Not Quite Summer
Even though Memorial Day is right around the corner, it is not quite summer – we have to wait until the hydrangeas bloom… I know that isn’t what is holding us back, but that is what I will say instead. Read More …
Month: May 2020
More Meaning
There is more meaning to us this Memorial Day, as we sit and ponder the costs of freedom. Some don’t have a personal experience. It is more about the start of summer, picnics and barbecues. It is about going to Read More …
Off In The Distance
So many things on the horizon seemed off in the distance…now they are so close, yet, still so far away. Springtime. Spring break. End of college classes. Memorial Day. Graduation. Summer vacation. As we approached these dates, these times in Read More …
Cakes Are Essential
When you can’t go out and about, doing your normal celebrations…cakes are essential. Thankful that the bakeries near us are open, operating and creating masterpieces for us to enjoy. Also, thankful that we have room in the fridge for leftovers. Read More …
Birthday Do List
When you are thinking of celebrating, make your perfect birthday do list. A huge list. All the things you really want to do. Even if you are not quite sure it is a good idea. Then, invite friends and family Read More …
Make It Happen
Good things come to you when you make it happen. Though, you have to work at it. Things don’t just happen. Effort. Determination. Planning. Teamwork. Families. And, of course… Friends. Take the time to make it happen; it’s now or Read More …
Let’s Make Plans
No matter when we can get out of here, let’s make plans to celebrate being able to see each other. In person. Close to each other. Eating at the same table. Sharing a basket of freshly baked bread. Lingering, lounging Read More …
Delayed But Appreciated
Some things are delayed but appreciated, when they actually happen to arrive. Everything that was meant to occur in time for Mother’s Day is now happening. Everything that the kids were supposed to do for graduations, is now coming to Read More …
Allow More Time
What we’ve learned in the last couple months is we need to allow more time… For everything. Groceries Gifts Paper products (though I am seeing availability, it isn’t a given there will be stock when you want it) Entertainment electronics, Read More …
Not The Same
Many things are not the same as you remember them. Typewriters, while they sound cooler than all get out (as in they sound so freakin’ cool), are: hard to use; messy to maintain; in need of a lot of space; Read More …