Moving From The Right To Die To The Desire To Live

Brittany Maynard’s decision to 'die with dignity' provides an opportunity to look at life and death in an entirely new light.

A Little Humility Can Lead To A Lot Of Health

‘None of us in medicine have the answers we tell you we have, because the universe of what we don’t know dwarfs that of what we do.’

FDA Recalls Cashews for Salmonella Risk

Check the codes to see if your cashews are involved in the recall.

Even your hairdresser wouldn’t know for sure

Pop Goes the Orchid

A spectacular Stanhopea orchid (AKA upside-down orchid) blooms in our garden.

Westbrae Nursery and Flowerland: flowers and treasures

A 'Vintage' 4th of July

Outdoor exercises

Backyard reclamation project: cozy courtyard

Summer obsession: flowers and more flowers

Garden abloom in June

New Exhibitions Open Saturday at the Richmond Art Center

Food Bank of Contra Costa: Summer Leaves Kids Hungry

Small steps: exploring urban homesteading

A Tiny, mighty change: 8th grade graduations and promotions

Rare Performance to Benefit Richmond Art Center

WCCUSD School Site Council preliminary audit results

Teacher magic: reflections on engagement and inspiration

Upcycled Fabric Bowls

Upcycling involves diverting things from landfill and making them into something useful or artistic. I make bowls from fabric that would otherwise be thrown away.

New non-profit looking to stomp out hunger in Richmond!

Last week local business owner Nathan Coletrivers announced his new non-profit, Let's Grow Richmond. The non-profit is designed to end hunger in Richmond.

Dianthus love: back in the garden

In Praise of My Orchidist

Wonderful orchids George is growing in the garden

Overcoming overwhelmed

Happy World Turtle Day!

We're celebrating World Turtle Day! Meet Woody, the alpha turtle in our house.

Bouquet time!

Welcome to the "Mobile" Age

The 'Delano Manongs' and the importance of historical accuracy

Artist Lauren Ari: 'perfectly imperfect'

Inkjet Printing on Fabric

Learn the basics of printing your own photos and designs on fabric with an inkjet printer.

Tana Hakanson, artist: forthcoming open studio and a bright future

Vintage love: Vivian's evolution

WCCUSD Teacher Exit Interviews Should Be Published Yearly

When in Vegas: Get and stay happy, Part 2

When in Vegas: Get happy, Part 1

Cats and cats

April showers bring May flowers

Great Blue Heron Returns

Our third visit from a Great Blue Heron. It never gets old!

Earth Day: honor your mother

Celebration of Roses 2014

Mark your calendars, the Celebration of Old Roses is May 18th this year. Held at the El Cerrito Community Center, free admission and parking.

Vintage Easter Greetings

Love vintage postcards? Here are some wonderful cards wishing you a Happy Easter!