ah, les enfants!

but what can i say... j'aime la langue française et ces petits enfants! :D let alone a good story... wow.

Once upon a time... from Capucha on Vimeo.

Hope you enjoy!

what dreams are made of....

cotton candy...? paris? sushi? familiar [non]faces & places?

or perhaps that thing that would give me the peace, motivation and happiness to be every day no matter who, what and where?

mmm-mmmmmm-hmmmmmmmm!!

that's what dreams are made of.
:)

horizons

i once painted a horizon askew. my professor was appalled -
"You know horizons do NOT look like that."

here's to you, Mr. B....



happy, fall, crispy, airy day to you.

change...

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change     Audio Help   [cheynj] Pronunciation Key - Show IPA Pronunciation verb,changed, chang·ing, noun

–verb (used with object)

1.	to make the form, nature, content, future course, etc., of (something) different from what it is or from what it would be if left alone: to change one's name; to change one's opinion; to change the course of history.

2.	to transform or convert (usually fol. by into): The witch changed the prince into a toad.

3.	to substitute another or others for; exchange for something else, usually of the same kind: She changed her shoes when she got home from the office.

4.	to give and take reciprocally; interchange: to change places with someone.

5.	to transfer from one (conveyance) to another: You'll have to change planes in Chicago.

6.	to give or get smaller money in exchange for: to change a five-dollar bill.

7.	to give or get foreign money in exchange for: to change dollars into francs.

8.	to remove and replace the covering or coverings of: to change a bed; to change a baby.

–verb (used without object)

9.	to become different: Overnight the nation's mood changed.

10.	to become altered or modified: Colors change if they are exposed to the sun.

11.	to become transformed or converted (usually fol. by into): The toad changed into a prince again.

12.	to pass gradually into (usually fol. by to or into): Summer changed to autumn.

13.	to make a change or an exchange: If you want to sit next to the window, I'll change with you.

14.	to transfer between trains or other conveyances: We can take the local and change to an express at the next stop.

15.	to change one's clothes: She changed into jeans.

16.	(of the moon) to pass from one phase to another.

17.	(of the voice) to become deeper in tone; come to have a lower register:The boy's voice began to change when he was thirteen.

–noun

18.	the act or fact of changing; fact of being changed.

19.	a transformation or modification; alteration: They noticed the change in his facial expression.

20.	a variation or deviation: a change in the daily routine.

21.	the substitution of one thing for another: We finally made the change to an oil-burning furnace.

22.	variety or novelty: Let's try a new restaurant for a change.

23.	the passing from one place, state, form, or phase to another: a change of seasons; social change.

24.	Jazz. harmonic progression from one tonality to another; modulation.

25.	the supplanting of one thing by another.

26.	anything that is or may be substituted for another.

27.	a fresh set of clothing.

28.	money given in exchange for an equivalent of higher denomination.

29.	a balance of money that is returned when the sum tendered in payment is larger than the sum due.

30.	coins of low denomination.

31.	any of the various sequences in which a peal of bells may be rung.

32.	Also,'change. British. exchange (def. 10).

33.	Obsolete. changefulness; caprice.

a few days in this lovely July...

i hope to see frogs soon! :) and well it's those little things that can make me happy.

Your yard, his sign!

Hi...

For those who might enjoy a sign or two: Check out this awesome online exhibition co-sponsored by the wonderful Walker Arts Center in Minneapolis.

And yes, my vested interest is in my husband's artwork!!!

Vote here or click on the image above for one or - better yet! :) - all four of his signs on exhibit. (Please click on "Vote on and View Signs"; then, "View Thumbnails" to peruse and vote. Voting closes end of July. Oh, it does require a quick & safe registration login to vote, but no big thing nor will they spam).

Lovely Tuesday to all. :)

Today's dinner: Manicotti Stuffed with Curried Cream Cheesy Slaw Au Gratin

title... long enough for you guys? in my effort to catch up with blog-land, i shall share today's impromptu lunch/dinner. but do expect it to be posted on the 'official food blog' and NB's. Oh the joy of a few birds with one stone...

the verdict: mmmmmm, it *was* tasty, if i may say so myself! :P but it truly was lovingly approved - as evidenced by the almost empty pyrex and clean plates my children and husband brought back to the kitchen! :)

Ingredients:

- Manicotti pasta - boiled in salt & extra virgin olive oil water

I used maybe 3/4 of an Italian package found on sale at BigLots, or about 16-18 'pipes'. Tip: always hit BL's int'l. & organic section, if you have one near you. mad deals, i tell ya!!)

- 1 container (over 250 grs?) of Cream Cheese - softened

I took it out of its container and placed it in a bowl next to the boiling pasta until needed.

- 1 bag of 'Veggie Slaw' (broccoli, carrots, red cabbage)

I used, b/c I got lucky - organic & store brand sale of the week, whew! go local groc. store of mine! But here you could use any vegetables to be found in your drawers, i.e. spinach, onions, ummm, you name it.

- Cheese for gratin

I used the usual fave Quesadilla shredded variety, but knock yourself out.

- Bacon & its grease
Omit for vegetarian version and use your favorite oil (coconut is extremely good for you

- Seasonings & Spices:

lemon pepper salt, celery salt, curry powder

Method(?):

While water is boiling for pasta, cut bacon into tiny pieces and fry or place your favorite oil to heat if going Veggie.

Sauté slaw on high heat, on the bacon & its grease.

Sprinkle with spices' goodness.

Fold in cream cheese.

Stuff pasta and cover with shredded cheese, ajavascript:void(0)nd broil just enough to get the cheese golden.

Enjoy! :D