My mantel is an ever changing art venue, especially at the change of seasons. It isn’t unusual for it to evolve as the season progresses either. Today it looks like this…. But, two days ago it only had one tree. The tree on the left replaced a white ceramic pitcher filled with greens. There may … Read More
Bell Ringers
For two hours today I joined with two energetic children to ring the Salvation Army Red Kettle bells at Sam’s Club. Their energy is boundless. As is their creativity. I present: Jingle Bells, Gagnum Style. This bundle of energy danced the entire two hours… Both the kiddos sang the entire two hours… With the singing … Read More
A fundraising event…
My commute to work is on country roads. My office is in the middle of 200 acres of forested, rolling hills on the Zumbro River. I work at a camp. Thursday evening camp had a huge fundraising event. Approximately 300 people attended. My friend, Jo Lynn, and I did the event planning. Well, not … Read More
The Orange Army
A week ago Tuesday Mr. D left at 7:15 pm to drive 24 hours straight. To help people. People who had their homes destroyed by hurricane Sandy. This “orange army” has worked long and hard days serving others for the last week. Tomorrow evening they return. I am so excited to see and be with … Read More
Cruise favorites
A week ago today (Sunday) I woke up in Florida and went to bed in Minnesota. from our suite balcony overlooking Port Canaveral It was a cruel and brutal return. But it was SO good to be home. I’ve determined there are many things to like and dislike about cruising. I’ve also learned that … Read More
Time flew!
photo taken from the Aft balcony of our suite, by Amy DeVries Last week. The cruise. Did it really happen? Was it a dream? Sure feels like it was. Hard to believe that a week ago today I was in the caribbean on a cruise ship. Reality hit hard and fast when I walked through … Read More
School visit
Today I went to school. Small town elementary school. To visit a teacher. My boy, Nate. To see his classroom where he teaches some lucky kiddos. And to deliver some cookies for a community education class he is teaching tonight. His fun classroom is full of art projects …. I helped him cut out some hand … Read More
River Trail
Sorry to bore you with another trail ride. It’s just that time is running short for riding and I sure don’t expect a warm fall and winter like last year, so I’m getting in as much riding as I can these days. Last week I rode alone. Twice. It’s very different riding alone. I have … Read More
Little Cottage Reno
About four years ago I took you on a (blog) tour of the beautiful home our friends Dave & Jo Lynn. They designed, built and decorated that beautiful home. Then they sold it. and moved here… to the little cottage that they own. This adorable little cottage has a one bedroom apartment upstairs, and a … Read More