Our trip to northwest Italy was amazing in every aspect. The food was just one of the memorable experiences that will stay with me for a longtime. Traditional food in this part of Italy was not what one would assume. Spaghetti and meatballs and pizza are more southern fare, whereas beef tartare (known as battuta)… Read More
Today is the Autumnal Equinox, which also means it is the first day of Fall. An Equinox is when the day light and night are of equal length. The word Equinox is Latin meaning equal night. If viewing the sun from the equator, the sun would rise due East and set due West Many cultures… Read More
My recent trip to Northwestern Italy was in order for me to see Casa Regis, which is the brainchild of Mikelle Standbridge. It is a very old, ornate villa in Mosso Santa Maria that is being rehabilitated to serve as an artist retreat. I think any artist in residence at this villa will be inspired… Read More
In my community and many across the country, we are moving into the United Way campaign season. For many Americans, this is a chance to give back to their local community. I choose to donate to my local United Way for several reasons, but the primary reason is that they vet each and every organization… Read More