“I can’t give you a smile right now. I’m painting a picture.” … [Read more...]
We did It
By the grace of God and the consumption of lots of coffee, we did it.We survived two weeks of swim camp.I have already talked about how hard the first day was. This next picture pretty much summarizes my feelings throughout the entire 2-week period.You know. Wanting to be in on the action and to be able to just sit and observe your little learners, … [Read more...]
A Drought-Breaking Rain
…is what they’re calling it.I call it cabin fever.Don’t get me wrong (and I know you don’t); I’m very happy for the farmers.But this steady rain and high humidity is a deadly combo that is doing crazy things to both the produce in my refrigerator and my children’s ability to coexist.Fuzzy strawberries…in the trash.A pound of … [Read more...]
Speaking of Rain
Have you seen this quirky, catchy video by fellow Minnesotan, Tay Zonday? (His real name is Adam Bahner, and he’s a University of Minnesota grad student.)I’m warning you: it’s addictive. … [Read more...]
Birthday Blessings
A beautiful friend has a birthday today!Happy Birthday, Jennie! 35 years young, huh? Well, I've got you beat.You are an amazing mom and a very brave wife. On days when I am feeling sorry for myself, I think of you...and I think of your husband in Iraq...and I find the courage to be braver.Thank you for the gift of you, and for the funny, touching, … [Read more...]
I Know a Blogging Mommy
Who is big with her fourth little bugga (due any day) and is as cheerful as all get-out about it.Still. Do you not remember how hard those last few days were?Stop by and say hello to Jill this weekend. If a handful of salutations doesn't help her get up off the couch, I don't know what will. ; )Plus her stories are hilarious.Hang in there, honey! … [Read more...]
The 2nd Try’s the Charm
Or the 3rd.Or the 4th.Or the 10th. (I’ll never tell.)Certainly I changed the way I did things after this abysmal batch came out of the oven.And really, do you blame me?My version of the recipe is posted here. … [Read more...]
The Frogmen of Minnesota
Coming soon to a blog near you. … [Read more...]
Special Delivery
From the heart: Thank you, thank you and thank you again to everyone who left a comment on my shameless self-promotion of a post last Friday. Will you kill me if I tell you something? I was teasing when I said it was National No Lurk Day. If perchance you thought I was serious, tell me and I’ll never, ever lurk at your blog again.Unless I’m super … [Read more...]
My Kitchen Madonna
For Matilda, with hugs & kisses & abundant kitchen blessings. … [Read more...]
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