Have a Sweet Weekend

What’s on your weekend radar? Around here, things are winding down after a hectic week—my laptop gave up...

The Ultimate Travel Snack for Families: Why Cooked Pasta Is My Secret Weapon

Traveling with kids is an adventure filled with excitement — and, let’s be honest, moments of chaos. As...

The Secret Lives I Lead on Zillow

It was during a dusky solo walk through Killarney National Park — the kind of Irish evening that hums with gold light and bee song — that I stumbled...

What Foods Feel Romantic to You? Exploring the Unexpected Flavors of Love

Romance in food doesn’t always come in the form of candlelit dinners or decadent desserts. Sometimes, it sneaks up in the simplest, most unexpected moments—the shared mundane rituals that...
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How Coming Out Is (and Isn’t) Like Getting a Haircut

In 1998, I sat in a stylist’s chair clutching a picture of Gwyneth Paltrow’s iconic pixie cut from...

Never Show Up Empty-Handed — Show Up With Condiments

We’ve all been there: invited to a friend’s dinner or casual gathering, clutching a bottle of wine, dutifully...

Wishing You a Restful Weekend

What plans do you have for the weekend? After a pretty hectic week on my end, I’m especially...

Have a Restful Weekend — A Little Inspiration for Your Down Time

What’s on your agenda for the weekend? Over here, Toby and I have been diving back into Friends,...

Nine Moments of Joy: Readers Reflect on Life’s Simple Pleasures

In a world that often feels overwhelmed by challenges...

The Easiest Garlic Bread That Feeds a Crowd (and Wins Hearts)

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The Secret Lives I Lead on Zillow

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A Reading Challenge for 2025: Embrace Stories Beyond Your Comfort Zone

Most writers crave praise—affirmations that their words resonate and...

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A Spoonful of Sweetness: The Most Unexpected Proposal

Some proposals happen on mountain peaks, others under candlelit...

A Night of Laughter and Literature: A Conversation with Adam Roberts

Last night, I had the delightful experience of sitting...

The Quiet Power of Everyday Kindness: How Small Gestures Shape Our Lives

There are moments in life when kindness doesn’t roar;...

Coffee Orders and Unyielding Baristas: A Story Brewed Just Right

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Would (or Do) You Have a House Salad? The Charm of a Signature Green Bowl

There’s something quietly satisfying about a house salad—that reliable,...

Toys That Stand the Test of Time: What Kids Keep Coming Back To

When you watch children at play, it’s easy to...

Everyday Comfort, Great TV, and Strawberry Cake: What’s Making Me Smile Lately

The other day, some friends were sharing a common...

A Springtime Sojourn in Paris: Coffee, Conversation, and the Joy of Wandering

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The Comfort of Thai Yellow Curry with Green Beans and Potatoes: A Recipe to Make Again and Again

Is there a meal you could happily eat on repeat without ever growing tired of it? For me, that answer is an emphatic yes:...

Never Show Up Empty-Handed — Show Up With Condiments

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Two Ways to Chai: A Ritual of Spice, Patience, and Warmth

As I write this, a pot simmers gently on the stove—black tea steeping with cardamom pods and cinnamon, sugar melting into the bubbling brew....

The Magic of Soup and Friendship: How One Tortilla Soup Brought Us Together

It began, like many good things do, with a simple idea and a long winter ahead. Six years ago, my friend Liz proposed the...

Three Days in Seattle: Poetry, Pine Trees, and a Seaplane Surprise

The trip kicked off with a Big Salad event featuring none other than poet Kate Baer. If you’ve ever read her work, you’ll know...

My Go-To Holiday Cocktail: The Apple Cider Old-Fashioned

When the chill of the holiday season sets in, there’s nothing quite like a cocktail that wraps you in warmth and nostalgia. For me,...

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