So, Pops commented on the fact that I’m always so cheery when I write for my blog. Well, I like to think I’m a “glass-is-half-full” kinda gal, and, actually, it’s the choice I’ve made for this site. But, because I can also tend to be a sort of a “people-pleaser” (especially when it comes to […] Read more…
Green Tip Tuesday – Homemade Stain Spray
We ran out of stain spray! Yes, sound the alarm…this is serious. Do you have one of these? Or two of these? I know, innocent enough looking, right? Don’t be fooled though…trouble and stains always follow them around. So, when Pops sounded the alarm that We ran out of stain spray!, I had to remain […] Read more…
Meatless Monday – Japanese Lunch
I’m so very into Japanese food lately. I love the flavors and the textures of the food – and the fact that it can be so very healthy is just a bonus. One of my favorite bloggers, Emily, from The Happy Home Blog posed a question this past week about what you bring for lunch […] Read more…
Growing Garlic
September is garlic planting time! Until last fall, I had never even thought about planting garlic. I just happened to come across a small packet of bulbs at the nursery and decided to give it a go. I put a couple (literally 2) cloves in the ground last fall and this July I harvested 2 […] Read more…
Simple, Tasty Bread
You’ve probably come across this recipe out there on the internet. I’ve seen it in a few blogs around too. It also appeared in The New York Times where Serene from The Mommy Food Project saw it and then emailed it to me. I figured it’s been out and about so much for a reason… […] Read more…
New Skateboards
Hunter & Westly got new skateboards yesterday – and they were so very excited about it. We met everyone for dinner and right afterwards they had to show us their new toys. Now, of course, no one is focusing on all the missteps, bumps and bruises that could occur from two young cuties learning to […] Read more…
The Great Reno Balloon Race
During our last road trip, Pops and I stopped in Reno to visit our friends Dwight & Erika. We lucked out because while we were there The Great Reno Balloon Race was happening. This is the largest free hot air ballooning event in the Nation. It lasts for 3 days in early September. The event […] Read more…
Green Tip Tuesday – Reusable Produce Bags
This week’s tip isn’t really as much of a tip as a reminder. We all know we should be using reusable shopping bags. Even if you don’t purchase them, you can find a lot of free ones out there – I got a variety this summer at different Music-in-the-Park festivals and farmer’s markets. Even if […] Read more…
Meatless Monday – Vegan Protein Morning Smoothie
I often get asked how I’m sure I’m getting enough protein as a vegan. I try to be conscious of eating enough legumes, tofu, soy, spinach, etc., to accomplish this, but honestly, I’m not sure some days that I do – is anyone ever sure? One attempt I make is to start the day off […] Read more…
Morning Ranch Hike
The scenery at the Ranch is just beautiful so, I wanted to share some photos from our last trip down there. Here’s some pics form the morning hike I took with Pops and Bubba(loooooo) up one of the canyons. Hope you enjoyed the pretty scenery and that your morning and day are going just as […] Read more…
Go Raw!
If you don’t already think I’m freak enough for being vegan (yes, I know some of you do) well, here’s your chance to confirm it as I’m about to share my love for these “Raw” snacks made by Freeland Foods. (The company and their philosophy sound amazing, too.) Honestly, they are so yummy – and […] Read more…
Mimi’s Musings
Yahoo! My youngest step-daughter Mimi is going to be writing occasional guest posts on this blog. Here’s her first post: Hi, my name is Mimi and I will be making an occasional guest post here at Lita’s World. I am 25 years old, a nanny to my two wonderful nephews (Hunter & Westly) and, I […] Read more…
Visiting the Tufas at Mono Lake
On our road trip last week, after Yosemite, one of our stops was Mono Lake. This lake was believed to have formed at least 760,000 years ago. To me, one of the best parts of visiting Mono Lake was seeing the Tufas (calcium-carbonate spires and knobs formed by interaction of freshwater springs and alkaline lake […] Read more…
Green Tip Tuesday – Carbon Footprint
Have you ever measured your Carbon footprint? I’d like to think ours is not that bad. We live in a tiny home, only use our air conditioner about 3 afternoons a year, heat with our fireplace and natural gas in the winter, drive minimally (aside from going to work). Then I realized we do seem […] Read more…
Meatless Monday – Summer Corn Salad
I know, I know, it’s practically Fall already – so what’s up with the summer salad? Well, it’s yummy, that’s what’s up. And since it’s been a chilly summer out our way, there are finally some tomatoes to eat and hopefully more to come before it gets colder. This tasty recipe is from the BitterSweet […] Read more…
Yosemite – September 2010
As always, Yosemite is gorgeous right now. I’m pretty sure this is always a stunning place to visit. I’ve been lucky enough to visit three times in the last year. I could never get tired of going. You really feel connected with nature in the park. Everywhere you look, you’re constantly reminded of the beauty […] Read more…
Favorite vegan cookie
Still on a road trip, but wanted to share my favorite vegan cookie as I found it in a coffee shop yesterday. It’s from the Alternative Baking Company. They make many flavors, my favorite is Lemon Poppyseed. Oh and this is the first post from my phone, hope it works! Read more…
Studio Love
The Studio..my studio My haven, my escape, my dreamland, my vision spa. Aaah I waited so long for this space. I never knew where it would be or how it would look, but, someday, I knew it would exist. My art supplies, sewing items, crafting tools, scrapbooking papers, stickers and embellishments all used to be […] Read more…
Green Tip Tuesday – Cleaning with a Twist
Have you seen these cleaning products before from Twist? I hadn’t until this weekend, but apparently they’ve been around since 2007. Sometimes I feel like I’m a hermit in a cave. They’re plant-based cleaning products. Though I can be persuaded, at times, simply to buy a product based on the packaging – and this may […] Read more…
Meatless Monday – Hummus
Happy Labor Day everyone!! And Happy Day 1 of the 21-Day Vegan Kickstart! Today may prove to be a bit of a challenge as it’s a holiday and I’m sure most people have a picnic of BBQ to go to, but don’t get discouraged. It’s all about making choices for your health, so simply do […] Read more…
21-Day Vegan Kickstart
Have you heard of this plan yet? I know, I know, I’m already vegan so why would I do this? Well, I’m vegan, but I’m so not perfect in any way, and I know there’s always more for me to learn. I’m open to new ideas – and especially new recipes. This 21-Day plan starts […] Read more…
We Are Dreamgirls!
The other night I went with my friends, Leilani and Christine, to see the “Dreamgirls” musical in San Francisco. I’m going to admit, I wasn’t the biggest fan of the movie. Don’t get me wrong, the singing was fabulous and Jennifer Hudson and Beyonce were AMAZING, but my two friends, well, they were IN to […] Read more…
Green Tip Tuesday – The Scented Room
I’ll admit it, I love, love, love when my homestead smells good with scented candles, scented wax tarts, essential oils, or even mulling spices on my stovetop. I especially love wax tarts that are handmade with essential oils. I found some this summer at a Primitive store in New England that I absolutely adore. Truly […] Read more…
Meatless Monday – Veggie Sushi
Veggie Sushi I love vegetable sushi rolls. A few years ago a friend of mine showed me how to make them. I’ve adjusted the recipe slightly – making it vegan – and here it is: The ingredients: I’ve been able to find most of the unique ingredients in the Asian (international) section of most grocery […] Read more…
Bloggy Boot Camp SF Review
I’m so behind with getting this post up…honestly, my site went a little nutty this week which made me a little wacky (ok, maybe a lot WACKY). Now, I feel calmer – enough to write about what a wonderful experience Bloggy Boot Camp SF was! I must warn you now…this will be a longer post […] Read more…