Le Masque, by Joseph-Désiré Court Happy Mardi Gras! Today I have a reprieve from Spring Cleaning (though I don’t dread it enough to need a “reprieve”) because I’m packing for a trip. I’m waiting for my baby cousin to be born. Since I’m using air miles, not money, to fly down to California, I can …
“Lady Flora,” by Evelyn de Morgan I’m excited for Spring to arrive. So far we’ve had some sunny days, and my snow drops are coming up in the yard. Today I’m enjoying looking at “Lady Flora” and other spring-themed artwork. QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: If you’re a coffee drinker, is it time to clean …
The palest pink spring tulips I could find, now gracing my mantel QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: Do you have bags of books or clothing for charity? Put them in your trunk today and drop them off while you’re out doing errands. Get your errands done early today so you can relax and enjoy the …
Sea Salt Neroli Candle, from Caldrea – What I’m currently enjoying burning in my kitchen My approach to Spring Cleaning is to gradually do a little project every week night, then two major projects every weekend until I’m done. This way works for me because throughout the rest of the year, I work on something …
Some cheerful orange-and-yellow tulips perched in my kitchen nook It’s extremely windy today and the power is flickering. I’ve put on a huge kettle to keep hot so I can still have hot tea for a time if the power goes out. I’ll have to drive to a nearby Tully’s or Starbucks to get some …
Mrs. Meyers’ Spring Clean Kit, on Amazon It’s still winter here – it might even snow in Seattle today. But I’m ready to start my Spring Cleaning. I’d rather do all my heavy cleaning and organizing now while the weather is bad. That will free me up for sunny spring walks with my dogs in …
The view out my upstairs window. I like to work here in the morning, watching the snow or admiring the whiteness every time I look up from my laptop. February is over. How did you do with your goals this month? Did you remember birthdays, pamper yourself a couple times, go to any parties, throw …
Sunshine on the treetops across from my house, early in the morning Snow, frost, ice, hail and a cold snap have come to Seattle. Today I’m dressing extra warmly, making a huge pot of hot tea, and being very careful how I walk on slippery grocery store parking lots. QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: Get …
I was delighted to find golden raspberries at the grocery store yesterday! They taste a bit sweeter and less tart than regular raspberries, I find. What shall we do with our last week of February? Spring is coming slowly, and it’s not yet time to put away winter. QUICK THINGS TO DO TODAY: Make menu …
I own many beautiful things, but also some less beautiful, more functional items. Lately I’m reminding myself to use and enjoy my beautiful things. Today I’m not just slopping my morning tea into a mug I just microwaved. Instead, I’m pouring it into a delicate Art Deco teacup I bought on eBay a few years …