A birthday wish of hunger and hopefulness from Kim of Glover Gardens upon reaching 60 years + 1.

We’re finally back at Little House in the Rockies, taking some vacation time to enjoy the gorgeous fall weather at our little cabin in central Colorado.

I haven’t suffered from narcissistic abuse, but I have seen it and the damage it can do to a person. This poem in quadrille format describes the darkness and manipulation, and there are links to help resources.

An updated recipe for a family heirloom recipe for pickled jalapeños ‘stuffed’ with a creamy and piquant filling. It’s a keeper, my friends!

Recipes don’t have to be complicated to be good. This quick appetizer recipe pairs the sweetness of plums with the tart, silky-rich balsamic vinegar, and a pinch of sea salt gives it a zippy little punch.

A Wordpress prompt made me do the impossible: pick a fave from my many recipes. Beyond Banana Bread for the win! Texas-Tuscany Goat Cheese Spread was a close second.

One shaken, one stirred: check out these two recipes for light, refreshing and yet quite sophisticated summer cocktails.

A poem about wandering the streets of Paris alone, taking in the culture via the sights, sounds and smells, written at Charles de Gaulle airport just before heading home to Houston.

Recipe for a wonderful asparagus treat that can be a starter, a stalwart partner alongside a steak or other big protein, or a centerpiece for a vegetarian meal. This roasted asparagus is simple, savory, al denté and foodie-worthy.

With a vibrant array of flavors, this roasted salsa is perfect for dipping or as a topping, leaving a lingering, crave-worthy taste that’s both bold and refreshing.

An old photo of my Mom, Nancy Harvell, with an Olympic torch. The flame of her memory burns bright.

A set of Jet Lag Avoidance Measures and a shout-out to Funder Coffee in Copenhagen for beautifully fulfilling the “Coffee, Always Coffee” step for us.

Thomas Wenglinski leads a stellar group of jazz players at Austin’s Monks Jazz Club on Friday, July 19, 2024 – available for livestream.

Rooftop bars and restaurants like Level 6 are Happy-Makers. There’s an air of celebration, and the panoramic views they offer bring a sense of expansiveness and wonder into the vibe.

The cleanup begins, with the growls of chain saws joining the incessant blaring of 100-decibel generator engines in a post-hurricane duet that anyone in the hurricane belt will sadly recognize as the sounds of summer.

Here’s the Glover Gardens grilled chicken wings recipe, served up with reflections on how June sped by… as well as anticipation of an upcoming trip to Copenhagen and Amsterdam. I had pre-travel comfort food cravings and perhaps a little nostalgia about missing traditional 4th of July backyard barbeques while traveling.

An onomatopoeia poem in response to a dVerse Poets Pub prompt and the seemingly never-ending and scarily violent storms happening right now in our area.

A simple, quick and delicious recipe for.a homemade and awesomely spiced ranch dip / sauce that is perfect for Memorial Day or ANY day when you want an easy, creamy, tangy, YUM dip or dressing.

Our beloved Japanese maple is gone, but remembered, along the lines of the Japanese phrase “mono no aware”, and a lovely poem from another poet inspired this post.

A stellar BIG FOOD recipe for a crowd that has everything you want in a pasta dish: creamy, tangy, spicy, pungent, al dente and satisfyingly rich while still bright from the chunks of tomato and a nice protein, the perfectly-spiced, perfectly-cooked shrimp.