Monthly Archives: October 2013

remembering big treats

Halloween without kids is a different kind of gig. It’s not exhausting or overwhelming, and quite frankly, not as fun. When I was a kid, we lived in a neighborhood where we could trick or treat on our own, with … Continue reading

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fall is here…

The weekend was unremarkable, but quite perfect. We were part of something lovely on Saturday, and I had a big idea on Sunday. Bought a new Crockpot (*and used it all weekend long), flannel sheets, and a pair of black … Continue reading

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one more cup for the road

Yup, same cup. Everywhere I go, I always have my supply kit. Coffee, french press (sometimes a drip filter, just to change it up), one of the diner mugs, and a box of milk. Also, a few Kind bars, apples … Continue reading

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it wasn’t so gray

I spent the weekend at the coast, with cousins and conversation and memories and a lovely and deserving memorial for my uncle and aunt. And if you looked closely, it wasn’t so gray at all.

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sometimes gifts show up as opportunities

A friend of mine is running for Davis City Council, and I am helping him (see previous post). I have never done anything like this before. I have posted lawn signs, walked once, and still (proudly) have my Obama sticker … Continue reading

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why I believe in you

Because you show up and do the work, day after day, week after week, year after year. You are courageous and compassionate. You know what makes a community work, and you know how to help empower everyone who is part … Continue reading

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another weekend, another flea market

I thought I’d give the Sacramento Flea Market a try this weekend. It’s close to town, only happens once a month, and came recommended by my studio mate, Dane (if you’ve been to the studio, you’ve seen Dane’s talent for … Continue reading

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reliable

    This morning Steve and I were talking about how we were able to live this life, in this moment (and particularly in this month), because we are reliable. We have certain ways of doing things, and a certain … Continue reading

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a subtle autumnal

In northern California our fall colors are sneaky. They tip toe through October, and then for one weekend in November they have a dance off of color, and then they’re gone. We’re still in the tip toe part of the … Continue reading

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a sunday flea-ing (you have to say it fast to get the joke)

Lovely, quiet weekend. Steve is working like crazy, so we’re rationing our time for chores and play. He reseeded the lawn and we went out for Thai bar food (as in sitting at the bar, noshing on lettuce cups and … Continue reading

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