The open road

Here we are at the beginning of a new year.  The time of year when plans are conceived and resolutions are made.  We shake off the disappointments of last year and dream of possibilities. Like a traveler on the eve of a trip, we are full of anticipation.  Our senses are heightened.  We see, hear, …

The rain in Spain

Several months ago, I woke up in the middle of the night to the sound of loud drumming.  My hazy brain still full of dreams tried to make sense of the racket.  Is someone banging on my door?  Did my neighbor suddenly take up the drums? Am I still dreaming? It took another minute or …

I love brunch

I love brunch. I love waking up a little later on the weekends and think about what I’ll have that morning. Coffee is an essential part of the meal but it is equally appropriate to have champagne cocktails. You can have a sweet and savory meal at the same time. But, most of all, I …