tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32146532010-03-06T13:16:42.594-08:00journal entries & current projectsLillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.comBlogger265125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-82550447501226819692010-02-04T13:20:00.000-08:002010-02-04T13:21:15.382-08:00

So, Blogger is not going to support posting to a website from their program. I've got about a month to decide how to transition "It's Under the Surface". Maybe I'll keep using blogger, maybe I'll move to typepad or similar. I'll be sure to let you all know.besos!

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-53411882888406254092010-01-24T16:56:00.001-08:002010-01-24T21:06:30.527-08:00

Got into the garden today - pulled out old canes and hammered in some of the fallen bits of the fence that contain all of the raspberry canes. Felt good to be out, even in the rain.Cleared out old canesRaspberries in January

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-22711469223548300162010-01-19T20:31:00.000-08:002010-01-19T20:56:54.847-08:00

So, the chicken is brined and I'm about to leap up and put the recipe together. It's from a competitive site - couldn't find it's equivalent on delish.com - so I'll just say it's a mole recipe with loads of chili powder and green olives. I've substituted queso fresco for the monterey jack in the recipe as is.We had a lovely visit last week, a friend I've known for almost 20 years came into town.

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-10123686487324396082009-11-15T22:21:00.000-08:002009-11-15T22:29:58.551-08:00

I thought I'd spend the day making art. Had planned for it, just needed to spend an hour or two working before I headed down. Pretty quickly, hours passed and the work I was doing kept expanding, becoming more complex each time I thought I had figured it out. I slogged on, day passed, and I finally finished tonight. I'm glad to work, glad to have figured it out and finally, glad that I saw that

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-72400521445843132222009-10-24T19:21:00.000-07:002009-10-24T20:07:58.543-07:00

Just got in an order of bulbs that I made last spring. They are heirloom bulbs, three kinds.Fritillaria/Checkered LilyRegal Lilylily bee,geeezelouise.The third kind, I can't find images of, Tulip Elegans Alba. I also have anemones, shallots and garlic. I'm hoping to plant tomorrow, in the soppy, soppy ground. Hoping to weed the strawberry beds too. Today has been pretty quiet. Just have been

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-61201472751346409492009-08-16T19:52:00.000-07:002009-08-16T19:53:45.567-07:00

Just got back from camping. Unpacking, cleaning up. I have pictures, will post soon.

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-25787198853389242662009-08-08T11:35:00.000-07:002009-08-08T11:52:54.859-07:00

I'm thinking about posting again - it's been months!There have been tons of things going on - I'm going through my photos at flickr to find the thread to begin the story.in the meantime - Pablo Neruda poetry below, one of my favorites for the fragment "...then to dance with unmeasured fury..."It rainsover the sand, over the roofthe theme of the rain,the long Ls of rain fall slowlyover the pagesof

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-64242513059268519982009-02-11T23:12:00.000-08:002009-02-11T23:15:55.414-08:00

It's that time of year:J got mulch together for preparing the beds that he's been cleaning up over the winter. He worked all last weekend to distribute half of it. Then there's this weekend.I'm looking forward to this year's plantings and have been offering help out to friends who are updating their gardens.Hope your February is going well.

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-7108818879020073072008-12-30T10:32:00.001-08:002008-12-30T10:39:03.412-08:00

Here's Nev wishing you a terrific New Year

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-36753413610652224782008-12-03T15:25:00.000-08:002008-12-03T15:28:48.659-08:00

For being the smiling, joyous woman... for sharing your love of life with those around you... for encouraging others endlessly... for loving your family ferociously... for knowing your faith and not forcing everyone to follow it with you... for your loyalty... for your generosity... for your clarity when challenged...I am sad because a woman I admire has passed. I am amazed that she did so with

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-917722459732287452008-12-01T23:20:00.000-08:002008-12-01T23:42:48.937-08:00

What: Passports with Purpose - a fundraiser to benefit Heifer International.Who: The brainchild of Debbie Dubrow of DeliciousBaby, Pam Mandel of Nerd’s Eye View, Michelle Duffy of WanderMom and Beth Whitman of Wanderlust and Lipstick. And an amazing ensemble of TravelBloggers!When: December 1st- December 29thHow: visit this link for more information - http://wanderlustandlipstick.com/about-beth/

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-49197795770074677412008-10-18T00:03:00.000-07:002008-10-18T00:10:25.224-07:00

I'm waiting for sleep to overtake me, after getting together with a friend I've had since I got to Seattle in 1988. She's an artist too & so I took her into my studio (such as it is) to get a sense of how to better unlock the expression bubbling beneath the surface. It was gratifying to share my latest sketches with her, to hear about what she would do to convert my workspace into a usable studio

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-1032237179043056782008-10-15T21:46:00.000-07:002008-10-15T21:57:59.691-07:00

I'm supposed to have gone to sleep almost an hour ago. I am trying to relax and get ready for tomorrow. I should put away the computer & after this short note, I'll do it.I'm angling to go to a pumpkin farm this weekend. If it rains, we may defer until there's better weather - or we can dress for the weather. It's raining now - I can hear the pit-pat on the roof. We planted heaps of shrubbery

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-24712348866260680272008-10-14T22:19:00.001-07:002008-10-14T22:46:12.084-07:00

Sunday shopping brought me face to face with the spirit of the season. The local grocer was having a competition for the biggest pumpkin, had a sculptor carving a fancy face. I was inspired to cook, I'm hoping costumes, decorations come soon. It's been a while since I've felt the Halloween spirit.Tonight, I was inspired to put together some potato pancakes. We've still got potatoes in the ground,

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-22773668278976311522008-10-13T14:15:00.000-07:002008-10-13T15:41:11.301-07:00

For now, the ceanothus is tiny. Blooms are lovely, too.

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-58217051159869139242008-10-09T20:36:00.001-07:002008-10-09T21:14:50.357-07:00

I got back last night, after spending half a week in New York City. I stayed in mid-town, Times Square. I didn't schedule things well, so ended up working most of the time. I missed dinner out, gathering with friends and any chance of museum hopping. During the trip, I spent time in the Hearst Tower. The views from the upper floors were really something.While there, I watched the debates, along

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-70438290447359761792008-10-05T02:55:00.001-07:002008-10-09T21:46:16.299-07:00

I know I've not been very good at keeping up with good old Minkett.com, but I didn't expect my account to be suspended! Between updating the domain, various hosting of other sites, and missing entirely an invoice to the hosting service last August, I started noticing the slow trickle of readers coming to a complete halt.Sigh.Well, I've just now updated to blogger's free service - so the site is

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-68692893367081436562008-07-24T22:37:00.001-07:002008-07-24T22:54:01.962-07:00

Almost Full Moon,originally uploaded by Lilbenne. Watching Iggy Pop concert from 1981 tonight. Looking at pictures from Holden Beach. This one is a favorite of mine.

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-13470486833057246372008-07-23T20:49:00.001-07:002008-07-23T20:52:18.223-07:00

on the night of the full moon,originally uploaded by Lilbenne. We had a great time at the beach this year.

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-77103561443024599422008-06-17T21:55:00.001-07:002008-06-17T22:00:27.085-07:00

A change of pace for today's commute, I drove in through the still a bit rural Woodinville area. There were vineyards and horses and poplars that were easy on the eyes. Every "traffic jam" was accompanied by a beautiful view.Also, strawberries are ripening:

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-31599157735890048652008-05-31T15:49:00.000-07:002008-05-31T16:01:29.056-07:00

"Bad cooks - and an utter lack of reason in the kitchen - have delayed human development longest and impaired it most." -Frederick NeitchszeI have renewed my interest in cooking. In the last few weeks I've poached salmon, brined chicken, prepared quinoa and tabouleh, brussels sprouts with potatoes and shallots, along with a few more mundane meals. Our garden is almost fully planted this spring;

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-60747690439374311212008-03-18T01:05:00.000-07:002008-03-18T01:54:06.268-07:00

This last year has shut my mouth - such complex engagements and so much to do every day. It's been busy, tricksy - sadness has equalled happiness. These seem like tough times, but I think that's perspective instead of reality. I haven't found my footing yet. I expect to. I am grateful for these days, even though the poetry of the sky seems so distant. Happy to be here, even though it feels like a

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-7734695059351455032008-02-27T19:56:00.001-08:002008-02-27T19:56:34.612-08:00

.flickr-photo { }.flickr-frame { float: right; text-align: center; margin-left: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px; }.flickr-caption { font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px; } Jema in bed, originally uploaded by Lilbenne. Jema got sick last week and even though we did all we could to help her out, in the end she took one last trip to the vet. Such a lovely cat - I feel so lucky to have known her!

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-41525783997063372302007-12-21T08:46:00.001-08:002007-12-21T08:46:36.518-08:00

.flickr-photo { }.flickr-frame { float: right; text-align: center; margin-left: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px; }.flickr-caption { font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px; } Christmas tree '03, originally uploaded by Lilbenne. Hope all of you have a wonderful holiday, full of warmth and relaxation. Here's hoping for a peaceful, prosperous new year.

Lillianhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11899367242840392328noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3214653.post-18587248392580738822007-12-16T12:42:00.001-08:002007-12-16T12:42:58.594-08:00

.flickr-photo { }.flickr-frame { float: right; text-align: center; margin-left: 15px; margin-bottom: 15px; }.flickr-caption { font-size: 0.8em; margin-top: 0px; } ..and a sense of humor as well.., originally uploaded by _rebekka. Beautiful shot of my sister in law's favorite type of horse. What an amazing shot!!!

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