Day 3– Tahoe
Our day started off with a great little high speed (well, for us) walk on the main road around the lake. There were too many cars for it to be really lovely but we had some nice views and did … Continue reading →
Day 2–Tahoe
We are all still a little spaced out from the time change and maybe from the altitude, too. Lake Tahoe is at about 6,200 feet—some of the peaks around it are over 10K feet. We started the day yesterday with … Continue reading →
Tahoe City, California
We made it! What a long travel day. We left Tallahassee on a 9 am flight; changed planes in Atlanta and Salt Lake City and arrived in Reno at 3:45 local time then drove a little over an hour to … Continue reading →
Caterpillars
This has been a different kind of year for me as a gardener. Never have I had to battle the bugs like this year! They are really attacking my zinnia crop. Of course, some of the plants are there just … Continue reading →
Salad Samplers– Ceviche
This week the salad was refreshing and perfect for the current weather. I put mine over greens but I don’t really recommend that. It would have been nice just by itself, I think. Here’s the recipe: I chose a version … Continue reading →
Photo Hunt– “Rocks”
This picture was taken in June 2008, on the walkway along the beach at Lerici, Liguria, Italy. The sign basically says “Be Careful of Falling Rocks.” What a beautiful day that was!
Continue reading →Photo Hunt–“pink”
I know this is a cliche–flowers for the pink prompt but these really are beautiful. This is another of the glorious little spots at Baur B&B, Acqui Terme, Italy. The place is full of artful, personal touches to make you … Continue reading →
Salad Samplers– Grilled Romain
Cindy Ruth’s recipe was a big hit at my house. I think we would have loved it even more if we had a better quality of lettuce–that was the weakest link, here. I did leave out the anchovies for Ken, … Continue reading →
Photo Hunt “Creamy”
On the road to the Piano Grande, Umbria/Le Marche, Italy. Doesn’t the snow look just like cream dripping from the mountain tops?
Continue reading →Salad Samplers— Wild Rice Salad
This terrific recipe came from Deborah. It is very fresh tasting and would be a perfect side dish for any grilled meat or fish. I got this recipe on the internet a few years ago. Unfortunately, I can’t remember where … Continue reading →