jealousy

One of my dearest friends, Leah, left for Paris yesterday.  She has never been there.  She is in for a treat.  It is one of my favorite places in Europe.  I know that sounds cliche’, but it’s true.  Something about the food, architecture and atmosphere there that is so inspiring and wonderful. For the record, the people there are really nice as long as you are respectful, smile and try to say please and thank you in French.

Did you know a full blown smile on your face can make quite the impact in this world?  Not a dorky one, just being pleasant.

sil vous plait (see voo play)

merci (mer see)

Discovered this beauty hiding in the back garden today.  A dinner plate dahlia.  She is a good 10″ across.  I’m excited to see the other colors bloom soon.