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It’s not till Sunday–you have aaaages. Ok, maybe not. But if you’re anything like me even the most predictable holidays seem to come as a sudden, urgent surprise. “Really, again?” No matter your relationship with your mom (which probably has a blend of every emotion in it), it’s so nice to get her something she…

If you’re reading this, then you’ve taken the first step of the day–getting out of bed.  Some days that’s easier than others, depending on how well you slept, what the weather is outside, and how you’re feeling physically and emotionally. So I was wondering–what got you out of bed this morning?  Did you have to…

Alzheimer’s Disease now affects the lives of more than 50 percent of all Americans, an incredible statistic.  To share the stories of those living with and caring for those with the disease, HBO has created an amazing 4-part documentary series that will air beginning this Sunday, May 10.  Click here to visit The Alzheimer’s Project’s…

More chills from this incredible Bob Marley cover. So inspiring. NPR did a story on these music videos by Playing for Change today. The producers filmed songs being played by musicians all around the world with the aim of bringing unity and peace. I posted on the moving “Stand By Me” video Saturday. And had to share this one…

Brava to Diana Butler Bass over at our sister blog Progressive Revival for her eloquent post on how important and meaningful it is to find a room of one’s own – a little corner of the world that is a solace, a retreat, a place of peace. From her post (click here to read the…

Is it really so eco to buy reusable shopping bags? Especially when you probably have some mismatched totebags in your closet that would do just fine? That’s the question Holly asked in her post here on her discomfort with shelling out for cute new bags, even though “Green is the New Black” and “I’m Not…

However we mark Cinco de Mayo (or don’t), it’s always fun to contemplate the delicious, heart-healthy dip that is guacamole.  My favorite recipe comes from the fabulous The Santa Fe School of Cooking Cookbook.  It’s the perfect combination of lime-y tang and smooth avocado, fresh cilantro and warm chiles.  And ooh, that little zing from…

Folk legend Pete Seeger turned 90 yesterday and celebrated with a concert at Madison Square Garden.  Bruce Springsteen, Emmylou Harris, Dave Matthews, John Mellencamp, and many more sang the praises–literally–of the creator of “We Shall Overcome,” “If I Had a Hammer,” “Turn, Turn, Turn” and so many, so many more. To celebrate all things Seeger,…

It’s National Teacher Appreciation Week, a Hallmark holiday truly worth celebrating. It’s gotten me thinking about some of my favorite teachers. Here’s a small sampling of wisdom that still resonates, from basic to profound. Add your own in the comments! From Larry (I went to Quaker schools where teacher went by first name), 6th-grade teacher extraordinaire.…

One of the sweetest products from Jane Jenni (which Valerie wrote about here) are her adorable grocery totes, and it got me thinking about the different ways we carry our food home from the store (or farmer’s market, or…).  There are some really cute, clever grocery totes for sale out there, but personally, I pride…
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