(My sister and I visiting Santa at Jordan Marsh, Boston, circa 1958. She's the cute one looking up. I'm the one catching flies....

(click any photos to enlarge) This birdcage sits on top of the TV armoire in our living room. It may look familiar to you.... ...because I s...

This is the most visible corner in my very small kitchen, and I'm afraid it's always been a bit neglected.... Several weeks ago I pu...

Meet Pete. We owned several parakeets throughout my childhood years and all, but one, were named Pete (why the long succession of Pete's...

Isn't this the sweetest little plate? Just look how it dresses up this serving of tuna from last night's supper... Now tuna salad mi...