Blogging from my heart in Boise, Idaho
I was really frustrated last night watching the local news, learning about the continual antics of certain Ada County Commissioners, the two individuals who are making decisions based on their politics instead of science. I am referring to their obstruction to nominating an epidemiologist to the Central District Health Board. I want to scream. Instead,... Continue Reading →
Summer Heat Wave Tips
If you don’t know already, I hike at least 2 miles every day with Murphy. When it’s hot, we go as soon as the sun rises. When the days are colder and darker, we head out as soon as we can. After all, Murphy’s mom has to work! This morning was an exceptional day on... Continue Reading →
I think a great deal of Americans and other nations have been in a funk for awhile now. We are tired of COVID, negative politics, nasty comments on social media, rude vehicle drivers. Let’s face it, things don’t seem to be going our way. Maybe things used to go your way, but you have to... Continue Reading →
I had to organize my freezer which led me to ask myself, why in the heck did I have so much fruit vacuum sealed at the bottom shelf. Oh yeah, I thought I would make pies. Dozens of pies. Not! So, I dragged it all out, weighed it to keep track, and cooked down 15... Continue Reading →
I have struggled since last week to write a blog post because of the swirling drama over the election, COVID surge and general feeling of gloom in America. Giving up or giving in? I am not sure what I need to consider for healing…..For that matter, what America needs. I have found that letting go... Continue Reading →
Let’s face it, we won’t know the election results for at least a week after next Tuesday. It’s inevitable given the absentee ballots and early voting we are watching in the national news every day. What impresses me is the amount of determination to vote, no matter what, no matter how long the lines are.... Continue Reading →
It is official harvest season from neighborhood gardens! All the posts I am seeing on social media confirm certain vegetables and herbs are ripe for the picking! Pun intended. My favorite use of basil is to make a paste instead of a pesto. For one thing, not adding nuts or cheese makes my paste easier... Continue Reading →
Found this online from the City of Alameda, California. Please wear a mask.
I am at a loss for words over the devastating events from the past week. Senseless murder from police brutality. Ongoing racism in America that has festered worse than a virus. Anger levels at a peak that is not going to diminish this time. Amid so much sorrow, there is evidence of solidarity from protests... Continue Reading →
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