I heard on the news or something that in a study people that listed 5 things that made them happy that were had less stress and an overall better outlook that those that didn’t. I was having a bit of a “moment” this morning so decided to do it today! 1.Being able live in a [...]

The joy and curse of traveling by car, is you can pretty much do what you want within the limitation of time, distance and stamina! On our trip to WA we skipped our favorite winery in favor of getting there without an extra day. We decided to hit it on the way home. It ended [...]

It was a pretty relaxing week! I got to the gym every morning – except for Christmas day! We walked the pups with their cousin Bounce many of the days and just enjoyed the company of family! We had a nice day on Christmas! Lots of great presents from Grandma and Grandpa, and SIL and [...]

What did you do over your Christmas vacation? We took a road trip with the pups to see grandma and grandpa in Washington state! We cruised thru Grand Junction and picked up some of our favorite wines – Carlson Vinyard and Colorado Cellars – also some jalapeno mustard… Super yummy! That night we decided we [...]

Saw this over Christmas vacation and just had to give it a try! Figured it was a great way to start the year off right! It was from Rachel Ray Eggs in Clouds Ingredients: 4 eggs 1/4 cup grated pecorino-romano 1/4 cup chopped chives 1/4 cup cooked crumbled bacon Pepper Directions: Separate eggs, putting whites [...]

Ah, appetizers at Christmas, last minute, no time for a grocery run, and in someone elses pantry! I have a lot more respect for that fella that creates meals from other people’s pantries and houses! Oy! Me: What kind of beans do you have? Answer: Black and White Me: Great northern? Answer: I think so, [...]

When i was planning our trip out to the in-laws for Christmas i tried to find some place interesting and new! With time limits and drive times, possible snow routes, puppie travel illness etc… I found Twin Falls – and the “Niagara of the Midwest” and knew i just HAD to see it! There was [...]

Merry Christmas to one and all! Cheers to spending time with your friends, family and those important to you! Winston Paco Winston and Paco Snuggling Me and Hubby – wishing you a merry christmas!

Since hubby I will not be at home for Christmas, we decided to do it early. I asked for and received a number of wonderful kitchen goodies! An egg slicer – been wanting this baby for years! A rolling pin with auto thin-ness measuring disks, a cake froster, some more glass measuring cup – they [...]

Remember when it too forever for your birthday to arrive. It seems mine arrive faster and faster each year. This year: It’s a year that ends 9, right before a year that sounds and feels pretty old to me. I’ve noticed a couple more streaks of white in the front – luckily i’ve seen how [...]