This site contains affiliate links to products. I may receive a commission for purchases made through these links at no extra cost to you. ‘Old photos go digital’ is a project Jim and I have tinkered with off and on for several years. This past year, like many, we spent more time on these projects … Read More about Old Photos Go Digital
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Creating a Quiet Spot
Creating a quiet spot had been a must for me over the years. Moments of quiet is important for me. We live in a demanding world with lots of noise. I need quiet for a mental and spiritaul refeshment. Do you take a afternoon break? A coffee, a snack? It’s also know as afternoon tea. … Read More about Creating a Quiet Spot
Salmon Sheet Pan Meal
Sheet pan meals and busy days go hand in hand. Sheet pan meals are so easy! Sheet pan meals are delicious. easy delicious meal for a busy day Sheet pan meals are easy to make and extremely convenient for a busy day. Incidentally, it works for comapny, families, singles and couples! Does the day pass … Read More about Salmon Sheet Pan Meal
Tip from Momma…Simple Caramel Sauce
Tip from Momma…making extra delicious caramel sauce. I learned this when we lived overseas. Tip for rich caramel sauce Summer is just around the corner. We all know ice cream is popular year round. We had home made peppermint ice cream for our Christmas dessert this past year! This caramel sauce is easy to make … Read More about Tip from Momma…Simple Caramel Sauce
Honor Mom and Grandma Table on Mother’s Day
Honor Mom and Grandma Table on Mother’s Day yesterday was set by the children. My son in law prepared the meal with help from the girls. made with love When Jim and I arrived the table was set. Once Meg called and said she was held up at work so go ahead and eat; the … Read More about Honor Mom and Grandma Table on Mother’s Day
8 Tasks to Begin Making Meg’s House Move In Ready
Eight tasks to begin making Meg’s house move in ready is just for the work she is doing prior to movng in. Making lists at different stages will help us to stayed focused on all the to do’s ahead. The azalea bloomed! Doesn’t it look pretty against the grey and black exterior? Anyone who has … Read More about 8 Tasks to Begin Making Meg’s House Move In Ready
How Does Shopping Turn Into a Date?
How does shopping turn into a date? It all started when Jim said. ‘I’m going to Target.” Wait!! What? The man doesn’t go to Target. I go to Target, not him. Can I go too? We only have one car and I do like going places with my husband! He made me wait while he … Read More about How Does Shopping Turn Into a Date?
Starting the Organic Garden
Starting the organic gardening planting is happening! Jim plans ahead for what to plant every year. Jim is an organic gardener. He composts. He is careful to use only organic materials. His care means delicious vegetables for us! meet our organic gardener and landscaper My husband, Jim is our gardener and landscape designer. Once he … Read More about Starting the Organic Garden
Meg’s Cute New Older House
This week Meg will be the proud owner of this little gem of a house! Isn’t it cute? I think it has a cottage look. Do you? The front looks so stylish and welcoming with its great exterior color and shiny black shutters but like a lot of little gems….it needs some polishing. Okay, a … Read More about Meg’s Cute New Older House
Mother’s Day Brunch Goodness!
It was Mother’s Day. It was a particularly special one in DC with most of our children, our son-in-law and soon to be daughter-in law. It was a feast of love and food. Robert invited us down for Mother’s Day. He booked rooms for us in the hotel that was part of his … Read More about Mother’s Day Brunch Goodness!