I am in recovery mode today. Recovering from copious amounts of food. Recovering from laughter. Recovering from sending my most excellent vibes to the Denver Broncos. And what joy! They won the Super Bowl! So today I’ll…
Oh, It’s On
It’s Super Bowl Sunday, friends. And it’s on. Oh, it’s on. The chicken wings are staged and ready to go. The rest of the food is on standby (and clearly not nearly important enough to identify by…
Football Food
I don’t know about you, but I’m gearing up for tomorrow’s sports-ball dance. And for me, that means lining up an array of eye and palate pleasing eats. I’m sure not one thing on my plate will be…
Thursday Memories
This photo, from the 80s, shows my past predilection for – gulp – the permanent wave. Yes – I used to endure the toxic fumes of harsh chemicals, all for a little body in my hair. And…
Idle Hands?
Yesterday I shared a bit about how my fingers are sore from sewing. And sewing. And Sewing. Well I’m happy to report I worked my thumbs – double-time – and now the pillow factory is officially closed.…
My Poor, Poor Fingers
One of the projects I’ve been working on recently is new cases for all our throw pillows. In the rumpus room, this isn’t an issue, but in the living room, well, that’s another story. You see I…
An Attitude of Gratitude
“Here I stand; I can do no otherwise. God help me.” Martin Luther (1483 – 1546) The photo above was taken in the cab of a tow truck. As I was taking the pic, I…
That’s A Lot of Pocky!
Mister has been snacking on Pocky for the last month or so. The sole box, residing in the pantry, is a mere 2.47 ounces. There’s no back-up and once these Pocky’s are done, they’re done. Anyhoo…
Jiggity Jig
Mister has been away on business. It was quiet while he was gone. There were fewer dirty dishes. Less picking up to do. It was also a little on the dull side, as that guy is a…
The Weak-end
Yesterday I had a moment of weakness. I was driving by the Krispy Kreme and thought I spotted the “Hot Doughnuts Now” sign. Even though I was headed away from doughnut mecca, it occurred to me that I…