The past few days have been crazy, hectic, tiring and WONDERFUL! I headed back to New England for my cousin Kimmy’s wedding. I have lots to share from this trip. For now, you get a few teaser photos of Kim & CJ’s beautiful day. Congratulations Kim & CJ, I hope you have a lifetime of […] Read more…
My Homestead
cooking, vegan, recipes, family, gardening at Lita’s house
Heading to Southbridge
This week, actually tomorrow, I’m flying from SFO to Boston to head back to the town I lived in from ages 1 to 13. Southbridge, Massachusetts It’s the town where both my parents, their parents and most of my first cousins were born – and raised for that matter. I’m heading back for the wedding […] Read more…
Giveaway Winners
YAHOO!! Thank you so much to everyone who entered! This was so much fun and I can’t wait to do the next one! Hope Egg The winner of the “Hope” egg is: Lola Malone – Congratulations, I’ll email you for your shipping address. Carrier Pigeon The winner of the Carrier Pigeon is: Michelle Underwood – […] Read more…
BBQs
I love kids and I love BBQs (yes, even though I’m vegan, I do). I love everyone getting together and just being with the elements – and I believe eating outside anytime is just plain fun. We have the perfect (in my opinion) deck for outside gatherings. Perfect for a suburban homestead feast. Here’s some […] Read more…
First Blog Giveaway – indobay, inc.
Here we go…my first blog giveaway. Why? you ask…well, simply put because I think it will just be super fun (and of course I’m looking forward to receiving some comments!). Here are the details: The Giveaway Prizes My goal, at least initially, with these giveaways will be to support and promote artists that I may […] Read more…
Westly Angel
Just a little reminder to myself that sometimes the simplest, sweetest things in life (including blog posts) can, by far, be the best for the soul. Read more…
Growing Green Post #3 – Green Gardening
I feel so fortunate that I’m able to write blog posts on “Growing Green” for my friend Nia’s site. It’s such an amazing site. Nia, alone, is an incredible friend beyond words. Then to be part of this group of incredible women who’s ideas, passions and inspirations create such joy for others…well, it leaves me […] Read more…
What I do when I’m not here.
Though I wish I could be a full-time blogger, gardener, crafter, etc. that is not the case, and I do truly have a job I go to during the week. It’s not so bad really as I’ve worked with most of the people in my office for many more years than I’d like to admit […] Read more…
Birthday Beach Day
The afternoon of Pop’s (BFBJ’s) birthday, he and I and our two daughter, two grandsons and crazy french bulldog headed to the beach in Santa Cruz. They have a great beach there that is kind enough to allow dogs to visit. This guy is certainly happiest when he’s on the beach! It was a fabulous […] Read more…
BFBJ Turns 62
Yep, on June 15th 62 years ago “Beloved Free Baba Jimi” (a.k.a. Pops, Jimi, my love….) was born. I know, I know, he looks way too young to be 62. Ya know what? I’m going to let you in on a little secret of his….. YOGA but not just any yoga…. Bubba Yoga!!!! Every morning, […] Read more…
Monday – Green Update
Every Monday I’m trying to post the latest “green” information I’ve found along with a tasty vegan recipe – remember it’s Monday so go Meatless!! Monday Recipe Here’s a tasty recipe from vegweb.com. If you don’t know about Vegweb.com, you should really check this site out. It’s one of my go-to sites for vegan and […] Read more…
More Green, Vegan and Eco ideas for Everyone!
WOW, I’ve been reading about so many new and exciting Green, Vegan and Eco-friendly items lately that it’s just simply about time I do another share page. Before I forget, it’s Monday, so go Meatless!! If you need an idea for dinner tonight, here’s a quick recipe: Mexican Casserole Vegan Ingredients: 1 lb rotini pasta […] Read more…
Catching up
PHEW….it’s been a crazy month! More of a whirlwind actually. First, our last minute trip to France and the Cannes Film Festival for our friend Sam’s documentary premier, then returning home to find a kind of unmentionable mess, and then returning to work to find out we’re moving our office space after more than 10 […] Read more…
Radio Show Information
Being on the radio with Ann of Bella Petite magazine, Kim from Good for you Girls and my great friend Nia of Elements of Life (and so much more) was the biggest rush I have ever felt in my life….ever! I feel so incredibly blessed to be involved with such amazing, passionate and inspiring women. […] Read more…
On the Radio with Bella Petite and Nia
I’m so EXCITED! This Tuesday morning at 10 AM, I’m going to be on the radio with Nia and Ann Lauren for the Bella Petite hour which is broadcast on America’s Web Radio. Click Here to listen live or to download and listen after the episode airs. For more information on Anne Lauren (editor in […] Read more…
Home from Cannes
We made it…after 2 crazy days of trains, buses, planes (including lots of running through airports) we’re home. I’ll work on getting some details and more photos up this week. If you’ve missed how to view some of the photos up so far, they’re on Flickr here. It proved to be too time-consuming to edit […] Read more…
Cannes – Day 4
Today was our first semi-relaxing day. It was so nice as we’re all pretty exhausted. Sam and Nia had to go In to town this afternoon to do a couple of hours of press. We met them there when they were finished so we could walk around and visit the castle. Unfortunately, the castle and […] Read more…
Beloved Free Baba Jimi in Cannes
The last 2 days, I’ve seen opulence I barely knew existed. Each afternoon, as we were picked up by our yacht tender, which takes us out to our yacht worth $7 million with a maintenance budget of $700,000 yearly, I saw much bigger yachts worth a lot more. Some of the owners were paying $50,000 […] Read more…
From Beloved free baba jimi in Milano
Approximately 20 years ago Sam and I had traveled to S. Africa on a surfing trip there. S. Africans use a term called a “joll” which is short for a jolly good time. It’s a term they use on road trips to say all the normal rules don’t apply just relax, let it flow and […] Read more…
The Important Things in Life
Yes, I’m super excited about this upcoming trip of a lifetime to Cannes. I also tend to be a super emotional traveler…well a super emotional everyday person actually. Yesterday, I saw these amazing photos of my beautiful family and thought that even though I’ll be away for 2 weeks, seeing and doing and experiencing all […] Read more…
Hiking with Mickie in Marin
Last Thursday my friend Mickie took me on a surprise “girl” day. I always have a great time with Mickie – she’s super creative and always has tons of knowledge about all the “artsy” events going on throughout the Bay Area. On top of being a world traveler, incredible cook, fantastic party thrower, and amazing […] Read more…
Sunshine Boy
ranchboy, originally uploaded by LitasWorld. This is my first test post from my iPad and thru Flickr. I’d really like to avoid carrying both my iPad and iPhone on this trip, so I need to figure out ways to post. Hopefully, this works! Read more…
Pre-Cannes – Part 1
My life is currently filled to the brim with activity!! Most of the brew-ha-ha pertains to our upcoming trip to Cannes. Besides all the normal pre-trip planning activity (stop mail-check, stop paper-check, get pedicure, make packing list, find pet-sitter-check, stock up on pet food-check, set garden watering timers-check) there’s a ton of stuff to do […] Read more…
Hunter calls “Play Ball” at the SF Giants Game
Today, my 5-year-old Grandson, Hunter was chosen to call “PLAY BALL” before the San Francisco Giant’s baseball game. In a word, he was AMAZING!!!! and, no, I don’t think I’m biased! Here’s a video of his “amazingness” (click below to view) I’ve been fortunate enough to have so many proud moments in my life….about a […] Read more…
Yosemite Beauty
A couple of weeks ago, when my mom was out from Florida visiting, I took her to Yosemite. I simply cannot believe I’ve lived here in California for over 20 years and haven’t taken her there until now. If you’ve been, you know there simply aren’t the words to describe how incredibly beautiful the sites […] Read more…