I originally posted this back in 2009, but since the holidays are right around the corner, I thought I would re-post it just in case you’ll be having guests in your home anytime soon. People fascinate me. I’m always so amazed at the new things I learn about people: people I’ve known for years Read More >>
Mavis and Mrs. Hillbilly Hang Out
Every year Mrs. Hillbilly spends about 3 days making her famous amaretto cheesecakes for THE WHOLE NEIGHBORHOOD. It’s insane. So yesterday I went over to Mrs. HB’s house to get her recipe and to photograph how she made her delicious cheesecakes, so I could share the recipe with you. We also exchanged Christmas presents as well. Read More >>
Hot Deals on Paper, String, Tree Branches and Crushed Candy Canes
I know its been a long time since I’ve paid full price for anything, but c’mon… Who on earth is going to pay $19.95 for 10 paper tags and some string? Probably the same person who would pay $4.95 for 2 crushed candy canes. Do you know anyone who would pay $6.95 for {3} sprigs Read More >>
Lost In Translation – What Did Grandma Say?
We have an older Korean lady who lives in our neighborhood. Everyone affectionately calls her “Grandma,” and she speak ah no English. Well, that’s a lie. She can speak a wee bit of English. When Monkey Boy returned from weeding her yard this afternoon, he had an enormous bag of opened popcorn {half caramel corn and half cheddar} under his arm. Read More >>
Crazy Town USA
So yesterday was awesome. I took the day off from blogging, gardening, cooking and everything else, and just played “Mom.” Now if your child participates in fall sports, you’ve probably spent a good amount of your time outside in the cold. Am I right? Well up here in Seattle it happens to rain a lot, Read More >>
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