Whew…it’s been a long time since I’ve posted! Sorry about that! I am going to “re-begin” by posting in my “Chick ‘N Garden” page regarding new growth in my tropical garden. Today, I begin with the heavenly, angelic Angel Trumpet! … Continue reading
OK, chickos. This is for YOU. I don’t take any responsibility for the dudes that read this post and scoff. We don’t care about that, now, do we? Have you ever planned and looked forward to a nice dinner out … Continue reading
In honor of our 18th anniverary, I am reposting this… A lot of people have asked how My Boyfriend and I have been so happy and have such a good marriage. This Chick thought I would try to simplify my … Continue reading
You wouldn’t think that getting a new garden hose would be a reason for celebration. But, at MY house yesterday, the cheering could be heard for miles away. It all happened last night. You see, as a gardener, I don’t … Continue reading
Is that YOU saying that? I know it HAS been me, and before I discovered this, it was SO frustrating when I couldn’t get the printer to print — even if it just did a few hours earlier! If you … Continue reading
What would the world be like if Christians followed Jesus’ teachings? If they let people know that Jesus did not condemn them but came to save and give life? If they offered the same grace to others that Jesus gave … Continue reading
When you are on Facebook doing your daily photo browsing, don’t you ever wish you could enlarge your friends’ Facebook thumbnail photos instead of having to go into a photo album and click on each photo to see them? … Continue reading
I’ve been having so much fun with my Trick Photography and Special Effects eBook and videos that I purchased and became an affiliate of the other day! Here are some of my other posts and photos: http://www.thechickofalltrades.com/tag/trick-photography/. I’ve had … Continue reading
I posted on my post yesterday that I would try trick photography to create a smoking apple, and here it is! I did this using the techniques of Evan Sharboneau and his ebook: Trick Photography and Special Effects. This is … Continue reading
Ok, I’m so excited about this eBook by Evan Sharboneau and posted yesterday that I would post one of my first trick photography experiments, and here it is! And next I’m going to try to create a smoking apple! Click … Continue reading
If you are a photographer and want to learn some fantastic tricks without expensive (or even extra) equipment, you HAVE to check this out! I’ve just purchased and become and affiliate of this fantastic ebook and video package by Evan … Continue reading
There is no more perfect plant to me than the plumeria. I always tell people that I don’t want a plant in my garden unless it blooms — unless it is a palm tree or bamboo. The plumeria has everything … Continue reading
This is what we had for dinner…chicken quesadillas. They are one of my favorites (and My Boyfriend’s too). They are low fat and great for those who are dieting (just don’t add as much cheese). Here goes: Chick-en Quesadillas Boil … Continue reading
“Chord Piano is Fun!” is the perfect resource for those that long to play piano but can’t seem to make sense of all those black dots on the page. The book will get you quickly creating music at the keyboard … Continue reading
Growing up, I never really thought much about having children. I knew I wanted to get married, but I felt so much like a child myself that the thought of trying to raise a child was like one blind man … Continue reading
I get the biggest kick out of this video. Not only because I am a jazz singer, or because I think that cows are the dopiest things alive, but because it also reminds me of my experience with cows and … Continue reading
In a world that is becoming more and more mean-spirited, it would be behoove us to step back and think about what it means to really be nice. And, when we are nice it makes us nicer, and it is … Continue reading
I actually DID it — got out to try to capture some moon shots for the SUPERMOON showing last night. My Boyfriend and I thought that the experience would be a dud, however, when we went to our designated rooftop on … Continue reading
This year’s “SUPERMOON” will occur this Saturday, May 5, at 11:35 p.m. EDT, so be sure to be ready for it! AND, let’s hope the clouds stay away and let it shine! A “supermoon”, also known as a perigee moon, occurs when … Continue reading
From time to time, I will be adding videos of my students performing a composition they have written. Each student is at a different stage in their learning process, and several students have learning challenges. But, each one of these … Continue reading
OK. This is NOW one of my most favorite dishes of the chick-en variety. It’s also a fave of My Boyfriend and J-GQ. Plus, it’s easy, quick and low in “cal”, so no worries for you weight watchin’ chicks and … Continue reading
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