California dreamin’

Just got back from a whirlwind 3 days of intensive wine and food sleuthing in Napa & Sonoma.  The weather was lovely and the landscape golden with the grapevines in resplendent hues of gold, orange and red.  The purpose of the trip was to take a peak at a few...

And now for the rest of the story…

For those who have followed the adventurous tales of our Great Horned Owl Oswaldina, I have a new owl development to share. I was really moved by the care given to “our” distressed owlet this year.  The dedicated team at The Owl Foundation who care for these glorious...

Reporting from the worksite!

As a feline who likes to think of himself as almost human – well in the romance department at least, I have to say I have really begun to wonder about this non-stop earth moving.  Everyday seems to be another mystery in litterbox construction or rodent warfare. ...

Traditions…and taking a moment to celebrate!

This fabulous weather has been a welcome development at our construction site.   Our framer Dan and his side kick Ray (the two are like characters out of an old Western – Dan is the front man while his side kick Ray says not a word) have finally been able to put the...

Food arrogance – a North American phenomenon?

Being in this business, I am always amazed at the degree of pickiness and arrogance people exhibit around their food choices.  Don’t get me wrong, I totally understand the need for caution if you happen to be one of those unfortunate people who will have airways seize...