“If I find in myself desires which nothing in this world can satisfy, the only logical explanation is that I was made for another world.” C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity Many of you already know how much I love C.S. Lewis. I’ve read all of his work, including his published essays, letters, and even his Latin […]
Schloss Biebrich
In a perfect world, everyone would have a glass of Champagne every evening. Willie Gluckstern I couldn’t agree more. These days you can kind of make this utopian dream happen. Trader Joe’s have a great selection of affordable bottles you can enjoy every evening and Schloss Biebrich is one of them. I think this bottle […]
Carrot Cake with Coconut Cream Topping
Last spring I had a little impromptu tea & rosé party. I texted my neighbor, Roshani, and asked, “hey, I just made carrot cake, wanna eat it with me?” She texted back, “Yes! I’ll bring rosé!” She brought these flowers too, aren’t they beautiful?! It was a beautiful afternoon, perfect for our little tête-à-tête. I […]
Oatmeal Cookies & Our March Video
I posted our March 2020 video on social media last night and it’s been encouraging to hear what everyone is looking forward to after the quarantine is over. I’m looking forward to long walks and wine at @divinellamavineyards , a fresh cut from @hutchthebarberwsnc , and I’m definitely getting a vegan cheesecake slice from @villagejuice […]
Krug Champagne
Remember, gentlemen, it’s not just France we are fighting for, it’s champagne! Winston Churchill Out of the five love languages, words of affirmation is my top love language—closely followed by wine. Last Valentine’s Day, Stephen surprised me with a bottle of Krug Champagne Grande Cuvée. I was beyond excited! We both decided to postpone opening […]
