Old Spitalfields Treasures

Every Thursday (when I am in London) you will find me at Old Spitalfields Market bargaining for baubles and bits, immersing myself in all things antique, searching for the peculiar, visiting with the "old guys" and the eccentric stall operators, and adding to my ever-growing collection of sterling silver.  If you are ever in London, … Continue reading Old Spitalfields Treasures

Early London Mornings at Eve’s

Without a doubt, Eve's Cafe on Great Russell Street is my favorite way to start a day in London.  Eve's is small, delicious, and almost southern in it's warmth and charm.  One of the owners, Manny, is bear of a man. He gives the best hugs and is always happy to see me.  I feel … Continue reading Early London Mornings at Eve’s

Be a People Gardener

Gardeners are grounded, down-to-earth, nurturers. They are giddy for the opportunity to play in the dirt and are delighted at the bounty that nature offers. The tiniest bloom may be a huge accomplishment and they celebrate each one! 🌱🌿🌳 Gardeners nurture—pruning away the dead and broken to allow their subjects to grow stronger and reach … Continue reading Be a People Gardener

Give it your all

Watching my 100-pound chocolate lab, Bear, play in the lake this weekend inspired me to strive to be more like him. Bear is a role model for life. Well, maybe he eats a little too much and maybe he has been known to destroy a gutter or two, but don't we all have things in … Continue reading Give it your all

Scatter Seeds

A year or so ago I met a sweet older lady who gifted me some dried flower pods. She told me to "scatter 'em in the dirt and walk away." So, being a woman that respects her elders, I did just that--I scattered those seeds on hard, red clay dirt at our lake cabin and … Continue reading Scatter Seeds