Good 'ole Apple Pie

Before attending the Silent River Film Festival in Irvine, CA this past Sunday, I went to Ruby’s Diner for dinner. They were very accommodating with my special order and I do plan to return for another tasty meal. I wish I thought to take a picture of my large and flavorful chicken finger salad before I dug into it but I was too busy enjoying the view of the ducks on the lake. I must show you this wonderful piece of apple pie even though I couldn’t have any because of my food sensitivity; Rich, my guest, assured me it tasted great. I could practically taste it just by the delicious smell. 

If you would like to hear more about the film festival visit Privatsky's blog titled "Feeling the Love"

Hidden Treasure

There are hidden treasures to be found in the most unexpected places. On a recent trip to Bologna, Italy a friend took me on a tour of the town. On a street just like all the others we stopped at a closed window on a wall. The wall wasn’t attached to a house. It just framed or rather enclosed the walkway. On the wall was a small wooden door approximately 1 foot by 1 foot.

None of the other streets that we traversed had such a door placed at eye level. Opening the door revealed we were standing above a waterway or small canal.

Most often the tour-guide books don’t list these types of “anomalies” in them. Often it takes a “local” to show you where the true hidden treasures are located.

No matter the reasoning that caused this windows placement, I’m glad it’s there. It reminds me that beauty is often hidden just out of reach and all that we need do for it to be revealed is open the window and peer through.

Cuisine note: I had the most delicious tortellini in Bologna.