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Snack Bar Take II

One of our summer projects was to work on a snack bar in our basement for the kids to use when they have friends over, for birthday parties, etc. After a lot of searching on Pinterest, a couple of simple ideas that were cost-effective came to mind. A simple bar, chairs, a mini-refrigerator, some paint,Continue reading “Snack Bar Take II”

Fair 2022

“I came, I saw, I conquered.” Jay Z Another 4-H Fair has come and gone, and we survived. We may not have conquered, but survival is the goal. The fair to me, singles that the summer is almost halfway done which is crazy, because I feel like summer has just started. Time flies… The boysContinue reading “Fair 2022”

Project Dresser

I love working on furniture. It was through my 4-H years that I was introduced to the home environment project that opened up this life-long hobby for me. I love finding vintage furniture and transforming it into something different, purposeful, and beautiful. I can see the possibilities by just looking at a piece of furniture. Continue reading “Project Dresser”

5k Run

Summer Goal: Run a 5k I have not ran a 5k in 10 years and even the 5k I ran 10 years ago, left me sore, unprepared, and exhausted. This summer/this year, I sat out with a number of goals that relate to my health and wellbeing and also our family and home. One ofContinue reading “5k Run”

Happy Memorial Day

No blog post this week due to the holiday weekend. Hoping you have a restful and safe time with family and friends honoring those who served and gave their life. Freedom is the ability to live without fear. I’m sure we all feel fearful from time to time but looking back at historical photos andContinue reading “Happy Memorial Day”

Summer Goals 2022

Each summer I set out with a number of goals. Some are personal while others relate to our children/family as a whole. I am sure some people think I am crazy for even setting summer goals but I am a type-A person, routine, structured, highly self-motivated, and goal orientated. Goals help me grow as aContinue reading “Summer Goals 2022”

The Arizona Desert

A quick and great trip out west to Tucson which was amazing. We love Tucson and the resort we stay at, the landscape, the food, the sun, and the heat. Here is a short recap of our trip which started out with our flights being canceled out of O’Hare and we were 1 hour fromContinue reading “The Arizona Desert”

Early Mother’s Day

Happy Mother’s Day: honoring all who love and care for others This is an early honorary post for Mother’s Day as next Sunday, we will be busy but wanted to honor those who love and support others. To all the women, moms, grandmothers, aunts, friends, daughters, etc. who show love, support, and encouragement to others. Continue reading “Early Mother’s Day”

Project Snack Bar

Our basement is a busy place and is consistently being used. The finished first floor (that is what I call it) consists of a large playroom/workout space, TV and couch, a bedroom, an office/workout room (my space), bathroom, laundry, and utility room. The floors are heated and we are so glad that our contractor insistedContinue reading “Project Snack Bar”

New Additions to the Farmstead

Meet our sweet chickens… This past week we welcomed 4 chickens and have succussed in keeping them alive. Not an easy task seeing how we live in a wooded area filled with foxes, raccoons, etc. Each day, each morning, we drive by our little coop and hope to see no feathers and four happy chickens. Continue reading “New Additions to the Farmstead”