Today’s quote is a bit of a departure from our usual “wisdom” quotes, but it pretty accurately reflects my current state of mind: when all else fails, eat pie (or cake, or Ben and Jerry’s.)Continue Reading
Author’s Life
Memorial Day 2023
To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die. ― Thomas Campbell
Today is Memorial Day in the United States, a day when we honor the memory of the men and women who have died in military service. We also celebrate the arrival of summer, but because of the reason for the holiday, it never feels right to me to say “Happy Memorial Day,” so instead, I’m wishing you a day filled with love and beautiful memories.Continue Reading
Happy Birthday to My Mom
Hi everyone, it’s Allegra! I’m surprising Mom with flowers and her favorite cake for her birthday today!Continue Reading
Happy Mother’s Day
My mom passed away 29 years ago. Even after all that time, Mother’s Day still is a bit bittersweet. I still feel some sadness when Mother’s Day cards start showing up in stores, friends make plans to spend time with their moms, and restaurants offer Mother’s Day specials.Continue Reading
Happy Easter
Happy Easter from Allegra and Ingrid
Happy St. Patrick’s Day
Happy Valentine’s Day
Happy Valentine’s Day from Allegra and Ingrid
Working With Cats
For the last three decades, I’ve been fortunate that cats have not only played a fundamental role in my home life, they’ve also been a significant part of my work life. And I wouldn’t want it any other way.Continue Reading
Happy New Year
Happy New Year
from Allegra and Ingrid
May your year be filled with health, happiness and purrs!
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Have a Safe and Happy New Year’s Eve
I’m not much of party girl, so New Year’s Eve has always been a quiet day of reflection for me. I look back over the past year, and set some intentions for the coming year. If you’re going out to celebrate, please be safe.Continue Reading
Merry Christmas
Merry Christmas from Allegra and Ingrid
May your day be filled with peace, love and purrs