All the rain weāve had has allowed me to change up my summer fitness routine. Long walks, short runs and bike rides have been added into the mix of walking to the gym for an early morning workout. Wait. Did I say ābike ridesā? Yes, I did. I have no reason not to ride my […]
Just when you thought I could not possibly buy one more thing, I have a few new purchases to share with you. Laundry Room Light Fixture We loved our rustic, urban light fixture in our laundry room. But with our recent small remodel, it was no longer a perfect fit with the dĆ©cor. Oh, and […]
Like many others, Iām really trying to limit my sugar intake. But sometimes, I need just a little something. With chocolate in it. That will freeze nicely so I donāt eat a whole batch. And, for the hub, itās nice if itās gluten free. This recipe calls for 8 ingredients and even I could scrounge that […]
Amazon Prime Day had a few (or more) appealing items and I ordered more than I usually do. And then I spent the next two weeks purging my house and garage. Hmmm. Guilt? Junk overload? Oh, well, I got suckered in on the bargains and today Iām sharing a few of the purchases and my […]
Making a contingency plan for rain is nothing I worry about living in sunny Arizona.Ā But living in sunny Arizona means that sometimes it is too uncomfortably hot to sit outdoors and eat, but picnic food is still on the summer menu. No, Iām not one of those people who thinks an indoor picnic needs […]
Memorial Day weekend was wonderful around here and was the perfect kick off to summer and all the activities that are already started. Yep, summer is hot around here.Ā But I love it anyway and we are having so much fun.Ā Iām going to share some of the early summer activities we are doing around […]
We recently drove through the University of Wyoming campus in Laramie (home of the Cowboys and NOW Cowgirls, too) and it is large with lovely grounds.Ā And then.Ā T This week I have been staying next to Rice University in Houston.Ā And oh, be still my heart.Ā Live oaks everywhere. In fact, Rice is recognized […]
It feels like this is a very long spring this year. Home in Arizona has been lush and full of desert blooms. Early this year, I saw the dogwoods and magnolias of Georgia blossom. Our latest trip through Wyoming, South Dakota and Colorado have extended spring quite a bit, because these states are just getting […]
Big Red got loaded up with boxes as John and I flexed our muscles. I know, thatās a bit misleading. Weāre not moving. Praise the Lord. DF Evonās daughter Jessy is though. And we assisted a tiny bit. It is so exciting that she has a new and beautiful place and is entering her next […]
As salad greens go, arugula keeps a long time, has a nice tangy flavor and is usually in my fridge.Ā A simple lemon vinaigrette makes the best dressing for the peppery leaf.Ā Why is that word so dang hard to spell? Homemade dressing is so easy to make and easy to modify to your taste. […]