When I was younger, my parents made a two-dimensional "tree" by taping a green, construction paper chain to the wall in the shape of a large triangle. The ornaments were the colorful holiday cards...

i sort and open my mail once a week. only real letters are read right away!

clean spare and warm, with quirky artwork.

lovely

If you are a rose enthusiast, you must visit the International Rose Test Garden, in Portland, OR!

to eradicate ferocious dust mice.

yes, please.

domatene soup from the moosewood cookbook. it's a spicy tomato soup with couscous dumplings.

cozy!

keep. i need linens!

nice.

twigs, please!

nice!

favorite bad movie? well, i like just about any kung fu movie. even the cheesy ones.

veggie chili with cashews.

My brother would so like this.

the ingredients for mango salsa.

Gingerbread is a favorite, but I also look forward to satsuma tangerines, peppermint candy canes, and nutmeg in baked goods.

It's really funny to think now, but I wanted to be a nun. I thought my aunt was one.

The lotus would make a great gift for my friend. She's a graphic designer and has great taste in patterns and textiles.