Italian Apple Dishes, at Sur La Table Do you have all the things you’ll need for fall? Fire logs, matches, rain boots, raincoats, leaf bags, a rake, caramel or pumpkin scented candles? Kleenex packets for coat pockets? Caramel for dipping apples as an occasional treat? Decorative pumpkins, gourds and ornamental corn? QUICK THINGS TO DO …
QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: – Need to fill up with gas for the weekend, get cash out of an ATM? – Go through your fridge and throw out any leftovers or takeout food or sack lunch leftovers from the week. You’re probably not going to eat them this weekend if you haven’t already by …
Cafe Cup, from Tea Forte Women are the caregivers of the world. We take care of our husband/partner, children, relatives, friends, and pets first. Only then do we stop to take care of ourselves. But if we don’t take good care of ourselves, we’ll have nothing left to give to others. This autumn, give yourself …
Rayon Pashminas, at Wrapables Happy Autumn Equinox! With our Indian Summer weather here in Seattle, I’m struggling with what to wear every day. Mornings and evenings are chilly, so I’d want long sleeves, but our afternoons are very warm or even hot. I definitely need to layer. It’s not time for a coat, and a …
This is one of those days that’s a total blur of activity mixed with interruptions. If the phone rings one more time, I am going to scream. I have a carpet cleaner coming, I’m on the phone every half hour with a programmer working on one of my websites, the post office came early and …
I’m back home again after living with family in another town for the past several months while we worked through a family crisis. It’s amazing to sleep in my own bed again, and my cats have forgiven me for my long absence and are cuddling me right this second. Today it’s a nice sunny Sunday, …
Mosaic Oil Warmer, at Bath & Body Works The stores are filling up right now with beautiful autumn decor. Oranges, browns, greens, purples, and dark reds adorn bedding, candles, table linens, kitchen towels, and dishes. Target, Craft Warehouse, Michael’s and Joanne’s crafts stores are particularly dangerous right now – yikes! QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: …
I just got back from the Chelan County Fair. Now that I’m full of lemonade and funnel cakes, I’m going to get a couple projects done in the house I’m housesitting at. QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: – Start a load of laundry; fold and put away any clothes that might have been on top …
9-9-09. I’m not superstitious, but I’m getting a kick out of today’s date! I’ve decided it’s going to be a lucky day. But luck is what you make it, and instead of running out to buy a lottery ticket, I’m going to work very hard on all my projects today. Then later tonight, I’ll enjoy …
QUICK THINGS TO DO TONIGHT: – Clean one shelf (or two door pockets) in your refrigerator. Remove everything, sanitize, and throw out any spoiled food – Is it time to clean your fans and put them away for the year? It’s been so nice (and chilly) here I haven’t used my bedroom fan in over …