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Let’s Make Tembleque!
Tembleque is a delicious coconut custard dessert that I have loved ever since I could remember. I always made it using the box mix available in the Goya section, but the other day I tried it from scratch when I couldn’t find the box at the store. I was quite…
Rebate Rejection Rant
Today I was rejected through the mail for a rebate on some vodka because I am evidently “not of valid age to participate.” Ok. That’s a first. I mean, a few years back I’d get carded here and there – and occasionally still do, I might…
A Thank You Note to My Mom
A Thank You Note to My Mom When I am sad, your tears share my pain. When I am happy, your joy echoes the same. In my mirrored eyes, I can see you there, reflected back at me. In many ways you are me as I am you and of this gift I strive be be worthy in what I do….
Tie Dye Canvas Shoes with Sharpies!
Here’s my latest craft: Tie Dye Shoes, but with Sharpies and Rubbing Alcohol! I have had these shoes for 21 years (and no, I am not exaggerating!). They were white shoes, but the years were not kind to them in back of my closet. Even after washing them in the…
End of an Era – Let’s look at the positive…
Well, I was officially let go from Psychedelic Revival today because I rely too much on my phone for lyrics. While I can understand it’d be nicer if I didn’t need lyrics, I have – over the years – learned my limitations. Memorizing stuff is…
Experiment in Poetry #1
It has been awhile since I’ve written a “poem.” I’ve done some lyrics for my band, Psychedelic Revival (check out Willow and Snakeskin and Whiskey) and done some writing here and there for a novel that’s been on the back burner for a…
Watercolors and a cold – the perfect combination!
After my fantastic night yesterday dancing to the music of Lucky Seven – both on the dance floor and in my chair so as to share my impressive dance moves with my very grateful boyfriend (I mean I assume he was grateful) – I spent all day today sniffling…
Bye Bye 2016!
As I get ready to go to my folks’ for our annual “clam night” wherein I shall feast upon, you guessed it – clams! – and stay up all night watching Twilight Zone, I look back over 2016 and think about the year ahead. There was a lot to be…
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