Although I grew up in Houston, a big city, I may perhaps be a small town yokelette at heart. I say that because I still don’t understand modern art. When I was growing up and we went to MFAH on a field trip I saw a big white canvas that had one red stripe of …(Read More)
Easter is almost upon us. When I was growing up it was one of my favorite holidays, ranking #3, just behind Christmas and Halloween. Usually the Wed. before, my mom would boil the eggs. She had a very precise way of doing that. Any way other than hers, was just wrong; something she reminded me …(Read More)
I just realized that Christmas Eve is the day after tomorrow. Logically, I know that. But somehow, I still find it hard to believe. I don’t think I’ve ever been in a less Christmasy mood. I guess a lot of it has to do with the fact that it’s the first Christmas without my mom; …(Read More)
In Unforgettable gifts #1, I included gifts that could be given to friends and family alike. I know that for some of you, finding the “perfect” gift is truly important. So when I came across these, I just couldn’t keep them to myself. This time the gifts are just for those of us with XX …(Read More)
Fall is almost here. It is far and away my favorite time of year, Spring’s OK. I like the thunderstorms and the burst of color from plants that bloom early. Summer sucks in Houston- hot and sticky, then hotter and stickier. It’s good though if you want to feel like being in a rainforest in …(Read More)
