Holidays - Planned Resilience

Happy New Year

by Eleanor | Jan 3, 2017 | Holidays

This was my Christmas Tree this year. I never really cared for traditional Christmases. So, since my daughter is all grown up, and I moved back to San Diego, I decided to do my own, ocean-themed (or beach-themed) Christmas. To make my try tree, I ordered a...

Collapse Halloween Costumes

by Eleanor | Oct 31, 2013 | Economy, Environment, Holidays, Politics

Saw this video this morning. These would be terrific Halloween costumes. Oh wait! This is real.

First Snow Of The Season

by Eleanor | Dec 20, 2012 | Coco & Lucy, Holidays, Weather

As you can see, we had our first snow of the year last night and this morning. It started with rain and then turned to ice. The wind was howling so loudly that it sounded like wolves were in the back yard. Today dawned with clouds and more snow. School was cancelled....

Santa’s Carbon Footprint

by Eleanor | Dec 8, 2012 | Energy, Environment, Holidays

Wow, I was really surprised by this infographic. Check it out! via Ethical Ocean – eco friendly products, fair trade and vegan shopping. Wonder what the Grinch has to say about...

Happy Thanksgiving!

by Eleanor | Nov 22, 2012 | Holidays

May you and your family have a peaceful and happy Thanksgiving!

Holiday Shopping Is Here

by Eleanor | Nov 8, 2012 | Economy, Holidays, Miscellaneous

Well, Halloween is over. Now for the mad dash to the finish line. On your way, you might want to keep the following in mind (found on Facebook). If you follow the directions (below), you will likely find some really cool stuff. On top of that, buying local infuses...