A couple of weeks ago, I met my friend Marlene at the mall for a cup of coffee. After coffee and conversation, we walked a few laps around the mall and then headed straight to the bookstore. We both love books, and it’s always fun to browse […]
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Zunday Zen … Earth Day Every Day!
My offering on Earth Day … Healthy gardening the non-toxic way.
Happy Friday!
Rain, rain go away … This could be the motto for the Portland area right now. It’s still coming down, but for some reason, today is going to be the only truly sunny day here in the immediate future. I’m planning on making the best of […]
Zunday Zen … Time’s Up!
Snap out of it, for winter’s gone! Fragrant cherry blossoms in the breeze …
Tasty Tuesday … The endlessly adaptable Salad Mix
After running a few errands the other day I came home, made myself a cup of coffee and went outside to drink in some long overdo sunshine along with my java. The warmth and glow of this strange golden object in the sky felt glorious […]
Zunday Zen … Just Kidding?!?
Sun! You sure fooled me with signs of spring all around! Where’s my umbrella?
Happy Friday!
The sun finally came out yesterday, and it felt heavenly! I sat outside for a while soaking it all in. The atmosphere was buzzing with spring fever all around me. There were the usual birds visiting our yard in search of some seeds, a lone chipmunk […]
Zunday Zen … Sneak Preview at Spring
Blue sky, sparkling sun. Winter a memory … As … spring blossoms unfurl …
Happy Friday!
As far as I am concerned, spring might as well make an early appearance around here. We had mountains of snow, some ice and freezing rain, the coldest temperatures in a decade and lots and lots of rain. Needless to say, I am ready for spring! May […]
Zunday Zen … A Winter Feast
Cold, hungry, thirsty The snowy table is set for a winter feast. This winter brought an unusual amount of snow to the Portland, Oregon area. Our backyard is a perfect restaurant for the many birds in our neighborhood. One of my favorite visitors is the […]
A Frog on a Log … A Fish in a Dish … and …
If there is one thing I can count on most days, it’s a message from my sister in Germany. She often sends short fun video clips that make me laugh. This one however was so amazing that I had to share it. I hope you […]
Tasty Tuesday … and the flu
After the holidays I’d been feeling tired and a bit of track. I figured that that, and the severely cold weather which is unusual for us here in Portland, must be to blame. Just as I was starting to get my energy back, I suddenly felt […]
Zunday Zen … Happy New Year!
If only I had a magic wand I’d wave it in the air I’d make the world a peaceful place for all of us to share! Until I have that magic wand to wave through the air I’ll continue to make my immediate world a peaceful place with […]
Happy Friday!
Hard to believe that 2016 is almost over! I won’t be going out on New Years Eve this year. How about you? Do you have any exciting plans to celebrate?
Tasty Tuesday … Red Lentil and Kale Soup in Golden Turmeric Broth
Christmas is behind us, except for those who are busy returning and exchanging gifts, or shopping all the After-Christmas-Sales. I’m not one of them, so I stayed home today. I very much appreciated the peace and quiet after all the frantic holiday craziness out in the world […]
Merry Christmas!
A Merry Christmas to all those dear who follow or not, my blog throughout the year. Every “Like”, well I like; and every comment I cheer So I send you all a big “Thank You” both far and near. This thank you is a small […]
Tasty Tuesday … German Black Forest Cherry Torte
If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you most likely know that I grew up in Germany’s Black Forest. My dad and I had birthdays one day apart, and sometimes celebrated on the day in between. On those special occasions, my mom would buy […]
Zunday Zen … Pacific Wonderland in Winter
Magical woodlands besprinkled lightly with snow in quiet stillness. Secretive Pacific wren breaks the silence with his song.
in cahoots with muddy boots 