Random Access Memories
This and that from here and there
Let’s begin this week’s newsletter with some fun and lively music—the first movement of Sheridan’s piano sonata, SO well played by the very talented Sean Kennard. Enjoy!
ESSAY: THE BLESSINGS OF A NAP
Just watching Sean’s fingers flying over the keys makes MY fingers hurt. Time for a little rest, eh? I’ve come to the joys of napping late in life, and am loving every snooze. Here’s an excerpt from my ode to forty winks, in Gather Magazine
VIDEO: Negative Space
I discovered this bittersweet short video recently, as I started thinking about packing for Steve’s and my upcoming trip to the U.K. I never did find the thing that would have bonded my traveling salesman father and me, sadly, and I would’ve given so much for any message from him from the road…
MORE MUSIC! Here’s a sampling from Daft Punk’s final album—irresistably catchy French electronic dance music…(and there’s a rumor they may reunite for the Paris Olympics next summer…here’s hoping!)
CELEBRATING FAMILY! There was nothing random about our recent family gathering…we were all together to welcome Evan home for a visit! Dinner with the group was a highlight of a special week with our Seattle Son. Here’s the gang, plus our friend Tim (Evan is seated next to me).
Any excuse to whip up food works for me, and this was a perfect excuse…these scones, with their flavors of basil, mozzarella and tomato, made a delicious appetizer. Here’s the recipe!
BLOG PREVIEW: The Secret Ingredient—in which I confess to buying MANY too many strange herbs, spices, and sauces…and how at last I’m figuring out ways to use them all up…at least for now!
INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE OF THE WEEK:
This week, we have seven days, seven brand-new chances, to add to our life statements. Isn’t that wonderful? Wishing you a great seven days ahead!