Author Archives: Letty

As for the coyote, he was nothing like his cartoon icon. He was sleek, fast, healthy and apparently without an anvil or Acme product of any kind.                           … Continue reading →

He said, have a seat, and I sat down Is this the first time you’ve been to our little town? I said, I think it is He said, I don’t like to brag But we’re kinda proud of that ragged … Continue reading →

“Life is an onion – you peel it year by year and sometimes cry.” ― Carl Sandburg This year we have had a fabulous onion crop.  Thanks to Jennifer and Josh and their hard work, most of them are hanging … Continue reading →

“When I was a boy of 14, my father was so ignorant I could hardly stand to have the old man around. But when I got to be 21, I was astonished at how much the old man had learned … Continue reading →

“I said, “I’ll take the T-bone steak.” A soft voice mooed, “Oh wow.” And I looked up and realized The waitress was a cow. I cried, “Mistake–forget the the steak. I’ll take the chicken then.” I heard a cluck–’twas just … Continue reading →

“You should never hesitate to trade your cow for a handful of magic beans.” -Tom Robbins Back to my conversation with Ranger, the cow.  As an aside, she was named Ranger for her ability to crawl through our electric fence … Continue reading →

“Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.” – Mark Twain I always love traveling through our small town of Menlo before Memorial day.  It is moving to see the flags, and the … Continue reading →

“Ah, Nothing is too late, till the tired heart shall cease to palpitate.” ― Henry Wadsworth Longfellow   Yes, we finally begin.  At least it is still strawberry season – but even my strawberries are late this year.  We are, … Continue reading →

“Love does not dwell on how much one receives in return. If there is ever any balance in love, it is in a contest of who can love who more.” ― Criss Jami   An appropriate quote for Mother’s day.  … Continue reading →

“All his life he tried to be a good person. Many times, however, he failed. For after all, he was only human. He wasn’t a dog.” ― Charles M. Schulz We are celebrating one year of Temple Top Treats this week.  … Continue reading →