I don’t know why, but lately, I’ve been wanting to give quilting a try. Those of you who know me personally might think that a little strange since I don’t actually sew. In fact, we’ve lived in this house for five years and the number of times I’ve used my sewing machine in this house is… Zero. That’s right. I haven’t used it at all. In fact, I actually forgot how to use it. So why in the world would I want to try quilting? First, because I really like quilts (and comfy throws in ... Read More about Quilting Anyway
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Wordless Wednesday: Chester & the Dropcloths
Today begins our big "remodel and repair" project of 2017. The contractor and his helper arrived at 7:15 a.m. and, needless to say, the cats were not pleased. They immediately retreated to some secret hiding place upstairs. When the men left to pick up some supplies at Home Depot, Chester -- being very brave, at least for one of our cats -- came out to see what was going on. He was highly suspicious of the dropcloths that run from the front door to the laundry room and down to the basement, but ... Read More about Wordless Wednesday: Chester & the Dropcloths
Wordless Wednesday: Homeschooling in Sunshine
After battling fevers and enduring many gray, rainy days, it's so nice to just have a "plain old normal" homeschool day with the sun shining outside. We do most of our schooling on the couch these days, blankets and cats nearby. Definitely a perk. Note: I know my "Wordless Wednesday" posts are not at all wordless. But I do try to cut down on my rambling a little. ... Read More about Wordless Wednesday: Homeschooling in Sunshine
Unsent Letters #3
A collection of letters I've written...but will never send, for a variety of reasons. Dear January, You're acting very strange this year. I mean here we are, in the third week of what is usually one of the coldest and snowiest months of the year and we have...rain. Lots of rain. And highs in the 50s. What's up with that? Look, I'm not saying I want ice storms and sub-zero wind chills or anything. But the gray, rainy days are getting a little old. And I bought my kid new snow boots that ... Read More about Unsent Letters #3
Wordless Wednesday: Goldfinch on a Dreary Day
We've had dreary day after dreary day around here, which is typical for January in this neck of the woods. At least we see some glimpses of color in goldfinches like this one. ... Read More about Wordless Wednesday: Goldfinch on a Dreary Day