I’ve never been without a car since I was 16 years old. Living without my own form of transportation was unthinkable; driving represented freedom and independence. A transportation snob through and through, I experienced public transit when necessary but never by choice. I’ve always been happiest behind the wheel, whether for a short drive or [...]
I fell down the Etsy hole this morning. Thankfully Ma and Pa Papersurfer were here to help me back out. Top left ~ Wooden Skeleton Keys from porkchopshow Top right ~ Green Diamond Ring from stamp Bottom left ~ The Dreamer’s Necklace from teaflowers Bottom right ~ Four Seasons Series from JessicaDoyle Woohoo! Our loverly [...]
As mães, lock up your daughters because Daddy Bravo is coming to town. I’m happy, excited and nervous about my father’s upcoming stay at Cabril. He’s never been to Portugal so fingers crossed the weather co-operates and we can play tourist for a few days. We’ll explore the countryside and local village cafés. He’ll marvel [...]
One of the best things about having out of town visitors is the opportunity to see your home through the eyes of a stranger. Of course, since our cidade consists of two houses, just about everyone is from out of town. I was excited and worried when I heard that P had decided to make [...]
I needed a little hocuspocus today and, in spite of the rain, I found some. Another Shutter Sisters assignment urged me to find magic just outside the kitchen window. Do not wait for perfect light. Just go. So I didn’t wait for the rain to stop, I didn’t even wait to finish my glass of wine. Instead I found [...]
It’s been almost a week since I returned from my girls’ weekend in Lisboa and my feet have almost recovered. I’m still surprised by how much I enjoy living off the beaten track, but a small taste of city life every now and then is a glorious treat. My first solo journey in Portugal began [...]
I should have spent the weekend working on my business case … but I’d rather muck about with WordPress. Who says I don’t know how to have fun? Welcome to the new Atomic dogmA! The creative juices have begun to flow around the Penfold & Tango household. Inspired by the sunshine and chirping cicadas, I thought [...]
