Vienies and more Vienies!
Back from the coast. A wet place. Joop took us on a fabulous 2h hike through the rain forest. Alot of hopping from rock, to root over puddles. The bridge was missing so we crossed the creek rock to rock. … Read More
Westport, West Vancouver
Today is Easter…Yah…I like Easter….I think Easter is great:-) –This was written by Peter as I got up and left my post for a moment!!! So, living in West Van has its benefits: Joops house is big, beautiful, and comfortable. … Read More
Crash Bam
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I rear ended a car driving up Clifton yesterday. The front end is a little damaged but the air bags didn’t deploy and the girls and I are ok even though the inpact caused Pip to cry hysterically. it was … Read More
Green Beer
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Back from the gym. Off very sooon to the speech path with dear little Pipi and the Tabs. Tabs throat still sore but no fever yet this am. Rented a movie last night for the first time in ages! Peter … Read More
Calabacita
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To satisfy you foodies out there, here is last nights menu: Sopa Seca de ArrozCalabacitaEnchiladas de pollo de picadillo In English: dry soup (spanish rice) ;sauteed zuchini,corn,red pepper and onion; and chicken,olive and raisin enchiladas.It was traditional Mexican and delicious.Most … Read More
Ego Boosters
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This is one of my favourite family candid photos. So I put it up for lack of an interesting current one. Out for supper last night to Fresco’s with PJ, T and Joop. It was most enjoyable with conversations about … Read More
CLOCKWISE
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Mistaya’s band “Clockwise” in concert last night. I think they were singing “Jack and Diane” in this one. Lynn Cody was excellent. I loved her! She was about my age, well spoken and interesting. I want to read her novel … Read More
The Art of Zen
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I have had requests for explaining how one zens one’s home and what is involved. So, here is my explanation: Zenning involves looking at a room in detail and deciding what should stay and what needs to go. Stay: objects … Read More
Squirrel Nutkin
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Silver’s new doo. Thought I’d be super chef and make a slow cooked stew Early this am. Chopped and mixed and turned it on only to come home to a cold pot of uncooked stew that had been sitting for … Read More
Zealot
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A small sample of my zealot style organizing–porcelain dolls and antique clothing finally displayed. Last french class on Monday–a whoopie dee doo party–quiet unfortunately. Theresa and Yoop and kyran this weekend. Will do some biking and a dinner party. Mist … Read More
Just Zenning Around
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My living room from two angels: Silver Zenned out.
The Pirates of the Mountain
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Wish I had something grand to brag about this entry…but alas, I do not. No…one after the other of my children have fought a nasty Kelowna flu bug and I have been nurse maid for many a week. And now, … Read More
Mommy
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Mommy is here this weekend. In great form and spirit. Brought me another fabulous end table to match my set. My living room is Zen. Love it. Tabs party was a success. 14 little girls in the house at once. … Read More
The Art of Zen and Penguins
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Zenning my home is anything but a zen activity. I’ve been going at it in a feverish rush. I must pause however, and prepare for the party as I have a cake to decorate, crafts to prepare etc. Pip is … Read More
MoJo Flow
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OK, so I spelled mojo wrong last time (corrected). Well, fear not,it is slowly returning. Came up with a game plan. First: Writing on hold until I get a bite. I will work T and F (5:30-7) early am towards … Read More