This Christmas, one of my dear friends gave me an absolutely wonderful and delightful book, My Last Supper. In the book, (the photographer and creator) Melanie Dunea asks famous chefs what their last meals would be. No, it’s not macabre (for the record, I love using that word!). Rather, it’s quite inspiring and amazingly beautiful.… Continue reading Bookworm: My Last Supper
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October is National (F-bomb) Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Are you wondering why gobs of buildings are illuminated pink…and why there is a proliferation of pink ribbons every (f-bomb) where? Well, it is because October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Prior to my personal experience with FBC (f-bomb breast cancer for new readers), I knew about National Breast Cancer Awareness Month only from the illuminated… Continue reading October is National (F-bomb) Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Bookworm: The Radiation Sonnets
The other day, I was going through Sweetly Six’s bookshelves and came across this book, Radiation Sonnets. WTF is THIS doing HERE, I wondered… Well, as with all things, I presumed that I was supposed to see this (book) when I was supposed to see it. I don’t remember buying this book, which means that… Continue reading Bookworm: The Radiation Sonnets
Friday's Fixin's: Let's go Out!
During this festive week, we have been frequenting our favorite Santa Barbara watering holes. Though Santa Barbara isn’t a culinary epicenter, we happen to have quite a few spots that we love, so I thought I’d share them with you (with high hopes that you get to come to Santa Barbara one day!). Renaud’s Patisserie… Continue reading Friday's Fixin's: Let's go Out!
Happy 4th of July…Through the Decades
In case you haven’t noticed, I love-love-love the 4th of July! It’s an easy, relaxed, pressure-free (i.e., NO GIFTS!) holiday. The decor is festive but not frivolous (though don’t get me wrong, I do love my frivolity!). The food is fresh and delectable. Triple Silver Lining. I also happen to think that the 4th of… Continue reading Happy 4th of July…Through the Decades
Must See Movie: The Intouchables
For the past few weeks, I’ve been hearing about the movie, The Intouchables. From my wonderful French teacher to my dear friend, Slim Paley, all I’ve been (lovingly, encouragingly) hearing is “You MUST see The Intouchables!” Well, lo and behold, tonight was “Date Night” and I transferred the “You Must” to “We Must” see the film.… Continue reading Must See Movie: The Intouchables