Full caps on THE in the title because we did it big. Tour of the Vatican, St. Peter's Basilica, Sistine Chapel, and the big surprise to me was Rafael's hall of paintings. Simply amazing and to be able to share the experience with two people we truly enjoy spending time with was a big bonus. … Continue reading THE Rome Trip
Loved and missed every day. Yet I feel you with me still.
When I was a teenager I had almost Brooke Shields' eyebrows. Yes I plucked then in my 20/30's I waxed and shaped. 40's? I fill in gaps and draw them in a bit because they are thinning !! Dammit!
May was full of adventure and visitors. We ventured south to the Amalfi Coast recently to enjoy the amazing scenery, perfect weather and inspiring cuisine and to scope out the drive before our visitors arrived. Amalfi Coast lives up to the hype, it's stunning and the roads are narrow, windy and a bit scary specially … Continue reading May 2017 Adventures
I'm not one to toot my own horn but in honor of my spiritual work this year I submit the following: Tonight I had a realization of something I rather like about myself. I tend to have a pretty good time in most situations (get your mind out of the gutter). If it's a planned … Continue reading A Pro Me Moment
The husband and I were on a trip to Las Vegas and I had won a special lunch date with none other than Dolly Parton by submitting a letter explaining who I was and why I wanted to have a day with Dolly, that's right! Dolly freaking Parton! It was going to be amazing. I brought … Continue reading Giada Wasn’t Having It
After such a rather serious post yesterday, I had a spontaneous thought when glancing at my bookmarks today. I'm very slowly gathering a nice little collection and hope to add to it. Since adulthood I have never turned down or marked inside a book (text books exempt) just because I personally like to keep books … Continue reading My Bookmarks
Last night marked the turn from Winter to Spring and I was reminded of my personal achievement goals for this year. Perhaps more accurately, I was reminded that I made goals but completely forgot what they are. Self Confidence Completion is Accomplishment (whether something turns out well or not, completion is accomplishment) thereby Increasing Self Worth. I had to … Continue reading Spring Equinox – Ostara
We visited a town in Southern Italy called Putignano to enjoy the oldest Carnevale in Europe. They can track it back to the 1300's according to our guide. The festivities got rained out. Deflated! So first we went to lunch and enjoyed some Italian food that was not our favorite but still very nice. … Continue reading Carnevale in Italy
Today is the pagan holiday Imbolc. Tonight we welcome the quieting of Winter and the approach of Spring. The Crone makes way for the Maiden in the turning of the wheel. Bright, warm blessings to all on this Imbolc. Today I am hoping the turning of the wheel brings some peace, love, good energy and a happy … Continue reading Preparing for the Sun
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