Author Archives: Brenda

About Brenda

Mom to a preschooler with T1D. Paralegal. Swiftie. Xennial. Grizzlies and Tigers. Pilates and Peloton. Books and fanfic. 901 / 305 ← Older posts Newer posts →

MORE Beauty Search

Posted on April 21, 2012

  A couple of months ago, while watching The Talk on the elliptical, I heard about an essay/photo contest sponsored by MORE Magazine. When they mentioned that it was only for women over 30, I decided it was worth checking … Continue reading →

Posted in beauty

A Cat Lady Moment

Posted on April 19, 2012

(all photos by my brother) I took my cats to the vet yesterday for a checkup. Wrangling both of them by myself is usually I-need-a-drink exhausting, but it turned out to be the easiest vet visit ever. No one needed … Continue reading →

Posted in cats, domestic

Cooking Cheers and Jeers

Posted on April 18, 2012

Just a recap of what’s going on in my kitchen lately… This fantastic salad combo is courtesy of my friend Kelly in Knoxville. I enjoyed it many times last summer. When I had a sudden craving for it this week, … Continue reading →

Posted in baking, food

Things That Don’t Work

Posted on April 16, 2012

I’m about to lose all patience with the machines in my life. The past few months have been a rising crescendo of everyday, but important, things not working like they’re supposed to. Behold my First World Problems: – At work, I’m required … Continue reading →

Posted in what i'm into

Rose In Bloom

Posted on April 13, 2012

As I keep mentioning (sorry), my yard is in full bloom! I know it’s not that exciting to most people, but it makes me so happy. My Encore azaleas put on a beautiful show this year: Over time, I’ve planted … Continue reading →

Posted in gardening, spring
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