Welcome Author-Illustrator Kaz Windness – Giveaway Alert 🌟🌟 second chance!

Please note: Kaz has a second rafflecopter giveaway now open through 7/10/22. https://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/dbdc290e2/ I’m taking a pool day so this is a repeat interview with a ✨New✨ giveaway! I’m happy to have Kaz Windness on the blog. Her creativity is inspiring and fun. It’s hard to think about her without smiling; spending time with herContinue reading “Welcome Author-Illustrator Kaz Windness – Giveaway Alert 🌟🌟 second chance!”

Welcome Author-Illustrator Ashley Belote – Giveaway Alert

Today, I’m celebrating a book birthday with Ashley Belote and LISTEN UP, LOUELLA. Why yes, I am having cake to celebrate and you should too. Go get some to enjoy while you read our interview. I’m so excited to celebrate this book and Ashley who I’ve gotten to know over the phone, email, and messages.Continue reading “Welcome Author-Illustrator Ashley Belote – Giveaway Alert”

Summer Eating

This summer I focused on making healthy, colorful salads as a way to make sure I maintain my health during the stress of everything. I also spent extra time on creative combinations, challenging myself to make something different almost every day. My joy in creating beautifully plated meals has added to the fun of thisContinue reading “Summer Eating”

Meadow and Mountains

I’m fortunate to have this view just before I arrive home each day. In the fall and spring it’s often populated by elk as they migrate to and from higher elevations. But as a person who has loved cows since I was a little girl, this summer it has been a joy to see theContinue reading “Meadow and Mountains”

Best of 2017

Thinking about 2017, I’ve read so many best of lists – books, movies, cupcakes. I decided to choose best photo memories of my year. Wishing everyone a 2018 full of good memories. January: full moon through the trees February: First run of the day skiing with the sun and moon in full view. March: LenticularContinue reading “Best of 2017”