Tag Archives: postaday

Wordless Wednesdays — Anniversary flowers

Posted on April 25, 2012 by Carla

  While these pretty wildflowers (weeds) bloom for much of the year, I remember seeing a field of them in a vacant lot on the way to pick up favors for our April wedding – seventeen years ago!  So when … Continue reading →

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Glitter hat and feeling rrrich

Posted on April 24, 2012 by Carla

Do people wear glitter hats to your farmers’ market?  She had on cool white and red striped socks too! I love this! I bought a half flat of strawberries and cut them up and froze them for smoothies.  I made … Continue reading →

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Festival time in New Orleans- and noticing things I never notice

Posted on April 23, 2012 by Carla

Really, it’s always festival time, but end of April is the biggie!  Jazz Fest begins in just a few days!  If you’d like to read my tips for Jazz Fest, click here. Right now weather is fantastic, cool and crisp … Continue reading →

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Persistent

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Carla

Persistent, as in a rash that’s persistent.  Or an infection.  Or a weed in the garden.  Except that this is a kind of persistence I love.  Mardi Gras beads are persistent in New Orleans.  Well after the celebrations are over, … Continue reading →

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My favorite NOLA spring holiday

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Carla

Sadly, I’m still out of town, but I’ve brought a little St. Joseph’s Day with me!  I’ve brought some candles, some lucky fava beans and some fig and sesame cookies to share, and that’s the best I can do this … Continue reading →

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