Back in the Saddle Again

At least momentarily, anyhow.  And so very glad! Just to update you a bit on what's happening, we are still waiting for the transplant team's call; they say it could come at any time.  Patrick is right at the top of the list.  Keep sending those good vibes our way.  We will need to be … Continue reading Back in the Saddle Again →

Santa’s Coming to Town

"Alas! How dreary would be the world if there was no Santa Claus!... There would be no childlike faith then, no poetry, no romance to make tolerable this existence." - Francis P. Church, New York Sun, Sep. 21, 1897

Tiny Conversation

Emma P. Buttercup: So, Mom, when are we getting back to work? Me: Soon, baby girl, soon.  My fingers are itching to make something pretty. Emma P.: Good.  I've missed keeping you company out here.  And I'm hungering for some stray styrofoam peanuts to gnosh on when you're not looking.

Fabulous Find

It was impossible to resist this fabulous vintage Italian Olympic ski jumper.  Isn't it wonderful? I got a figure skater, too!  She's all dolled up in a hot pink skating dress with white fur trim. Her face has seen better days but then, let's face it, so has mine. It's ok - she will shine … Continue reading Fabulous Find →

Summer Interlude

It's been awhile, I know, so I wanted to pop in and let you know that I'm still here. Summer has come; the heat and humidity are a force to be reckoned with as is usual here in Richmond.  It cheers me to look out this tiny old window in the kitchen as the crape … Continue reading Summer Interlude →