Bells of Ireland

Stocking up on basics

I have loved wearing patterns for almost a decade but I realized that I lacked basic essentials in my wardrobe as a result of all my patterned clothing!  I've decided to take a break from patterns for the time being and stick to neutrals (well, and stripes--my current pattern of choice these days).

I've been looking to Land's End Canvas (hipper, younger sister of LE) and Land's End (which just mailed me the cutest catalog--love the cover art) to help me restock.

Waiting for peonies

Here are some more old pictures--of peonies.  I think they bloom from April to June so I have to make sure to pick some up in a few months.  Ahh, they are just so beautiful!

From the weekend

A big platter of rice balls and inari bean curd for a friend's bridal shower; hot pink yarn purchased at a local sewing shop in LA + Cody.  Happy three day weekend to those who get President's Day off!

Collecting

Old images from Catalina . . . I miss this place.  I remember taking these photos and being in the creative zone with Jesus.  It was a wonderful way to experience my faith and relationship with Jesus through creativity.  I didn't know I could do that with him for the longest time.

Nopales

Have you tried nopales (cactus)?  I recently tried a pork rib and nopales dish and it was good!  I'm loving trying more Mexican dishes beyond tacos and burritos (and I think burritos are actually American).  I went here -- it's their Wednesday special.

Pictures of food on tables

Mmm . . . yummy meals from the past month: chicken mole from the Mexican restaurant across the street from work, afternoon tea, veggie pizza baked in my cast iron pan (it really works).