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    How to Be Happy: An Incomplete List

    by Deborah Bass Published: September 6, 2026

     

    Happiness is not a goal, it is a by-product.

    Eleanor Roosevelt

     

     

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    Deborah’s Green Velvet Smoothie

    by Deborah Bass Published: August 4, 2026

    I’ve finally concocted my favorite smoothie. I call it the Green Velvet Smoothie. But let’s first address …

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    The Resurrection Plant (Rose of Jericho) That Lived in My Cupboard for 13 Years Without Water

    by Deborah Bass Published: July 21, 2026

        I bought this little plant a very long time ago. At the time, it was …

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    Day 18 – Anne Frank House & the Heart of Amsterdam: A Perfect Day

    by Deborah Bass Published: July 7, 2026

        This post is part of my 33 Days in Europe series. Visit the hub page to …

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    Anna Justen and the Cat Who Dreamed in Music

    by Deborah Bass Published: June 30, 2026

    How I Found Her My family does extended song challenges. We challenge each other with music prompts …

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    Farmette Card Subscription: Artisan Handmade Paper, Cards & Sari Ribbon

    by Deborah Bass Published: June 16, 2026

    I love paper. Rustic and elegant, it’s where people and nature converge. I especially love paper to …

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    I Gave Free Mom Hugs to the LGBTQIA+ Community—and It Changed Me

    by Deborah Bass Published: June 2, 2026

      I volunteered with Free Mom Hugs at the Clayton Pride Festival. I expected to spend the …

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    Ina Garten’s Homemade Marshmallows: Sticky, Delectable—Worth It?

    by Deborah Bass Published: May 19, 2026

    A homemade marshmallow experiment with Ina Garten’s recipe, sticky fingers, and one surprisingly satisfying result.

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    Sipeos in Walnut Creek: Fresh Mediterranean Food & Zero-Proof Cocktails

    by Deborah Bass Published: May 13, 2026

        Walnut Creek, California has no shortage of restaurants, which makes this declaration meaningful: Sipeos is …

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    Day 17 – Van Gogh, The Nine Streets, & Canal Life

    by Deborah Bass Published: May 3, 2026

      This post is part of my 33 Days in Europe series. Visit the hub page to follow …

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    Sophie Hutchings By Night & Music Beyond Words

    by Deborah Bass Published: April 28, 2026

      I came across this piece many years ago, and time hasn’t diminished my love for it. …

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    Day 16 — Amsterdam: Canals, COVID, & Carrying On

    by Deborah Bass Published: April 21, 2026

        This post is part of my 33 Days in Europe series. Visit the hub page to …

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    What the Holocaust Taught Me About Human Nature

    by Deborah Bass Published: April 14, 2026

      Recently, something unexpected happened to me while watching Nuremberg (2025), a film about the 1946 Nuremberg …

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    So, I Bought a Vintage Typewriter

    by Deborah Bass Published: April 8, 2026

    Old things aren’t my thing. I have a more minimalist, contemporary aesthetic. I always want the latest, …

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    Day 15 – First Day in Amsterdam: Canals, Cappuccinos, & Laundry

    by Deborah Bass Published: March 31, 2026

        This post is part of my 33 Days in Europe series. Visit the hub page to …

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Hey, there. I'm Deborah~

Writer. Miner of meaning. Beautiful things seeker. I write about whatever sparks inspiration or brings joy—things that make my solar plexus twirl—travel, art, urban expeditions, and the human experience, as well as tougher topics like dark history. I don’t flinch from the hard stuff. Mostly, I love to open hearts and ignite emotion.

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Deborah Bass
  • Home
  • As I See It
  • Travel
    • All Travel
    • 33 Days in Europe
    • 42 Days Across Northern Europe
  • Explore Topics
    • Books
    • Movies
    • Music
    • Food
      • Recipes
    • Restaurants
    • Beauty & Fashion
    • Hobbies, Crafts, Gifts & DIY
    • House & Home
    • Shops & Services
    • Communication
    • Entertaining
  • Things I Love & Recommend
  • My Amazon Store
  • Phone Wallpapers
  • Meet Deborah
  • Contact Deborah