Perth: My Journey to Oz, Episode 2
Flying to Australia Most people I’ve spoken to about flying to Australia say something like “OMG it must be a 20 hour flight! How did you stand it?” Or even more specifically “No way could I sit on an airplane for all those hours. I’d...
My Journey to Oz, Episode 1
This time last year I was packing my car to move to San Diego and assume the role of nanny to my youngest grandchild. This year I packed for a very different adventure — nearly a month Down Under, in Australia, which these days is called Oz by many of its residents....
Easter Brunch Recipes
Easter Brunch for a Crowd Our family is growing, and this year our gathering will be the largest ever. My plan is to lay out crackers and cheese and a fruit plate for people to nibble as they arrive from the freeway, and start baking the main dish when we head out to...
Easter Egg Hunt for Toddlers
Planning an Egg Hunt for Littles In the Christian tradition, Easter is the symbol of renewal. I embrace Easter traditions as a way to help me emerge from the lethargy of winter. Four years ago I created a space for tiny flowers and fairies in my back garden, and...
Following My Own Advice
A New Role for Grandma Since New Years’ Eve 2016 I have been in San Diego, living with my son and daughter-in-law and caring for their first child, my youngest granddaughter, while they work. Meeting the needs of an infant is taxing physically and emotionally. ...
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