day 231 of 365

day 209 of 365

Those of you who've been following this blog for awhile have seen bits of pieces of me, but not really the whole enchilada. So, by way of introduction, here I am (that's me standing in the middle), with my favorite gals -- family friend Fallon, my daughter Hannah, and my mom, after a lovely swim. Ah, summer.

For more photos of our day, click here.

day 204 of 365

I was rummaging around in old boxes over the weekend and found my old diary. If you ever had the urge to snoop in someone's diary, here's your chance. Mine was a 5-year version, with a little lock on the front and a sticker that said "PLEASE! Keep out!"

These were some extra-special things I recorded in the back of the diary that happened over the 5 years. In the first entry, around 1966 or 7, I enjoyed hiking. In the second entry, our cat died. In the third entry, around 1968, a family friend who had lived with us for several months finally moved out. In the 4th entry, 1969, we moved from California to Rhode Island. And in the final entry at Thanksgiving in 1969 or 1970, at age 11 or 12, well..!

I guess that's why I don't drink anymore! :)

special bonus post

In yesterday's post I mentioned that I wore some pretty interesting color combinations back in 5th grade. That's me, the tallest one, third from the left, gazing lovingly at my lemon popsicle. If you can imagine the pink stockings, an orange dress, and the turquoise poncho then you've got the idea. This was at Carmel Middle School in Carmel California, circa 1968, and these were my popsicle-eating pals.

day 134 of 365

I've been tagged by a flickr friend. If you're dying to know more about me, I wrote it all down and posted it here. Stop in and read all the fascinating tidbits!

come on over

I have another blog where I post -- usually weekly -- on all kinds of topics from the weather to fine art. I've been tagged by Kyria to share 10 things about myself, so if you want to know more about me, come visit me at a little light reading.

day 42 of 365

Growing up as a redhead and an Aries, I was usually typecast as hot-tempered, hot-blooded, and fiery, even though most days I'm pretty calm, cool, and collected. Then along comes Paris Hilton and now hot has a whole new meaning. So from this day forward, I'm embracing my inner hotness, in all its semantic glory.

day 23 of 365

More of me for self-portrait week. Quote from poet and children's book author Lucille Clifton.

day 22 of 365

I live in Massachusetts, and today am feeling dazed and confused, to say the least.

day 21 of 365

"Many hands make light work" was one of my grandmother's favorite sayings. Of course it was meant to be a rallying cry for everyone to pitch in and help with the dishes, or shell some freshly picked peas, or polish the silver. Here's my take on the many hands theme, all of them mine. Click on the picture to view large.

day 20 of 365

This week I'm going to focus on self-portraits. Bear with me.

day 14 of 365

I'm two weeks into this project, and I thought it was time to say hello and tell you a few things about myself.

This is me.
I have two amazing children.
I work here.
I also write this blog.
I'm thinking about trying rock climbing. Please talk me out of it!

What are you trying this year for the first time?