The home is a place to recharge your energy.

By surrounding yourself with nature and the things you love, the home can be a place of healing and comfort – your own sanctuary.

Just as a bird shapes its nest, spruce up your home to fit your fancy.

12/24/2015

MERRY CHRISTMAS!

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I found this lovely ornament at Gump's San Francisco last year.
Every year, I look forward to adding one or two ornaments to the tree.

11/08/2015

5 TIPS FOR FALL CAMPING

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We escaped to nature last weekend. 
It was our second visit to Big Basin Redwood State Park.
Camping in the fall can get chilly but there's also no mosquitos!
If you prepare the right gear, it can be a pleasant experience.

SKYLINE CHESTNUTS

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During this season, one of our favorite thing to do is chestnut picking at Skyline Chestnuts.


10/25/2015

Cafe Gratitude


Cafe Gratitude is one of the popular organic restaurant in Santa Cruz.
You can enjoy fresh and organic vegan foods. more

Cafe Gratitude


Cafe Gratitude is one of the popular organic restaurant in Santa Cruz.
You can enjoy fresh and organic vegan foods. more

10/21/2015

TEAPOT FLOWER ARRANGEMENT

I found a beautiful ball shaped pink rose named "Miyuki".
The next day, I met a woman who's name is Miyuki and we became friends!

9/22/2015

GIFTS FROM THE GARDEN / JULY - SEP


David Austin's Roses that I planted last valentine's bloomed for the first time this summer.  more

9/21/2015

'ADDENDUM' BY THOMAS KELLER


If you want to have a quick and easy lunch in Napa Valley, I recommend 'addendum' produced by Thomas Keller, the multiple michelin chef. more

9/20/2015

DAY TRIP TO NAPA


The Beringer Vineyards is the oldest winery in California.
This victorian mansion was built in 1884.
We took a stroll around the beautiful garden. more

9/19/2015

DHARMA'S RESTAURANT / VEGAN FOOD


I'm not vegan but sometimes I try to cleanse my body with vegan food.
Organic vegan restaurant "Dharma's" opened in Santa Cruz over 30 years ago and has been loved by local vegan people. more

9/18/2015

WEEKEND IN SANTA CRUZ


We frequently go to Santa Cruz.
My son started surfing with my husband.
The sea is one of favorite play area for my children! more

9/17/2015

BIRTHDAY CAKE FOR MY DAUGHTER


When I found these lovely mushroom candles a few years ago, I decided to make this 'Black Forest Stump Cake' for my daughter's 4 year old Birthday,
My kids seem to like it. more

9/15/2015

UFO CLOUD ON MT. SHASTA


I went to Shasta again for a meditation retreat.
After a meditation session on the last day, we saw a big UFO cloud on top of Mt. Shasta!!
It was amazing.  more

9/14/2015

ELIZABETH F. GAMBLE GARDEN / CALIFORNIA


Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden is a hidden gem in San Francisco Bay Area.
It’s located in a residential area by Stanford University.  more

9/13/2015

GLAMPING IN SHASTA


We got a bell tent and went glamping!!
We stayed by McCloud Falls in Shasta.
Healed by the sound of the river...  more