Ivy and her cookie

I recently made some Christmas cookies that were inspired by my son and daughter-in-law’s dog, Ivy. And I received this little image from them a little later. It occurred to me that I took my first decorating class seven years ago this week. Who knew that I’d get to do something so fun one day….

Do the thing

“Do the thing that brings you joy. Buy yourself the flowers. Drink your coffee (or tea) from your favorite mug. Laugh with a friend until your stomach hurts. Watch the sunset. Dance in the kitchen. Take the long way home. Because joy isn’t something you wait for. It’s something you choose, amidst the struggle and…

Let them be

“You know what’s underrated? Letting people be. Letting them mispronounce a word, talk too much about a show they love, or get excited about something you don’t understand. You don’t have to get it, just be kind. Everyone’s got something that lights them up. Let them shine, even if it’s not your thing.” — unknown…

The best validation

“You are the person your dog thinks you are.” That is the sentiment on the front of a greeting card that was given to me by a friend. I cannot think of higher praise than that, so I keep it on my fridge for encouragement. I can only think of perhaps one nicer thing to…

Friends

“Money can buy you a fine dog. But only love can make him wag his tail.” – Kinky Friedman There are some great little cut-through paths connecting the streets in our neighborhood that have become part of my regular walks with my dog. These little pathways are lined with tall landscaping and privacy fences, so…