One of those Days
Yesterday was one. I saved my house from burning down, was excused from a parking ticket, and listened to the 12yo’s band concert. All in one day. It started out … Continue reading
favorite holiday memory
This was a long and arduous holiday season for me. I always start enjoying the season as soon as Christmas is over, because that is when I finally relax. I’m … Continue reading
I like Puzzles
This was a gift from my MIL. It is a painting called “Evening at Autumn Lake” by Thomas Kinkade. (FYI: I think that is pronounced Kin-Kade, but more fun pronounced … Continue reading
Sew What 2
Here are some sewing projects I’m working on for the holidays. This one above is a set of four cloth napkins. They will be given to my dear mama friend … Continue reading
I for sure need to drink more or less coffee
more? or less? Four years ago, I quit smoking marijuana. I took up drinking coffee as an alternative. It’s nice to have a habit. Coffee beans smell great. You heat … Continue reading
Sew What
I did some sewing today. These will be a gift for my mother-in-law. Two matching potholders and four napkins. The poinsettia fabric I bought last year and made her an … Continue reading
Gifted Children
My children are gifted. Frequently and generously every winter holiday season. I don’t hate it, but I’m not thrilled about it either. The thing is, even without their parents buying … Continue reading
eat your vegetables
Last night our 8 year old was protesting as my husband tried to talk him into eating a couple spoonfuls of corn on his plate. “I don’t like it, I’m … Continue reading
can I really fit another foot in my mouth so soon?
My 8 year old son was outside in the driveway with his dad who was hanging a new net on our basketball hoop. And my son came up to the … Continue reading
do I need to close the refrigerator door or can I leave it open sometimes?
I self-identify as an environmentalist. I started shopping at thrift stores and vintage stores when I was in high school. I gave roommates lectures about recycling. After my mom died, … Continue reading
The Honking Goose 