I'm a 52-year-old American-Parisienne on a journey, from the UK to Paris in a year. What would the child I was think of the adult I am becoming?
Dear Seattle, I’m concerned.
Dear Seattle, It’s been really great to see you again. The last time we met, you were cold, grey, rainy and full of tents. And I was definitely in a dark space. Although I've always kinda loved your classic morose days, I must admit your blue skies have been glorious. The other day, I was …
Trains, Reigns and Other Exciting Things to Do in Edinburgh
The past couple of blog entries have centered around my sudden uprooting – the death of my beautiful grandmother, leaving Louisiana and living in an upside-down world. This one is different. I’m still trying to figure everything out, but there’s no reason why I can’t do it while sightseeing like a royal. Before heading off …
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Searching for Body, Mind and Soul Food in Scotland
Once upon a time, a Louisiana-Seattle-New York woman attempted to go back in time but instead found herself heading toward the future. Turns out, learning how to drive a stick really is pretty useful. Magnificent sunsets. Sunrise at 8:30am. Dizzying roundabouts. And maddeningly flip-flopped everything, from the side of the car to the side of …
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Oh, Seattle
Oh Seattle, you ole salty dog, you. I was just nowhere near your neighborhood. But I was looking for a little fresh air, and, well, you do know how to draw a gal back in. You're always there when I need you. Refreshing sea air whispers over my skin with the sweetest kisses not even …
I Love it When a Plan Comes Together
One of the biggest inspirations France gives me is cooking/eating. On that note, tears of inspiration filled my eyes recently while walking down my old Paris neighborhood's Rue Daguerre. During my short week's stay, I made time for cheese shopping on a Friday afternoon, on the hunt for the perfect morsels to add to the …
What a trip …
My cankles are throbbing. My glands are slightly swollen, and that weird little cough I get when I'm exhausted and have been drinking too much coffee and wine is back. I might have taken 4 naps today. But to my advantage, I did also do some leg lifts and swam about 4 laps in my …
Eating Nola
After a few necessary days of work and rest, I'm finally able to sit down and breathe in the under-80ºF morning air. Utter bliss, aside from the drilling going on across the street. My apt. complex is an oasis minus the unwanted, over-amplified noises (i.e. drilling, leaf blowing, road rage honking and one neighbor's very …
Paris’ Culinary Dreams Lost … and Found
“It’s just as important for a gourmand to know the strengths and weaknesses of his stomach as for a general to know the morale and strength of the army he commands.” - Grimod de la Reynière If any of you know me, or have read my previous writings, then you’re aware of my love/obsession for …
Beauty in (Any)Everything
Even when certain things in life make no sense at all, I want to see the beauty in those precious comforts I am so thankful for. The present moment. Sweet and juicy local satsumas, grapefruits and oranges; a frothy 'good luck' latté from Stumptown in New Orleans; savory caramelized fennel with goat cheese and a …
Biscuits + Brioche 