May 2, 2026

It's Back

Photo: The Family Portrait

The family portrait had become faded and rather sad. We contacted the photographers and after a bit of a delay finding the negatives from 1997, they recreated it and it is "home" in its original spot. It's the little things in life, that make my heart sing.

Love you beyond the moon.

Me


 

May 1, 2026

Happy May Day

Photo: My African Violet

 Yesterday was another rainy day in Texas. 
My indoor plants needed watered 
and I noticed that the 
African Violets were blooming. (3 of them)
The meaning of a African Violet:
Their constant blooming symbolizes 
unwavering loyalty, faithfulness,
 and deep affection. 
Gifting them conveys respect,
trust, and a commitment 
meant to last a lifetime.
Happy May and Happy Friday.
Love you beyond the moon.
Me


Apr 30, 2026

A Toast

Photo: Larry

 Last night at dinner, 
Larry toasted his good friend Jeff. 
Jeff, a high school friend, 
celebrated a birthday yesterday 
and Larry remembered him 
with a toast.
 Birthday are the BEST. Happy Birthday Jeff.

Love you beyond the moon.

Me

Apr 29, 2026

Toast and Butter

Photo: Bread Dough Rising

 Yesterday, as the bad storms approached Dallas,
 I baked a loaf of bread to distract myself.
It was a new bread recipe, 
and I did not have to knead it.
(because of an injured right hand)
The new recipe is wonderful.
Even when my hand is 100% healed, this will be my go to bread recipe.
Photo: A Rustic Loaf

My favorite thing to do with a loaf of homemade bread is.....
Make toast and butter it with French butter.
Happy Wednesday.
Love you beyond the moon.
Me

Apr 28, 2026

The Delphinium Plant

Photo: by Robin

 Last weekend, Larry and I shopped for plants.
We usually shop by project, not doing 100% of our gardens at one time.
While shopping, we had combined projects 
and in the process, I became overwhelmed.

It was then I saw this gorgeous delphinium plant.
The way it was sitting in the sun took my breath away 
and was the perfect time to stop 
for a moment and re-charge.

Please remember, in the crazy world,  
it is good to stop 
and take in the beauty around you.
It reminds us what is really important.
Love you beyond the moon.
Me


Apr 27, 2026

Dinner and a Movie

Photo: Peanut Butter-Sugar Cookies

 Sunday Dinner and a movie menu:
Filet Mignon
Baked Potato
Sautéed Squash
Peanut Butter Cup-Sugar Cookies

Our movie was,
Dan In Real Life

Larry was working on errands and 
I made the entire dinner myself...
starting with the cookies.
A first since the accident.
Things are getting better.

Have a happy Monday.
Love you beyond the moon.
Me