A Place Like This

Valarie Budayr

  • {This Moment} and an Invitation

    {this moment} – A Friday ritual. A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. ********************************************************************************************************************* Jump into a book is hosting… Continue reading

  • A Rose is a Rose, unless it’s Salmon

    The last two weeks have been a whirlwind but a time of extreme happiness for all of us here. Last weekend we had Mimi's graduation party. Yes, we were having her party a week before graduation but that was part… Continue reading

  • A Very Happy Mother’s Day

    The weekend has been very eventful. We had Mimi's big graduation party, which had me preparing all week. More about that tomorrow, but yesterday I was a queen and did absolutely nothing. It was a really good thing too because… Continue reading

  • {This Moment}

    Last week I had a comment left by my daughter which said, "Mommy. Why didn't you put the silly picture of me in the glasses acting like an old woman? I like that one the most." {this moment} – A… Continue reading

  • A Little Love Goes A Long Way

    Honestly, it's been just crazy around here. We are busily getting ready for Mimi's graduation party this weekend. Along with the last days of school, graduation ceremony preparations, and party preparations, Mimi has been playing a lot of piano in… Continue reading

  • Valborg Bonfires

    On Friday I posted a lovely family photo of our Valborg bonfire. In the comments section Kate wrote,"Glad Valborg! Må så gott. Kram." Which means,"Happy Valborg! Be Well or Take care of yourself! Hugs." This left many wondering what is… Continue reading

  • {This Moment}

    {this moment} –A Friday ritual. A single photo – no words – capturing a moment from the week. A simple, special, extraordinary moment. A moment I want to pause, savor and remember. Happy Walpurgis or Valborg's Day. Have a great… Continue reading

  • Some Tagine for the Soul

    Spring and warm weather come and Spring and warm weather go. Yesterday we had torrential rains and the temperature dropped to 37 degrees last night. Luckily I had made a big pot of Tagine and couscous and this kept us… Continue reading

  • One Small Change Wrap Up

    I can't believe it's the end. Yep, earth day has come and gone and our One Small Change intiative is passing by with it. I love blogland and participating in all of the various activities that blogging friends inspire. I… Continue reading

  • The Hidden Village

    During a little ramble in the Great Smoky Mountain National Forest, We spotted a large wooden barn house by a stream.  Let's see what's inside? A Warning sign forbid us to enter but it doesn't hurt to have a look… Continue reading