White Wednesday: A Fine French Hen for Saara

Whenever we take a roadtrip to see Tall Son and his family, we always stop in historic Brenham, Texas to visit with Maryanne and Robespierre at their French flavored shop, Beadboard UpCountry. On our Thanksgiving trip, we were looking for hostess gifts for our daughter-in-law Saara. Saara (who should write a book...schooled by nuns in a Mexican convent, married a Mexican diplomat who mysteriously died in Denmark) loves chickens. In Beadboard that day, sat this wonderful hand carved wooden hen. So, this fine French hen now dominates Saara's kitchen table.

Saara's Biscotti

Saara's home-baked almond biscotti.

We are back at The Bunny Bungalow after our trip to Austin.  Saara, our daughter-in-law, sent us home with a warm loaf of her home baked biscotti and instructions on slicing and re-baking. Having her biscotti with coffee this morning was like warm hugs from home.

Hope you are having a wonderful weekend!

Morning in Saara's Garden

Clematis is a treat for the eye.

In Saara's garden, sipping my first cup of morning coffee, I find that her Texas Hill Country garden gives comfort to all creatures.

Pink Geraniums next to a soothing fountain.

White Petunias for contemplation.

Water for the Birds. Alas, a red bird was camera shy!

And of course, these hard-working bunnies to make one remember to smile.

For Saara

Saara, Happy Birthday!

You have expanded my world with your intellectual pursuits and given me so much happiness. Thank you for being in my life and making it so interesting. May this birthday bring you happy surprises.

Note: Saara is a great friend; gourmet cook, organizer extraordinaire; has the business head of a mogul; is a lover of literature and cinema; a wise and caring teacher to small children; speaks several languages; is a talented stylist for photo shoots; is attentive to family, near and extended; is a fantastic gardener; is an excellent wife and mother of twin daughters; and finds time to be a great daughter-in-law to me.