Valentine’s Day is one of my favorite holidays. Not for the overpriced flowers or goopy jewelry commercials. I like it because of all the aisles filled with red and hearts. When we were little, my mom had a ‘tree’ (branches sprayed white) to hang Valentine items from. I can remember helping to decorate it. This year, I… Read More
Just sharing some pictures of recent happenings at our house. First let me introduce my companion for the last few days. And yes, she wears it when we leave home. I don’t know what the outfit is supposed to be but Love Bug really likes it at this time. I purchased some really cool materials… Read More
Yesterday, before the horrendous cold front settled in, we had the chance to go sledding with some good friends. The mid-20s are much more cozy than 8 degrees or -8 degrees, which is what we are headed for. Anyway, it was Love Bug’s first ‘real’ sledding experience and it did not start out well. MJ took her… Read More
We were able to settle back into regular life over the weekend, thanks to a giant snow storm. With no place to go, the house got a good cleaning, Christmas decorations were hung and placed and the cooking/baking sessions began. I have reevaluated and will hold off on my “Chocolate Christmas” plans. Having just put… Read More
Still building an army. Again, only turkeys. Bigger turkeys but completely incapable of defending themselves. I saw this idea in Better Homes and Gardens and again thought it would be a good family project. This time Love Bug really got into it and really enjoyed herself. MJ tried to out doodle me but come on.… Read More