Since we were traveling in Asia last year during Halloween, I felt like I really needed to make up for missing out on my favorite holiday. I had a few ideas all lined up: Ellie as Spock, Ellie as Harry Potter, and Ellie as various woodland creatures. But in my heart of hearts, I really... Continue Reading →

As the weather finally turned cool, and the nasty cloud of forest fire haze blew off, Ellie and I got outdoors as fast as we could, feeling a bit like freed prisoners squinting in the sunlight.  We went to our favorite gardens and hillside trails and filled our lungs with crisp fresh air.  I find... Continue Reading →