This is little something my Mom passed along.  Worth a read to the end. I've learned... I've learned that I like my teacher because she cries when we sing "Silent Night." Age 5 I've learned that our dog doesn't want to eat my broccoli either. Age 7 I've learned that when I wave to people in …
Moving Forward
Let's honor the life of Martin Luther King Jr. Let's own our shortcomings and build on our progress. Let's keep moving forward!
Love a Good Rub?
If you like pulled pork (or ribs, or pork tenderloin), this dry rub is for you! So simple with just 6 ingredients, yet great flavor that you can enjoy as is or with any of your favorite BBQ or Asian sauces. Perfect the big game this Sunday - go Pats! Mix together... 1/3 cup paprika 1/4 cup black pepper 1/4 …
Pretty (and simple) Tablescape
So I am a little late for Christmas, Hanukkah, and New Year holidays... but just saw this tablescape and thought it was pretty neat. By the way, we did make the roses out of fall leaves, however I forgot to account for them drying out. Ours definitely get crunchy after about 24 hours. Putting stems in water …
Stamping It Up with Potatoes!
With so much going on in my kids' teenage lives these days, simple "throw back" but creative ideas just seem so right. Click on the photos to get step by step directions on the HGTV website. (Coincidentally their Art Classes at M. Walker Studio are now focusing on print making. Love seeing how their brains work …
You’ll be Thankful for this Cookie Recipe!!
Ariko's Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Can not thank my good friend Ariko enough for this amazing cookie recipe! We met at San Jose State while both in Grad School way back in 1993 and I have been making these ever since. For over 20 years I have shared this recipe with only a few special …
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A humble “Thank You” to all of our Veterans…
I could never truly understand all of the sacrifices you have made. I do, however, deeply appreciate the life of freedom, the privileges, and the many blessings I enjoy because of your service. To all who have served our country near and far, and to their family & friends... thank you.
Rest in peace Maya Angelou… may your legacy of truth and openness live on in each of us
open your eyes to the beauty around you, open your mind to the wonders of life, open your heart to those who love you, and always be true to yourself.
Black Bean Brownies – Yuck to Yum!!
Black Bean Brownies  Listen, I thought the same thing – yuck – but I was so curious, and they came highly recommended so we gave this recipe a whirl.  My opinion quickly shifted from yuck to YUM! Not the ooey gooey brownies that I love so much, but they definitely satisfy a chocolate craving. One …
Make Mom Happy!
I know, I know, as a Realtor I am always telling clients to declutter, get rid of things, put the extra "stuff" away. Probably no surprise that as a Mom, I am also saying the same thing at home to my kids, husband, and even our dogs  (crazy how many dog toys I can find …
Be Home. Be Well. 