Bunny cake is an Easter tradition
I'm a fan of the Spring Baking Championship. Bunny cake doesn't hold a candle to what those bakers can create. Through the years, bunny cake looks pretty much the same.…
The war of the Ortega diced green chiles: 2023 update
The war of the Ortega diced green chiles: 2023 update A version of this story originally written for friends was published in the Contra Costa Times in 2009 By Cindi…
Norway: 2025
October is a great time to visit Norway. Crowds are gone. Dramatic rain clouds, golden leaves and mountains topped with fresh snow are in abundance. Pack for anything from warm…
Where have I been all year?
Maybe I’m not too horrified to see that I haven’t posted anything here yet this year. We've been on the road a lot and are planning more outings in our…
Best of 2024 photo e-book
Best images of 2024 by Cindi Christie
Reno Air Show 2024
I'm sure glad I didn't have a deadline for posting photos from the Reno Air Show, which I attended with family on Oct. 5. What a spectacle. I made almost…
Freyja: A golden life in pictures
Gathering these pictures began a few months ago. We knew Freyja would be leaving us soon. It’s always too soon even when expected. Born in October 2009, she made it…