Rachel Shenk La Bonne Vie

Hello, friends!

Sadie the dog points her nose out the window and sniffs in the air. As we approach the lane, she’s up on all fours, tail wagging, nose aquiver. She knows

A walk in the woods to start the day and chocolate pot de crème to finish the day.

“Rachel, I hope you can work through your emotions with somebody.” The customer was well-intentioned and warm, thinking her words would help me through a difficult time. The reality was

On a gray and chilly morning in the middle of May, we left our dog behind and went on a mid-week escapade. Wednesdays often allow us to be more flexible

The image still lingers on in my mind. Around us, a storm is unleashing its fury. Tall trees sway above us, their leaves softening the sound of the downpour. Big

With a crack, the ball comes fast and hard off the bat and it seems aimed right at us. We follow it as it flies up and over the fence

Scorching. Hot. Oppressive. Sultry. As I bike lazily through town to my breakfast meetup, I’m already sweating. Though we typically average 20 of these over 90 degree (F) days every

Outside, the bee balm and echinacea stretch up and out. They seem to be taking in as much sun as they can. I, on the other hand, appreciate it in

A slight breeze ruffles my hair as I sit out here on the deck. Around me, the sounds of summer echo through the neighborhood. Adult voices in discussion, children’s voices