We awoke before the Sun came up on Saturday to get an early start on our drive to Cincinnati to meet our granddaughter. It was unusually easy to wake up and get moving so early … and we were right on schedule to get out the door. Then this happened…. Mr. D had a little … Read More
Baby Arrives!
On Friday, April 25th our sweet Sydney Lee arrived in this world at 4:34 pm weighing in at nine pounds, 8 ounces and measuring 21.5 inches long. Our first glimpse of our sweet girl was via a text — we were all immediately smitten! Shortly after the text, we were able to see Sydney and … Read More
Cincy trip and another baby shower
Eleven hours and five states and we arrive in Cincinnati. Worth.Every.Mile. Spring Break here in the Med City made it possible for Nate and Danae to join us which gave us an entertaining road trip. Cara’s mother-in-love, and her 3 sister-in-loves put on really nice family baby shower for our girl. My mom and sister … Read More
Baby Shower Time!
Shower season has officially begun in our family! First shower: Baby Shower 1 of 3. Cara’s co-workers at the hospital gave her a beautiful shower this past weekend. I couldn’t make this shower, so Cara sent me phone pics to “take me along” to the shower. Her work “people” know her well — the shower … Read More
Soooo over. it.
One by one, six coworkers entered the time clock room this morning. We all echoed the same sentiment. “I am so over this” The snow. The cold. Looking out our front and back windows it’s hard to tell if we are in Narnia or Rochester. It is pretty. But it sticks around too long.… and … Read More
Engagement Celebration
December 20, 2013 marks the date that our Baby Girl said yes when Mike asked her to be his wife. February 1, 2014 marks the date we celebrated their engagement. Three wonderful friends of the couple helped deck out The Cottage with photos of the happy couple and all things glittery, … Read More
Randomness
It was time to clear some photos off my phone. Deleted many. Saved a bunch. If you follow me on Instagram these will all be repeats for you. I’m really sorry. I’m also really sorry for all the canine photos. In the absence of babies at The Cottage (for now) the fur babies get photographed! … Read More
Historic Properties
There are many historic properties in my home town – which is rich in history. I had the privilege of working in several of these historic properties prior to my retirement. This home, built from 1916-1918 by famous doctor and his wife was one of the homes I worked in. This doctor was very involved … Read More
Here’s the deal
A girl can only do so much. Something had to give. The blog took the hit. Since my last post (November 18) This has happened…. a surprise package arrived. my niece, Mackenzie made me beautiful note cards. and this happened…. Then this ~ decorating church for the Christmas season in “warehouse/pallet” style quiet evenings spent … Read More
Cincinnati Road Trip, Part 2
His photos. His comments. Guest blogger: Kirk Paul Brown Stadium (home of the Bengals): Good Seats — lower deck — living large: Bengals had a big win over the Jets 49-9! My host for the day… thanks Tim! All lit up… Nice pavers on this street near Cara & Tim’s place… (Editor’s note: Kirk walked … Read More