Yellowstone Photo Book
I’m working on a photo book of our trip to Montana and Yellowstone National Park. I’m using Snapfish, which I’ve used quite a bit before and liked the results. I’m curating the photos – trying to decide the length of the book and what…
Summertime Grilled Chicken Supper
On a warm summer Sunday, I always like to indulge my urge to cook out on the grill. Tonight I made grilled chicken thighs, corn on the cob, and white rice with basil. I did have a big assist from Alvaro – he made…
New Bracelet, Interrupted
I must’ve done something to my wrist yesterday or today because its really bothering me. I started to work on a new bracelet but it hurt too much to continue so Ive put it aside for now. It’s also hurting to type, so that’s…
The Olympics Are On, So
We had a great play date this morning with some close friends, followed by a visit to Ama’s house and then an evening at the local community parade. Now I’m glued to the TV watching the opening ceremony (tape delayed – thanks NBC). No…
Tilapia with Peppers and Onions
Tonight was a quick dinner – pan-friend tilapia smothered with onions and sweet bell peppers, served with steamed rice and broccoli. Super easy and super kid friendly (my kids aren’t into fried onions and peppers so I left it off their portions). Tilapia with…
Little Girl’s Headscarf Tutorial
My dear friend sent my kids a package today, and one of the gifts inside was a lovely little girl’s headscarf. It looks absolutely darling on my daughter, and it looked like it might be so simple to make. Turns out it was –…
Mapping My Mind
Working on a ‘mindmap’ today to help outline a writing project I’ve got buzzing around up there in said mind. Also, take a look at the bunny we made for a rousing game of ‘Pin the Tail on the Bunny’: Its hard to tell…
Denim Headband Disaster
My son grew out of a favorite pair of jeans, and because the knees were both ripped out I couldn’t donate them. I stuck them into my fabric stash and then started pondering what to do with them. I had the idea to make…
Creation Station
I went to such a fun place today – my daughter went to a friend’s birthday party at Creation Station. It’s a crafts store meets junk shop meets art studio. The party was in the back studio room, and the kids (and grownups) had…
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