Hubby and I have a long list of renovations we (that is the royal “we” as much of this is being contracted out) hope to have done to our home this year. Tops on the home renovation list was hardwood floor installation in our living room, family room, and Hubby’s office. Before any work on … Read More about Hardwood Floor Installation Part 1
Man Wrestles Shark With Bare Hands
This kid is nuts! And yes, after pictures they did release the shark.
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 lightest CSA … Read More about Our CSA Share
Black Swan Moscato Wine Review
We have a local discount wine store whose ad Hubby always peruses. Last week they had a screaming deal on Black Swan Moscato Wine – under $3 per bottle without a rebate! Hubby stopped and bought four bottles figuring – wth! And he is right… how bad could a moscato be? Let’s find out… Today’s … Read More about Black Swan Moscato Wine Review
Do You Have a Will?
Do you have a will? I do, but it is a million years old. I made it after my divorce, but prior to my remarriage. Hubby has all our financial details in perfect order except for… my will. From that statement alone you can tell it is something I have put off – for whatever … Read More about Do You Have a Will?
Raspberry Pie Recipe
Raspberry Pie Recipe By Ann This raspberry pie recipe takes full advantage of the sweet-tart taste of in-season, fresh raspberries! It is a beautiful presentation for a family, friend or event dessert. Prep Time: 30 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes Ingredients: ● 3/4 cups Sugar ● 3 TBSP Corn Starch ● 3/4 cup Water ● … Read More about Raspberry Pie Recipe
Rich and Famous
Hubby was talking about someone the other day and mentioned that this person’s goal was to be “Rich and Famous.” My reply? “I don’t want to be famous, I just want to be rich!” I can’t see an upside to fame, especially in today’s 24 hour manufactured news cycle. Can you? Maybe to spotlight a … Read More about Rich and Famous
Those Boxes, They Hide!
My life has been consumed by house renovations since March. The planning and prepping went on long before the hiring and the work. When prepping, we had to move all the furniture out of the rooms where our hardwood floors were being installed. This mean that not only did I haul furniture, the knickknacks got … Read More about Those Boxes, They Hide!
Are You Moving?
“Are You Moving?” I have heard that question more in the last two weeks than in the past seven years that we have lived at this house combined. Since Hubby and I are doing a lot of renovations to our home this year – after not doing much for the last seven years – people … Read More about Are You Moving?
Easy Pie Crust Dough Recipe
This slightly sweet, easy-to-make pie dough is great for all types of pies. Cook just the pie crust to use with cream pies, or use the dough uncooked with fruit or meat pies. Easy Pie Crust Dough Recipe Notes: ● I have always been a terrible pie crust dough maker, and Pillsbury was my friend. … Read More about Easy Pie Crust Dough Recipe