I got summoned for jury duty!  I was actually rather intrigued, as the letter was cryptically calling it a ‘special circumstances’ trial.  Alas, I tumbled out of bed at a ghastly hour, got all gussied up, and fought for downtown parking, just to wait in line (in winter!) outside the courthouse for half an hour. [...]

Growing up in southern California, I must admit that I took for granted the exotic produce that sprouted like weeds across the arid terrain.  An orange grove in every park (free for snacking), a lime tree on every apartment patio (to accompany Corona), and a lemon tree in every backyard (beware the thorns!).  I truly [...]

In 2007 my partner and I accidentally bought a townhouse.  Um, oops.  We did not mean for this to happen; this is not the palace we had planned for. But, being young and savvy, we wanted to be close to the heart of the city.  We dreamt of walking to the best pubs, hitting all [...]

There are about a hundred and one reasons why I count myself lucky to live in Portland Oregon, and high on that list is our magnificent farmers market.  I believe in eating as seasonally and as locally as possible, and so I especially love the way that the market evolves each week.  The nuance of [...]

    White Sheath: secondhand, by Moon Collection Black Slip: secondhand Black Leggings: Target Black Leg Warmers: made by me Engineer Boots: secondhand, by Carolina Green Jacket: secondhand Ring and Earrings: handmade by my Grandmother when she was 16   And just for fun, a little tour of New Years’ past . . . I [...]