Archives for 2011
Oh Canada!
We went to the beautiful Canadian Rockies for the 4th of July weekend. We left after work on Thursday and took Friday off. I didn’t realize until we arrived on July 1st shortly after midnight that it was Canada Day….
Money Monday: The Millionaire Fa$tlane
I’m reading what I consider the best book on achieving financial well-being. It’s called The Millionaire Fastlane by MJ DeMarco. Let me preface by saying this book has 121 Amazon reviews of which 110 of them are 5 stars. There…
I Love So Many Things
During the homily, the priest talked about some of the things my uncle loved. A few of the things caught me by surprise and it made me wonder if people know what I love. I LOVE: Books and libraries, fiction…
Funeral and Faith
I attended the funeral today of my uncle who died suddenly and unexpectedly from a rare, acute form of leukemia. Even on a normal day, I consider myself emotionally hypersensitive. So seeing my aunt red-eyed and hearing people’s voices start…
Fashion Friday: Dress Fit for a Princess
Two months ago, I blogged about how much I despised Kate Middleton’s wedding dress. I thought it made her look unnecessarily frumpy. It was the wedding of the future King of England and that’s what his bride chose? Oh dear….
First Video Post
Here’s a video of the band we saw at Kimo’s. I don’t think I’ve ever posted a video on my blog before. I’m a tad bit slow when it comes to technology.
Off the Grid
I was completely off the grid for the past week, vacationing in Canada. No cell phone, limited internet access. It was heavenly. So relaxing and enjoyable that I’d say it was even better than our honeymoon…which is a bold assertion….
Out and About on Polk Street, San Francisco
Last Thursday, we had a good time hanging out with friends in Russian Hill at Amelie—a special place for us since that’s where Dean and I met. It is such a romantic and lively French wine bar. Perfect date spot….
Money Monday: Personal Assistant
I know this sounds frivolous during a recession (yes I believe we’re still in a recession), but I hired a personal assistant. I have been talking non-committedly about this concept for years. Wouldn’t it be great to have a personal…