For many years I’ve kept my herbs in pots. Last year, I had so many that it was a pain when I needed to move […] Read More
Author: Elisabeth
I’m a recovering English teacher who now works in healthcare communications. In between, I had a brief stint in sales and even dipped my toe in moonlighting as a photographer. I've been blogging since 2009. I've been reading since forever.
Warren Buffett’s annual letter to shareholders of Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. dropped on Feb. 27, and there are several lessons that communicators (and their executives) can […] Read More
Shuggie Bain by Douglas Stuart fortifies my belief in The Booker Prize winners.
I love to cook, I just don’t love to plan. One of the changes that the COVID life has given us is more time at […] Read More
Nothing says winter like a delicious bowl of chowder. It is hearty and warm and just what you need when going outside requires too many […] Read More
The most consistent reading theme for 2020 that I heard was an inability to “get into” a book, which was incredibly frustrating – especially during those weeks and months of “sheltering in place.” For many readers, they readily apply this feeling to that now cliche term of “unprecedented.”
Refinishing this bookcase has been on my project list for several years. I’ve never refinished a piece of furniture, but with all the DIY help […] Read More
When I have to pick a favorite food, it is always avocado. And an avocado has no higher calling than good guacamole. Here’s my favorite […] Read More
I first read Native Son in college. (That’s my copy in the photo.) And while I know I read it – there are highlights, notes […] Read More
As our country comes face to face once again with systemic racism and the enormous gaps in race equality, many are turning to various forms […] Read More