“My momma always said there’s an awful lot you can tell about a person by his shoes. Where they go. Where they been,” said Forrest Gump. Can you believe that was over twenty years ago? The words still hold true. A week ago I was strutting around in red suede stilettos. Today I … Continue reading
The Animales Atenas Group puts on a fundraiser called, “Table for Two.” The concept is designed to be a win-win for all concerned. The generous “Chefs” donate their specialty dinner which is raffled off to the attendees of the event which was held at the beautiful mini resort, Poco Ciela located in Atenas, Costa Rica. … Continue reading
Why am I leaving Paradise? Well, to go to my next Paradise, of course. 9 things I will miss about Costa Rica: 1. The weather! Atenas’ claim to fame – “The best climate in the world” – may not be absolutely accurate, but it’s pretty darn good. You think I will be running around in skimpy little … Continue reading
Flamingo is a chameleon! I first got her in Miami at the “Pink Palm” gift shop. She was a shining beauty, but not cheap. I promised myself I would buy her as a reward after my next real estate sale when I worked for Majestic Properties in South Beach. All the closings were brutal, so I had … Continue reading
I was packed and ready to fly. I had spent days preparing for the airline reunion in Atlanta – a gathering of “Stewardesses of the 1960’s and 70’s.” Yes, there is such a group! In fact we have over 7,000 members! Nancy Duke, the organizer of this “first annual,” had no idea what she set … Continue reading
Yep, we took it on the road! The Jocelyn Farquhar Art Show in Atenas was so successful, we decided others should have the opportunity to enjoy this unique artist’s work. https://caroleconnolly.wordpress.com/2015/01/12/do-not-tell-me-it-cant-be-done/ We were fortunate to hold the show at El Sueño de Mariana in Nosara, Guanacaste, Costa Rica https://www.google.com/search?rls=aso&client=gmail&q=VRBO199490 … Continue reading
Sonoma, an adorable Siberian Husky, has gone to Doggie Heaven. She was only five years old, but she had a rich and full life with Lynn and Lucas. She started out as a rescue dog who was brought to them by a neighbor in California who knew they already had a Husky. What’s one … Continue reading
This is the year after the Great Chili Disaster. Last year I just knew I had the winning chili. I had spent two days chopping, sautéing, seasoning, and perfecting the biggest batch I could fit into the huge (and heavy) chicharrone pot. It was filled to the brim and made an impressive showing. I set it … Continue reading
This is my signature wine glass. It was given to me by my generous and thoughtful friend, Lynn. I had admired her collection of bling wine glasses including the stunning “Mermaid” glass. We both loved that one so much we’ve been known to get into a tug-of-war over who gets it. We solved that problem – … Continue reading
I share this sentiment with FDR … In the movie, Pearl Harbor, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt defies the impossible by rising from his wheelchair on polio shriveled legs and holds himself up to make a point to his advisers who seem to have lost faith in the United States succeeding in winning World War II … Continue reading
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