The Zen of Art Journaling with Tammy Koolbeck

I’m very excited to let you all know that this Thursday, September 24th, I’m starting a new art journaling course taught by my best friend, Tammy Koolbeck. This fun 7 week course called, The Zen of Art Journaling, will be held once per week over Zoom. Over the course of the 7 weeks Tammy will leadContinue reading “The Zen of Art Journaling with Tammy Koolbeck”

Self Care is Not Selfish

It is important to remember that self care is not selfish. In order to stay well, we need to take care of ourselves and skin care is an important part of self care. A good daily skin care routine, just like a good daily oral care and hair care routine, is a major part ofContinue reading “Self Care is Not Selfish”

Self care isn’t selfish and Loving My Life

Sadly, many people feel guilt over taking care of themselves but really, if you do not take care of yourself, you will not be able to take care of others. I know this because I used to be one of those people that felt guilty. Part of learning to love and appreciate myself, was learningContinue reading “Self care isn’t selfish and Loving My Life”

Life with Bunnies Series

Life with Bunnies Series – Is a Bunny Right For You? Bunnies are wonderful pets but it is important to keep in mind that they are unlike dogs. Bunnies are aloof and independent. They make great house pets because they can be litter trained, making them similar to cats. If you are thinking of aContinue reading “Life with Bunnies Series”

Delicious Sugar Cookie Recipe

Here’s a tried and true Sugar Cookie recipe! Growing up, over the winter holidays, I used to love to have a cookie baking weekend. My mother would allow me to move my little black and white tv into the kitchen and I would spend the weekend watching Gone with the Wind and Little Woman, cryingContinue reading “Delicious Sugar Cookie Recipe”

Covid Hair, Don’t Care… Well, More Like, Can’t Deal!

For the last 8 to 10 years I could not get my hair long enough, now it seems like I can’t get it short enough! I really did love my waist long hair, it was so beautiful (even if I say so myself. Lol). I got compliments on it any time I went out andContinue reading “Covid Hair, Don’t Care… Well, More Like, Can’t Deal!”

Daily Routines

Today is a cleaning day. I like cleaning, it makes me happy. Today’s goal is to water the garden, change the beds and do as much laundry as possible. I put the first load of laundry in the washer and a pot of soup on the stove for tonights dinner this morning.  I really hope toContinue reading “Daily Routines”

Binge-Worthy TV Shows

It feels like we are constantly running out of good tv shows to watch. I have to avoid scary shows because I am highly susceptible to nightmares. I do love drama and adventure but sometimes, you just need to watch something that is light hearted and happy! Watching Mystery shows is really pushing it forContinue reading “Binge-Worthy TV Shows”

Last of the Summer Wine – The best TV show you’ve never heard of!

My all time favorite show is Last of the Summer Wine! It’s funny to say that because when I first saw it on MPT, I hated it! I thought it was the most boring show ever and then… I actually gave it a chance. Lol At this point, I don’t even know how many yearsContinue reading “Last of the Summer Wine – The best TV show you’ve never heard of!”

Oatmeal with Blueberries and Almonds

Today by popular request I am posting my recipe for Oatmeal with Blueberries and Almonds made in a rice cooker! This recipe is inspired by Oatmeal with blueberries and marcona almonds that I had while staying at Colonial Williamsburg in Virginia. A couple years ago I was lucky enough to be able to visit ColonialContinue reading “Oatmeal with Blueberries and Almonds”