I nearly spit my coffee across the room while listening to the morning news. The breaking news story described how 5 students at a high school had gone to the hospital after eating drug-laced brownies. I'm sickened to think about how common place … [Continue reading]
Be My Valentine

I just came from a store where there is a HUGE section dedicated to Valentine's Day. Chocolates, cards, stuffed animals, mugs, scented candles, & all things lovey-dovey. … [Continue reading]
Moose Style
Sunday is normally a day for wrapping up loose ends. This week, however, it's a day of distraction and one thing leading to another: Moose Style.We returned from church and turned on the 1st of two playoff games. I went into the garage to feed … [Continue reading]
we’ve only just begun

Do you see this nice basket of hand-wrapped plastic flatware? We watched no less than 3 episodes of American Idol while filling it. Unfortunately, we've only just begun the task in front of us. On the positive side, I will be putting a huge dent … [Continue reading]
any color but green

It's been nearly a year since this orchid plant has seen blooms. I haven't exactly killed it. The leaves are nice and healthy looking -- there just aren't any flowers. My thumb is any color but green. … [Continue reading]
