Blogging from my heart in Boise, Idaho
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 →
We all have the power to make a difference
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 →
I have been on a hiatus from blogging, mostly because of a few trips. One was to Minnesota to see my sister, another was a road trip to the Bitterroot Valley in Montana. Both trips gave me a much needed respite from the news. Since my return, the news is on a full scale tilt.... Continue Reading →
Looking back at last weekend and a beautiful hike to Blue Lake outside Cascade, Idaho
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