Author Archives: mourningdove

Wednesday’s Child: Fallout

I was reflecting on this yesterday, and I think it’s worth saying out loud (so to speak) because I wish someone had said it to me in my marriage.* If you’re in a relationship and you EVER find yourself thinking, “I’m not going to say/do anything to stick up for myself in this situation becauseContinue reading “Wednesday’s Child: Fallout”

A Weekend on the Sonoma Coast

Friday: I camp at Wright’s Beach b/c they have beachfront sites and are dog-friendly, but Bodega Dunes is nearby with its painterly 2-mile-long beach, which is usually empty (no dogs allowed, though they can be in your campsite). If camping’s not your jam, there are also some lovely coastal resorts in the area, like DrakesContinue reading “A Weekend on the Sonoma Coast”

ESC #23: Afternoon Tea Edition

Well, as usual, I didn’t take photos, and that seems particularly unforgivable when you’re stacking lovely little tea goodies on étagères…. But as there’s no going back, I’ll just give you notes on the menu. Personally my favorites were the mini lobster rolls and the scones, the latter of which got a little melty inContinue reading “ESC #23: Afternoon Tea Edition”

Gosha Update! Plus Honey Cake and Lamb’s Ear Tea

Not only does Gosha get to ride around on Hormat’s shoulder and be fed cherries in this episode, but he also seems to have adopted another baby chick like he did last year. AND, big news, there may be a Mrs. Gosha…. She only shows up in a few frames–she seems a little more shyContinue reading “Gosha Update! Plus Honey Cake and Lamb’s Ear Tea”

The United States of Tali and the Ballad of Rye

In the past I’ve waited until my dogs are gone to create tributes to them: I do angel-dog cartoons, and sometimes I name cocktails after them (if you want to try the Jasper, it’s 1.5 oz apple brandy, .5 oz Luxardo or other cherry liqueur, .5 oz Cynar or other Amaro, 1/8 t red chileContinue reading “The United States of Tali and the Ballad of Rye”