Japanese chef Ryoya Takashima has a great YouTube Channel called Peaceful Cuisine. I've been enjoying it lately and using it to wind down. Ryoya's presence is very mellow and his imagery is simple and, well, peaceful. The (no music) versions of the videos have a subtle ASMR quality that's very relaxing. You can also learn … Continue reading Peaceful Cuisine
Category: My Favorite Things
Romantic Films That Aren’t
Some like to stay in for St. Valentine's Day. Stay in and watch movies that at first glance aren't really in keeping with the spirit of that particular holiday but trust me when I say that these are really some of the most romantic films I've seen in a long time. Not feel good rom-coms … Continue reading Romantic Films That Aren’t
Fall Favorites
Gifts for Her
Gifts for the Kids
Autumn Playlist
There's something about the cool mornings and mellow sunny afternoons of Autumn that make you want to put on something drowsy and jazzy and a little bit nostalgic. https://play.spotify.com/user/wishing4horses/playlist/4H2iQL14LhrxrQPh8ZCYig Don't have Spotify? You totally should sign up! I've discovered a lot of new music. It's free! (this is not a sponsored post)
Link Love
5 timeless lessons we learned from Jane Austen Meet Jibo the world's first family robot. This engagement ring box will blow your mind! Dictionary for every spell in Harry Potter. Are these "kitty" loafers cute or what! Fabric flowers won't fade away. Make your own PSL mix for home! Genius!
Sunday Surfing
These vids by passengers flying with the worlds most swankiest commercial airlines made my jaw drop! And on the other side of the coin, World of Wanderlust names and shames the worst airlines. You've no doubt been playing the "10 Books That Have Stayed With You" on Facebook. Here are the books that stayed with … Continue reading Sunday Surfing
ALS/MND Ice Bucket Challenge
You've no doubt been watching the ALS/MND Ice Bucket Challenge. It's great fun for a very good cause. Many actors and performers have delighted us with fun and creative antics. May I submit this as the best one yet! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOa7ZjxRuKM The best! I love the internet. Go to http://www.alsa.org/ and https://www.justgiving.com/mndassoc/ to see how you … Continue reading ALS/MND Ice Bucket Challenge
Sporty Uniform
We all do it, admit it. Yoga pants at the gym yes, but more often than not the market and errands too. And who's to say we've not just come from the gym? I offer for your consideration my bright idea for the summer. The tennis skirt! Very comfy and, built in trunks so no … Continue reading Sporty Uniform
