As I have been running through the neighborhood this spring, I have noticed everyone’s poppies have bloomed; that is everyone but mine! Well, this morning, I finally got my first flower! I love the dramatic center of the poppy flower.
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Happy Cup Video
Here is the video of my exciting day at Happy Cup Roasting…
Cool Flower
Not sure what this flower is called but I recently saw it in San Diego and thought it was so cool!
Spring Flowers
Spring must be around the corner (although you can never be too sure in the Pacific Northwest). I love lilacs and this other purple flower is pretty cool, too.
Rhubarb Apple Pie
Yes, I have been negligent in my posts. I have been busy working on-site at a new client’s location, as well as, cooking, of course! This week I made a few new recipes but this rhubarb apple pie really stood out! My neighbor loves all things rhubarb, so I really made it for her. She was not disappointed!
Apple Pie Bars
I made this recipe today and although I won’t try them until tonight after dinner, with all the butter, sugar and apples in the recipe, I am sure these are going to be delicious. 
This recipe has a lot of steps because you have to make the crust, the filling and the crumble top so be prepared to spend some time making these bars.
http://www.workingmother.com/food-nutrition/twice-nice-recipe-ideas
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Training for Trainers
I have been speaking with a company based in the Netherlands about coaching learners that want to be trainers. They had 127 applicants, 30 interviews and then I was chosen! I am not sure how many they are going to ultimately hire, since they are just getting started. It is an interesting model, though. They provide an inital free webinar on some training and facilitation basics with the hope that you will sign up for the certification series. Once you sign up for the certification you are paired with a mentor/coach (this is where I come in) to work with you on a project. The coach provides feedback and direction, submits the final project for grading and if you pass you obtain your certification. I have no idea how busy I will be with this project but I liked the global aspect, as well as, all coaching done via Skype and email. I will keep you posted!
Book Reviews
Several of my book reviews are posted on Portland Book Review.
Winter Flower
I don’t know what kind of flower this is in front of my house, but I walked by it and thought it cool and worth a picture. Hey the saying goes, “Stop and smell the flowers…” so I did!
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