Ode to Joy
If anything, life is so unpredictable. It was such an incredibly great day until finding out about sweet Joy. She died yesterday at age 14 after the first day of cross country practice for ...
Long Live the Iron Kitty!
Poor Louise. The other day she had a strange fresh cut on her tummy, so Sam and I had to take her into the vet, much to all of our chagrins! She is Sweet 16 which translates to being a 100...
The "Newseum," Where the News Is News
Have you ever been to the Newseum? It’s on Pennsylvania Avenue in DC, right by the Mall. I hadn’t until yesterday. While it was embarrassing to admit I hadn’t, now I don...
A Mouse House in Taos?
Actually there really isn’t a mouse house in Taos, at least to my knowledge, but it sure sounds good! Sam and I had a good time repeating that over 10 times fast! Thankfully however, there ...
Do You Know the Way to Santa Fe’s Farmer’s Market?
Mine eyes have seen the glory of the best farmer’s market ever! And where pray tell is that gem? In none other than downtown Santa Fe, New Mexico! Heck, it’s worth the trip for that ex...
"Slip Away to Secluded Lake Moomaw and Bath County"
Looking for a very inexpensive summer getaway at a a gorgeous location in Virginia? Here is the latest and greatest from July’s Richmond Parents Monthly “Traveling With Kids.” I...
Santa Fe & the Bishop’s Lodge
When founded in 1607, Santa Fe’s full name was”La Villa Real de la Santa Fe de San Francisco de Asis.” I dare you to say that one ten times fast! (Here’s a tip – it is ...
New Mexico, Land of Enchantment
We recently got back from a trip to New Mexico, aptly nicknamed the “Land of Enchantment.” Enchanting it is; it has a real sense of place. New Mexico has always been on my list ...