New Year’s Re-Solution

I first posted this New Year’s wish back in 2008 and I’ve linked back to it at least once since. But it seems an idea worth reinforcing, so I’m posting it as a way to remind…

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A Little Bit Festive, A Whole Lot Comfort . . . What I Wore to Lounge in Style (or not!)

Life on the island is considerably different than life in the city. Cycling and walking on muddy roads, clambering down slippery boat ramps, staying warm while crossing choppy waters, the pencil skirts and heels don’t…

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What she Wore — Knit Dress for Harriet

A bit distracted here with my daughter, son-in-law, and granddaughter Nola visiting for a few days, but thought you might like to see a photo of the little dress I sneak-peeked in this post. Nola…

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(Not) Slaving over a hot stove . . . or How To Delegate, With Wine . . .

Like me, my daughters are decent cooks who like cooking and baking, when it suits us. But we also know how to pick guys who enjoy their kitchen time. And we know how to let…

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Boxing Day changes . . .

 Backing Basking in happiness here. Boxing Day has long been my favourite day of the year — the work’s all done, the fridge is full of leftovers, and there are new books. Never. Never. and…

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