I’m a little late jumping in to the American Idol season this year. Tonight was the first time tuning in this season, and I only caught the last 20 minutes or so. Got me thinking about last year . . . Remember Jason? I know a lot of people didn’t like him, but for me, there … Read More
Life as an empty nester
With a semi-empty nest (college students still come home) — the evenings are quiet…. Even though we miss our kids, we aren’t complaining. Quiet is good. After dinner we poured a glass of wine, and sat by the fire and talked. With the busy weekend behind us, and the week still ahead — it was … Read More
Home
DIY Guy and I have been in “full retreat” all weekend. With sporadic internet provider service (in the backwoods) I once again suffered internet withdrawal symptoms. To quote a friend, “It’s all good” now…I’m once again connected with my blog friends. It was soooooo good to see our girl. She was an amazing camp nurse. … Read More
Retreat. Day 1
It sure doesn’t take this lady long to feel her age …. when I get up at 4 am to drive 5 hours to retreat center then make lunch for a dozen people . . . …then re-arrange the lodge great room where us staff are staying . . . (I couldn’t help myself) then give … Read More
I need ya!
Every other year we sign up for the vision plan through DIY Guy’s place of employment. That’s the year we all get our eyes checked, and get new glasses. I am usually more than ready for new glasses — although my vision has changed each visit — the biggest reason I’m ready is because I … Read More
Happy Birthday Wild One!
Happy 23rd Birthday to our “Wild One” Cara Kjersti Cara was first. First born that is. We pretty much knew from the beginning that she wasn’t going to be one of those “compliant” children who made parenting look easy. Nope, she is our strong-willed child. Strong willed children have a way of making us parents feel … Read More
Hopeful
Remember last year around this time? Danae and I embarked on a trip to Illinois for a weekend to attend be present at a retreat my sister plans, administrates, organizes & leads each year. I’ve always loved being around teenagers. Their candid actions, antics, passion and energy are inspiring to be around. I also love … Read More
Canine Capers
Ca-per – verb (used without object) 1. a. prank or trick; harebrained escapade. Exhibit # 1: A simple silk hydrangea and (real) pheasant feather arrangement in antique basket. Exhibit #2 Energetic Yorkshire Terrier (with delusions of being a hunting dog) No longer being able to withstand the temptation of the pheasant feathers within such close … Read More
Simple Crusty Bread
Here we go…it’s bread time! Gather these ingredients: 1-1/2 tablespoons yeast 1-1/2 tablespoons kosher salt 3 cups lukewarm water 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour, more for dusting dough Cornmeal and this equipment: pizza peel (or the bottom of a cookie sheet works great too) baking stone (or a non-stick loaf pan) large bowl or plastic container … Read More
Bread Anyone?
I promised the bread recipe for today . . . unfortunately, after I had the entire post typed and ready to publish last night – Internet Explorer decided to encounter an error. Arrghhh. I can’t tell you how often this has happened…I’m so frustrated with IE. The bread recipe is still coming….it will just be … Read More