Blogging from my heart in Boise, Idaho & Realtor® Fathom Realty
My best memory of the beloved Buddhist teacher, Thich Nhat Hanh, is celebrating a Day of Mindfulness at Deer Park Monastery in Escondido in 2014. On my birthday day, too. I will be forever grateful that I was fortunate to listen to Thay teach that wonderful day. In case you are wondering, Thay is the... Continue Reading →
I found a recipe for almond cookies with almond flour that would work for friends that are celiac. But the ingredients, despite being simple, need a bit of something to have my mark on it. I was going to use orange or almond extract instead of vanilla, but I changed my mind. So, finger tapping... Continue Reading →
In November 2021, actor Andrew Garfield was on Steven Colbert’s The Late Show "I Hope This Grief Stays With Me" Andrew Garfield Andrew’s raw emotions showed what a loving person he is. And he was not in the least bit hesitant to talk about it. We should all be open to talking about our feelings... Continue Reading →
I woke up with a start this morning from a dream that had abandonment issues. The news of a dear friend with a cancer diagnosis had me in a funk yesterday, thinking about others who have left me in my past. Grief is an odd devil of sorts, popping up when you least expect it... Continue Reading →
On a quest to eat more plant based foods, I discovered trumpet mushrooms. They have other names such as king trumpet mushrooms, king oyster mushrooms. I love the versatility of how you can cook and season them. Last week I sliced them lengthwise, sauteed them until brown with just a bit of salt, pepper, thyme... Continue Reading →
I was invited to a private tour two weeks ago at the Idaho State Museum to learn about an important exhibit "Trailblazing Women of Idaho". What an experience! I learned so much more than I thought I knew about Idaho. Rather than explain, I want you to go to the museum before this exhibit ends... Continue Reading →
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Since attempting a more plant based diet, I have become obsessed with tofu. I researched how to make it taste better, and found that pressing the moisture out is key. A few friends suggested freezing the tofu and after defrosting that it would taste “meatier” but I am not fully convinced. So pressing is my... Continue Reading →
Let’s face it, our lives have been upended since 2019. The do’s and don’ts have been overwhelming, the should and should nots are difficult to keep up with. I for one am exhausted. But it’s not what you think. I am tired of the negativity! I have been telling friends that America has become an... Continue Reading →
The furry friend in this photo has a much easier time that his humans in the winter preparations, but he is still appreciative! The weather is cooling off and most of Idaho is seeing sub-freezing temperatures during the night. However, it’s not too late to winterize your home. Here are some tips to keep your... Continue Reading →
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