Each year, Bob and Su (otherwise known as Grandma and Pop-Pop to my kids) host a fourth of July picnic for the whole family at their home. The kids soaked in the time with their cousins…and were literally soaked, too – at least they were while they played water guns! Thankfully the heatwave held off and the weather was lovely … Continue reading
We live right by several state parks. One runs right along the side of our neighborhood. Bob and the kids had tried hiking back there a few years ago, but while walking they encountered a big buck and decided they had better casually, but swiftly, depart the woods. We decided to give it another go this summer and we were … Continue reading
Just a little over 24 hours ago, DD and I stepped out on our front porch to watch the first tiny, seemingly innocent snowflakes fall on our front lawn. Now, a day later, our neighborhood is blanketed (or should I say smothered?) in over 2 feet of snow. While the snow still fell, we enjoyed a late breakfast of buttermilk … Continue reading
On the 27th, we hosted another dinner for my family to celebrate my nephew’s birthday. Both of my sisters, my nephews, my mom and dad, and even my aunt and uncle were here. DH got a great photo of all the grandchildren on my side of the family. Enjoy the gallery!