Songs of Spring

My Job ( Post for April 17, 2012)

I was griping to my Dad about something insignificantly irritating, regarding my job at Sony Pictures Television. His response,"Geez, I wish I had a job to complain about." Every job has its ups & downs, but I can safely say this is one of the best I've had. I am extremely grateful to work here:

Social Networking (Post for April 16, 2012)

Social Networking can be a blessing and a curse, but mostly the former. I am grateful for the chances to reconnect with and/or to stay connected to people who are special to me.

My Husband's Cooking (Post for April 15, 2012)

Grilled Mac 'n' Cheese with Bacon & Swiss = I'm a lucky gal.

Hangouts Close to Home (Post for April 14, 2012)

Street Art (Post for April 13, 2012)

Night Lights (Post for April 12, 2012)

A Change of Tastes (Post for April 11, 2012)

Finding out you like something that you didn't used to like is not so bad.

Sometimes, Opportunity Knocks Rudely (or knocks down your door trying to get in) - post for April 10, 2012.

Sometimes, when we feel truly unlucky, and circumstance buries our hopes underneath a pile of mud, the seed of opportunity is waiting beneath, ready to burst to flower.

Water Fight!!!!!! (Post for April 9, 2012)

Who doesn't love a good ol' fashioned water-balloon fight?!

Easter Sunday (April 8, 2012)

A lovely day consisting of a delicious homemade brunch (Bacon, Eggs, French Toast with Lavender Maple Syrup), egg dyeing, and hanging out with family & friends. A great time to reflect on all that is here for us.

Garrett (Post for April 7, 2012)

Talented, handsome, and one of my favorite people in the world. I'm glad I can say that I grew up with you & I'm so happy to know you, Mr. Garrett Kline. Happy birthday. Enjoy your Saturn's Return =)

Lena

To my favorite Aries ;) :

Confidants, sisters, soul mates, best friends in all the universes in existence: It makes me so happy that we get to share these things for the rest of our lives & beyond. I love you so much. Happy birthday my Lenabuns. I wish we could be together today.

Jeremy (Post for April 5, 2012)

To my husband, my partner in cuddling, (my partner in everything), the love of my life: happy birthday, Sweetums! When we're together, I'm the happiest girl in the world. I don't know what I'd do without you, my handsome man. I love you so much.

Chocolate (Post for April 4, 2012)

I exceeded my monthly sugar intake limit in one day, by way of Chocolate Easter Bunny & German Chocolate Cupcakes ;)

Baking

It's therapeutic =)

Cabinet of Curiosities

Kareena (Post for April 1, 2012)

To my newest niece, darling, sweet Kareena, I can't wait to see who you become! It's funny how much you can love someone after knowing them for only a short time. Happy first birthday, Kareena!

When Sidewalks Talk ( Post for March 31, 2012)

In L.A., the buildings, windows, powerlines, streets, & sidewalks speak to you.

A Good Breakfast (Post for March 30, 2012)

The best breakfasts are healthy but delicious, just like this Blueberry Muffin Oatmeal. Mmmmmmmmmm.

Dark Chocolate Covered Pretzels (Post for March 29, 2012)

Lip Balm

Lip balms are one of life's simple little comforts. Savannah Bee's Earl Grey is my top choice of all lip balms. So soothing and tastes just like the tea!

Foot Rubs (Post for March 27, 2012)

Robert Frost

Design

I found a dimpled spider, fat and white,

On a white heal-all, holding up a moth

Like a white piece of rigid satin cloth-

Assorted characters of death and blight

Mixed ready to begin the morning right,

Like the ingredients of a witches' broth-

A snow-drop spider, a flower like a froth,

And dead wings carried like a paper kite.

What had that flower to do with being white,

The wayside blue and innocent heal-all?

What brought the kindred spider to that height,

Then steered the white moth thither in the night?

What but design of darkness to appall?-

If design govern in a thing so small.

-Robert Frost

(March 26, 1874 - January 29, 1963)

Going to the Movies (Post for March 25, 2012)

We dashed on foot, in the rain to make it to the 1:20pm showing of the Hunger Games at the Laemmle NoHo7.

Shopping Therapy (Post for March 24, 2012)

Every now & then, I save up enough to treat myself to a couple of things (which usually end up being clothes or good food). I like to think of it as therapy by way of shopping. Most women can probably relate ;) It's a luxury that I can only afford on occasion, but it's one that I try not to take for granted.

Faces on Inanimate Objects

Olivia

Being an aunt is one of the happiest things I've ever experienced, especially when one of your nieces is this little girl. Happy birthday, sweet, giving, funny, loving, playful, affectionate, wonderful Olivia.

Spring

The season of newness, love, growth, & warmth is here =)

Soul Dog

There is a little hot dog joint down the street called Soul Dog, that serves delicious soul food on perfect, snappy franks. On the menu tonight was the Braised Short Rib Dog, but the go-to is The Original: All-beef hot dog, sweet potato puree, crispy bacon, & collard green relish.

Organizations that Help & Heal (Post for March 19, 2012)

Here are just a few: