Stay at home mom, lover of wine
Originally posted on SAHMmelier:
The light here begins to change in September. It softens a bit, reflecting off the leaves. The fauna seems to let out a collective sigh of relief from the harsh Texas summer. And yet, for me, it now comes with a heaviness that wasn’t there eleven years ago. A mixture of…
When we began planning our trip to Northern California I had visions of my husband and I running off to vineyards, or I would take off on my own for the day. I’d head up the Silverado trail or 37 solo, windows down, music up and not a hair out-of-place when I arrived for my tasting […]
Read More“He retraces the steps of those that came before him Balancing the yoke of six generations Honoring the past, visions of the future.” I wrote those words nearly three years ago in reference to the Bundschu family, but they could have easily applied to either of my visits yesterday. Although the experiences themselves could not […]
Read MoreHome. It’s a word that conjures a multitude of images and a concept that has been on my mind. I’ve just returned from a visit to my hometown, and although nearly all my family has joined me in Texas, there is a warmth, an ease, a familiarity there that cannot be easily replicated. If you […]
Read MoreNearly two years ago I put my lack of web design skills to the test and threw together a WordPress site. I hesitantly put my thoughts together in a concrete form. I gave it a name, a face, and tried to build an identity. It is a daunting task when you know where you are going, with purpose […]
Read MoreThere is no question that Austin is a hot spot on the food and wine radar right now. Some spots are hotter than others, of course, and one Sommelier in town seems to be at the center of it all. June Rodil began her career in the industry at The Driskill Hotel under the leadership […]
Read MoreWhen you think of winemaking, do you picture a large modern facility or a cave, a press, and a barrel? When you think of Tempranillo, do you think of fresh, bright fruit or rich layers of leather and spice? And when you think of Spanish wines, which of these descriptions come to mind? The Drink […]
Read MoreSometimes lessons come in unexpected places. Actually, that is more often the case than not. On Friday evening, I had a few little lessons in a meal for my brother-in law’s birthday. 1) Quality counts If Fast Food Nation didn’t scare you into thinking twice about what you put in your mouth, well, I both […]
Read MoreSo, just a little note to tell you that tomorrow is the last day to vote for wine blog awards. I’ve heard mixed things about the judging qualifications etc., but if you are playing around on your computer today, and you like what you’ve read here, consider nominating in whatever category you deem worthy. Thank […]
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