Yesterday I thought I’d check the old pool shark, just to see what temperature the water has reached. It’s been hovering around 72 F of late, and I expected it to be somewhere in that neighborhood. As we…
Lipstick, Earrings and a Comb
A few days ago I posted a piece about finally getting a fireplace wall finished. Details can be found there, but suffice it to say I’m pretty darned happy to be finished with that project, as it was…
Humdinger of a Hummingbird
For some reason, we have quite a few hummingbirds buzzing about the New Pad. (They’ve even flown inside the house.) Maybe it’s all the crack nectar we make and put out for them. Whatever the reason, it’s cool.…
It. Is. Done.
So I’ve been working on a fireplace wall for, well, what feels like forever. And I am happy to report that as of last week, it is done. Let me remind you of where I started.…
Living Wall
A while back I planted a “living wall.” I’d wanted one for some time, and finally found a small enough version to suit my needs. I’d like to say I have a green thumb, but that isn’t…
Best Friends
I haven’t had a dog since I was a kid. And though Mister and I occasionally talk about getting one, it simply isn’t practical right now. For one thing, the only yard we have is in the front…
Once Upon a Time…
Once upon a time, last week, I had several errands to run. After mentally mapping my route, I realized I could ride my bike while checking items off my list. And so I set out… For some…
Art on The Ceiling
Twenty-some-odd years ago, I was reading an interview with Madonna and the writer spoke of visiting her home. I don’t remember one thing about that piece other than a description of a painting hanging on the ceiling…
CitySeat Bike Seat Covers
Recently I read about a product and knew I had to try it. It’s a padded, washable bike seat cover from a Brooklyn-based company, CitySeat. I ride my bike for exercise and to get around. And though…