alpine bovine
Ok, my husband, Jeff, whom I lovingly refer to as “honeykins”, and I have just returned from the “Tour Du Mont Blanc,” a 120 mile trek through Italy, Switzerland and France. So now I am home, unpacked, and almost recovered from the dreaded but unavoidable airline respiratory crud that I always get when on a plane for over 2 hours. I’ve put this off for 2 months now, so it’s time to get off my ass and start my blog.
Why a blog? Well, for starters, it keeps me from having to sit down and write that travel book I’ve been sorta-working-on, I’m writing now, aren’t i? That has to count for SOMETHING…
But also because for a couple of years now, certain friends have been bugging me to put on paper the recipes of some of the goodies I make when cooking for them. ” Jules, you have to write a cookbook,” they bug me. So I looked into self-publishing one, but that was WAAAYYY too involved, not to mention expensive, and with the economy in total SHIT right now, I need to reserve what cash I have for essentials like a new pair of boots (one of my many weaknesses).
So that, in a nutshell, is why I’m starting my blog. Because I’m cheap and lazy. Goodnight for now.
Looking good!
Wow…I am impressed….a cook…an adventure traveler….a writer…and an impressive list of links……
You go girl!!!!
what an awesome photo. the caption made me snort with laughter. I’m looking forward to reading more of your blog! Bhutan is on the top of my travel list, too…
Hey Jules – Love the blog,,,,so you! I’ve bookmarked your blog and am anxious to keep up with another side of you, that I’ve yet to know….Virtual Jules!
Wow, walk a hundred miles in those shoes. Can’t wait for the book to come out. Those voices need to be heard. The girl has found the secret to youth, getting out there and up there. Happy trails.
Love the pix and write-up on Roxie. If I EVER learn how to upload a photo could I send a shot of Annie and/or Lala. Will completely understand if this is a one-dog-blog!!!!
Cheers, Liz
Oh my gosh. I am soooo impressed. Your blog is awesome. I am glad you are back safe and sound from your wonderful trip. I didn’t realize that you were quite the “little cook” LOL
I’ve put your blog in my “favorites” list.
I’ll definitely try our cobbler. yummy.
Looking foreward to seeing you and Roxie at the Oct. visit.
Luv ya,
bear
Well, now I know where to turn for advice on travel, entertainment, practical frugality, good cooking, and the occasional wise political assessment. I can’t wait for the next installment!
xo
–your loyal fan in the Big Apple
Julie, how formal of me to call you Julie, wasn’t it potsy years ago? I am so proud of your blog!! Moss doesn’t grow under your feet, you just get better and better. I don’t know Ken who left you a message, but I know he will have a grand time keeping up with another side of you. The pictures are wonderful, glad you all had a great trip, saved some money and got back safe – by the way is my post card in the mail?
Love yah,
Morgan
Jules,
Nothing you do surprises me. You have always been my hero! Enjoyed reading today, I can hear your voice talking to me while I read the words. Keep it up, I’ll check back often. Love to you both!!!!
Nice thing happened this morning, A good (conservative) friend of ours from Maine was picking Jack up for golf. I knew he had wanted McCain/beyond the palin and I told him I was sorry, sort of. Well, he had heard Obama’s press conference yesterday and had already started to feel hopeful about the coming administration. YES!