What sign? Did you see a sign?
It is another rainy day in Portland but I am determined that the weather will not get me down. I am starting my day with a positive attitude. My problems and challenges are still sitting at the kitchen counter with me, but I am approaching them with a bit of a John Wayne swagger mixed with a “win the day” mentality.
“Let us be grateful to people who make us happy, they are charming gardeners who make our souls blossom.” Marcel Proust
A little bouquet that I keep on my kitchen counter. I see it every time I make coffee or prepare a meal. It makes me smile. Continue reading “Friendship & Flowers”
Yesterday was a perfect Saturday for me. By 8 A.M., I was sweating at a spinning class, back home to housework and then quality time with Ginny before taking her to doggy day care. She loves playing with the other dogs and comes home tired, hungry and happy. I’m such a good dog mother! Continue reading “A Perfect Saturday in NW Portland”
I hope you don’t mind reading a tear-stained post.
I am crying right now…not sniffling, but crying, need to blow your nose crying.
I love to dress up!
Purses* or handbags, if you prefer, play a big part in my daily outfits. I change them often.
I used to leave the detritus that did not flow into the new bag in the old bag. This was fun when I might find a Benjamin Franklin stuffed in a zippered pocket but, for the most part, I found crumpled tissues, dried-out ballpoint pens and stale Luna bars. Or worse, a receipt that I needed a month earlier or an important business card. So much for networking if you misplace the business card!
Not happy with this system, I happened upon a better way… Continue reading “The Taming of the Purse!”
As an expatriate Southerner, I am amused and delighted to visit the South.
I am amused because as a girl growing up on the beaches of Florida, I could hardly wait to get out of town. It was such a boring place in my teenage mind! Sometimes we have to search far and away to find what we are looking for even it is down the street in our hometown. Continue reading “Shout out to The Shoals.”
A woman should be two things: classy and fabulous. Coco Chanel
I agree with Coco Chanel and could write volumes about being classy and fabulous from varying viewpoints to include self-confidence.
I like to feel put together regardless of whether I am at a country club or Walmart. I don’t wear clothes that are ill-fitting, shoes that are scuffed or nail polish that is chipped. Yet, I am a busy person so I have routines and products that help me look my best. Here are some of my favorite products. Continue reading “Classy & Fabulous…”
On November 3, I posted “Cherish One Another”. It was inspired by my friends’ lovely wedding reception. Continue reading “Why take your life?”
Feeling a little sad tonight as I enjoy my last night in Cabo. It has been a wonderful, leisurely week with walks on the playa, cervazas by the pool, siestas, and peace.
“Playa Cerrado” means the beach is closed but it doesn’t have to mean that the wonderful times are coming to a close. I plan to keep the spirit of my Cabo experience with me. Continue reading “Playa Cerrado”
Lori Greer in Portland 