The morning after… #rancholazaca #homesweethome #germaninvasion And what a lovely invasion they were! #aka
Author: Frances
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Pretty morning light in the breakfast room, sending roses and California sunshine to our friends and family back East! #roses #prettylight #rancholazaca #homesweethome
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How lovely and unusual is this bouquet of narcissus, succulents, lavender, and lemon! The creation of the inimitable Danielle Hahn of @rosestoryfarm. Heck of a #hostessgift !
Hopeful New Year!
Greetings Dear Readers, as we gallop into 2016, I’m still catching up with ’15…Last year’s Downton Abbey for one. Didn’t you love the point-to-point? And how the closed captions said things like: “MAN: FASTER!” The clothes were pretty swell, too.
What Can We Do When We Feel There Is Nothing We Can Do?
What can we do when we feel “there is nothing we can do?” When we feel helpless and afraid after what happened in Paris, San Bernardino, and Los Angeles. And that’s just in the last few weeks. Here in the bustle and busy-ness of the holidays, amid the wealth and commerce that pervade our culture, we… Continue reading What Can We Do When We Feel There Is Nothing We Can Do?
Happy Thanksgiving Decorating and Beyond
Happy Thanksgiving from our ranch to yours. Here’s a glimpse of last year, in case you’d like a little last minute inspiration. These feathered turkeys have become a staple in the entry hall. I ordered them from the Internet (no idea the source, sadly). This is his mate on the opposite wall. You will notice they are both Toms.… Continue reading Happy Thanksgiving Decorating and Beyond
Chili Verde With Chicken and Vegetables–Great Do-Ahead for a Festive Gathering or Family at Home
A delicious, versatile, do-ahead dish, great for a crowd. You can dress it up for a party, or keep it simple for a cozy night at home. Either way it’s loaded with vegetables, full of flavor.
Need a Pat on the Back or a Kick in the Pants? This 4-Minute Chick-Flick Does Both.
It’s beautiful and inspiring and okay a little schmaltzy. But sometimes I like that, because I am, at heart, a sap. Anway it’s a good way to start the week. A dear friend sent it to me, and I thought I’d share. Watch it here: Today I Rise. Below are a few of the film’s images, in the background… Continue reading Need a Pat on the Back or a Kick in the Pants? This 4-Minute Chick-Flick Does Both.
Miracle on Madison Avenue
Today’s post is a kind of parable, and a true story. If you’ve had a crisis of trust or faith lately, or someone has let you down, this is for you. An extraordinary thing happened to me this week. One of those things that causes you to stop in the middle of whatever– and say wow, that was God, pure and simple.
Indispensable, Adorable Address Labels
Saw these on my friend HoneyPaper’s Instagram the other day and loved. Anything this tiny with packaging this exquisite has me at Hello. Went straightaway to order from HoneyPaper for myself and will do for gifts as well. (Heaven help us, we’re already thinking about Christmas. ) From a company in Boston called Felix Doolittle… …there… Continue reading Indispensable, Adorable Address Labels
Santa Barbara
April 2 – 30th Annual Celebrity Authors Luncheon, Santa Barbara