Vitalized, Organic
There are a few California writers I especially wish I’d been able to meet. John Steinbeck probably tops my small list; one summer, when when …
The Best Laid Plans
[The table tonight, April 2008.] I had such good intentions — really, I did. But then Friday was lost to a cooking frenzy, and Saturday …
What I Did this Weekend
Baked. Ate (a lot). Went for a hike. Slept (a lot). Got some sun. Played with dogs. Washed a truck. Ran into a friend and …
To St. Pat, with Cake
[Guinness chocolate cake, with Guinness, March 2008.] Otherwise known as “amateur night” by certain parties, St. Patrick’s Day to me is soda bread, Altan, Joyce’s …
Dear Kate, Remember that Cookie Recipe?
Dear Kate, Today is your birthday — I’m getting this in just under the wire — and so I am sending you virtual cookies. And …
For A Sweet New Year
The holidays for most of us equal family time — and this year was no exception. Now that I live near my parents I’m able …
Happy happy
[My holiday cards this year, December 2007.] We’re off to the beach to soak in some of this beautiful, sunny, clear (and cold) day — …
Solstice Eve
‘I have everything to make me glad I am alive. I am filled with dreams and mysteries. I am all sun and air and sparkle. …
Foodish Gifts
It’s almost time — I’m nearing the home stretch, and I’m ready. Just two more days of work (and hard work it is, darn it!) …