Roof and Gutter Replacement; House Renovations – the research, materials and process that took place when replacing our residential roof. Hubby and I had a long renovations list this year. We amended it a bit in August both adding and subtracting from our list of renovations. One renovation decision that did not change this year … Read More about Our New Roof
Let’s Discuss Toilet Paper!
Sonny-boy came over the other day to shop the remains of my stockpile. He asked for paper towels, and I told him where to find them down the basement. He asked for toilet paper, and I started to respond when he interrupted me: “Never mind. You use sandpaper. I’ll buy my own.” You see Hubby … Read More about Let’s Discuss Toilet Paper!
Raspberry Peach Cobbler
The sweet taste of plump, juicy peaches and the tart taste of raspberries combine for a lovely cobbler that will have your whole family asking for seconds. Give this old-fashioned, easy to make raspberry peach cobbler a recipe tonight! Raspberry Peach Cobbler Recipe I love a good cobbler and crisp. They are dessert comfort food … Read More about Raspberry Peach Cobbler
This Song Has Been Stuck In My Head…
Play it if you dare.
Our CSA Share
This is the diary of our CSA share this year. The cost of a full share is $545 for 22 weeks (this CSA offers a winter share) which will bring us to the last week in October, and works out to $24.75 per week. Western New York weather is such that June is the lightest … Read More about Our CSA Share
Hand Blown Glassware: Beautiful Hand Blown Crystal Wine and Cocktail Glasses
Let me introduce you to Distinguished Imports. Among the many imports, they sell is a wide variety of hand blown glassware. Last week when they contacted me to see if I would perhaps like a pair of wine or beverage glasses to use during my wine and liquor reviews and recipes, and I decided to … Read More about Hand Blown Glassware: Beautiful Hand Blown Crystal Wine and Cocktail Glasses
“Someone” Is Stuck In A Rut
As many of you know, I have been a couponer and deal hunter for the last 30+ years. I have been on a deal-hiatus since my blog disaster in February. Yeah Coupons, Deals and More came back in May, but I don’t have the same passion I had before. Nearly everything I post there now … Read More about “Someone” Is Stuck In A Rut
Hang Your Sheers Damp
How to avoid ironing your sheers – if you hate ironing, here’s a great way to avoid ironing, and have crease free sheers without ironing! Someone made a mess of our dining room sheers. I am not sure if it was the sun – that window is only two years old and is made with … Read More about Hang Your Sheers Damp
Easy Fall Decor Idea
Easy Fall Decor Idea Easy Fall Decor Idea – all it takes is six pieces of decor to make a beautiful fall arrangement – no assembly required. If you are anything like me, creativity in the form of sewing, knitting, crafting, crocheting, etc just doesn’t happen. I even have to watch myself with a glue-gun … Read More about Easy Fall Decor Idea
Happy Labor Day!
Wow, the unofficial end of summer, and so soon! Seems like just yesterday we were celebrating Memorial Day. I hope you are able to take full advantage of the day- enjoying a paid day off, spending time with friends and family, and just generally doing as little work as possible. 🙂 If you need a … Read More about Happy Labor Day!