The Summer Wants vs. Shoulds

A glorious butterfly frolicking in my summer garden that I should and want to tend to daily. Happy almost summer solstice! I hope everyone is ready to enjoy the warmer days ahead with plenty of sunblock, mosquito repellent and lemonade. Perhaps an exotic summer adventure is planned? A dear friend is planning her second (!)… Continue reading The Summer Wants vs. Shoulds

Word of the Year, Etc.

Hope your 2024 has started off happy and healthy! Over here at Chez Burbank we are doing well! Last year for us was a bit of a roller coaster ride...highs, lows, a few screams, nausea, tears, Kentucky, cats, a new roof, laughter, love and the relief of finally making it through the twists and turns. Yes, indeed,… Continue reading Word of the Year, Etc.

The New Year’s Anti-Resolution Resolution

Living a Good Life is Enough Happy 2020! I don't know about you, but I love the New Year -- not because I have big plans or want to change the world -- I just like fresh beginnings. It is like the seasons with each New Year representing a Spring where dormant flowers can begin… Continue reading The New Year’s Anti-Resolution Resolution