My recent success making bread has fueled my obsession with creating crusty, artisan bread at home. It’s become something of a “gateway” bread – you know…the bread that opens the door to experimentation with other breads. I tried a couple of different recipes that I found online and they all ... read more
A day in the life of the 2011 blizzard
What a difference a day (or three) makes! The weathermen nailed this storm. I came downstairs at 6:30 right after my AMS message from work telling me the office was closed. Even grown-ups get snow days occasionally. More like blizzard days I guess. When I got to the bottom of the stairs it ... read more
Snow Day–Redux
Groceries are bought. Flashlights are ready. We are as prepared as we can be for this so-called Blizzard of 2011. Thing thing that I dread the most? Another week on the treadmill. And when I run on the treadmill I watch Food Network. Which kinda defeats the purpose dontcha think? Everyone ... read more
I can see clearly now
One of the things I love about my old house is all the French doors. They let in tons of natural light and allow unobstructed views of the backyard. Especially when they are clean. Which is rare. Because of this. The lower 24 inches of every door to the backyard has dog nose and/or paw ... read more
It Won’t Be Long Now
The weather yesterday was so gorgeous and I spent the whole afternoon outside. Riley kept me company from behind the gate. He was sure to let me know when the mailman was coming. Poor Daisy ran for the hills when she saw me coming with the camera. Even Pumpkin ventured outside from her spot on ... read more
Reprieve
Reprieve (noun) - a temporary respite (as from pain or trouble). For me, winter can be so very long. And dark. And cold. And now the weathermen are saying there’s another storm right around the corner. But today it looks like this So I am going to live it up. Peace, Kelly ... read more
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