. I like taking photos, especially for this type of challenge. I find it leads me to see … Continue reading Weekly Photo Challenge: Sunset
One of the great things about attending service at a Unitarian Universalist fellowship is how the services draw on so many religious traditions. Today was the Days of Awe service celebrating … Continue reading Bye, Bye Miss American Pie: Failing at Forgiveness
So, my shopping trip went off without a hitch. Three hours on my own, trying on clothes and shoes, attempting to test each item of clothing by recreating the contortions … Continue reading The Crazy Lady Goes Shopping
Well, sort of. In my family, my sister got all of the style genes. This includes being able to dress herself with confidence and the ability to apply liquid eyeliner. … Continue reading Hang Onto Your Hats: I’m Blogging About Fashion
Imperfect Happiness 