While out for our early morning walk with the dog, I spied this tree. How clever! I would love to know where the face was purchased. It sure brought a smile to my face :-).
May 16, 2009
May 15, 2009
Day 135 - Ecstasy
This is one happy dog! When my husband, Scott, came home after lunch today, Lucy rolled over and got her belly rubbed. If only it were that easy to make humans happy!
May 14, 2009
Day 134 - Blue sky
After a very rainy day yesterday, this is the beautiful sky we enjoyed all day today - such a pretty shade of blue! When taking this photo, I felt like I had to get a piece of our roof & trees so people can tell it really is a sky.
May 13, 2009
Day 133 - Rhubarb muffins
With all the rain we've had this spring, my rhubarb plant has grown quickly out of control! While we were out in the garden yesterday, I picked some stalks and today I made yummy rhubarb muffins. Looks like 'someone' ate one already!
May 12, 2009
Day 132 - Carrot treat
Lucy's very favorite treat is a big raw carrot! Our vet says they are good for watching her weight and great for cleaning her teeth. She's going to be a very healthy dog!
May 11, 2009
Day 131 - Lilies
What a beautiful day today! My husband and I used part of the day to do some gardening. Here we are transplanting some Day Lilies to a new spot.
May 10, 2009
Day 130 - Mother's Day
Happy Mother's Day! This vase of pretty tulips was delivered yesterday. My dear daughter who lives in Denver sent it. Thank you, Kristin. I love you! I look forward to hugging you in person when you get home in June.
This afternoon, we were invited to my oldest daughter's house. She fixed a scrumptious dinner! She also sent me home with leftovers and flowers. Thank you, Cheryl. I love you!
I am a very lucky mom
to have two wonderful
daughters!
This afternoon, we were invited to my oldest daughter's house. She fixed a scrumptious dinner! She also sent me home with leftovers and flowers. Thank you, Cheryl. I love you!
I am a very lucky mom
to have two wonderful
daughters!
May 9, 2009
Day 129 - Snow? No!
At first glance, this looked like a freak spring snowfall. But, thankfully, no! These are the petals from the blossoms on our neighbors tree that were blown down during the wind & rain last night.
May 8, 2009
Day 128 - Roses
My sweet husband surprised me today. He bought me a dozen roses while I was gone subbing. When I got home, he said, "because you deserve them". Yes, he's a keeper!
May 7, 2009
Day 127 - Flowers
It is getting close to Mother's Day, which means the weather is getting warmer and outside plants will be safe from frost. I stopped at Home Depot today to pick up soil & grass seed and came home with some plants to add to our gardens. I'm looking forward to shaping up our gardens now that I have more time.
Dinner out with friends!
Happy Birthday, Patty!
Dinner out with friends!
Happy Birthday, Patty!
May 6, 2009
Day 126 - Morning view
I LOVE this view out our bedroom window this week. These trees are so pretty and a joy to see as I raise the bedroom blinds each morning. I wish the blooms would stay longer, but a good wind or rain ends the beauty for another year. I do enjoy them while they last!
May 5, 2009
Day 125 - Squirrel bungee
We love watching the wildlife in our backyard. When we saw this bungee feeder for the squirrels at Lowe's we just had to add it to one of our trees. We are anxiously waiting for the squirrels to discover this new toy!
May 4, 2009
Day 124 - CD fish
I subbed in the art room at Ivy Hill today. I loved the project the teacher had hanging in her windows. Before I retired last year, I had given her a big box of outdated CDs. She's a great recycler and came up with this cute project. Each sea creature came out unique after the children created them from 2 CDs and an array of craft supplies.
May 3, 2009
Day 123 - Spring blossoms
I love this time of year! These are just a few of the beautiful trees I saw while out for my walk today. It's too bad that the blossoms don't last longer. The neighborhood is so colorful and fragrant!
May 2, 2009
Day 122 - Rosemont Theatre
We attended "Jesus Christ Superstar" at the Rosemont Theatre tonight. Great show! We've had the tickets for nearly a year. My husband bought them for me for my birthday last July. What a sweetheart!
May 1, 2009
Day 121 - Sangria
What a great way to celebrate friendship, TGIF, and a friend's birthday! Dace, Sue, and I meet for dinner about once a month. Tonight's dinner was at Max and Erma's in Deer Park. Sangria is new on their menu and an excellent choice as a refreshing spring cocktail.
Happy birthday, Dace!
I hope you get your wish!
Happy birthday, Dace!
I hope you get your wish!
April 30, 2009
Day 120 - Rhubarb
With all the rain we've had, our rhubarb plant is growing like crazy! Some stalks will be ready for picking very soon. This plant originally came from my mom's garden, and brings happy memories of her rhubarb sauce on vanilla ice cream. What is your favorite recipe using rhubarb?
April 29, 2009
Day 119 - Feather
I found this feather in our yard today. We're so happy to have so many birds back this spring. Do you know what type of bird this feather is from?
April 28, 2009
Day 118 - Little Kristin
Today is my baby's birthday. How is it possible that she is now 26 years old? These are three of my favorite photos of her - at 6 months, 3 1/2 years, and in first grade.
Happy Birthday, Kristin!!
I Love you!!
Happy Birthday, Kristin!!
I Love you!!
April 27, 2009
Day 117 - Back up
Have you backed up your computer recently? After hearing from two friends who lost major amounts of their work due to hard drive crashes, I was reminded about how important it is to back up regularly. It is actually very easy to back up my newest MacBook by using Time Machine. I try to remember to plug this external HD into my Mac at least once a week.
April 26, 2009
Day 116 - Game night
We had a FUN night at home when family came over for game night. We played Apples to Apples. The top photo is my Father-in-law, in the middle are my mother-in-law's hands holding her cards, and on the bottom is my brother-in-law. Who do you think won the game?
April 25, 2009
Day 115 - Friends?
Lucy and Rainman had a chance to get to know each other tonight. Lucy was very curious about her new little friend. Rainman wasn't too sure! Lucy smelled Rainman & followed him around the family room, giving him a little nudge every once in awhile, but never barked or tried to bite. Rainman got lots of exercise trying to head in the opposite direction!
April 24, 2009
Day 114 - Birthday girls
Happy Birthday to Anne & Jen who are celebrating their birthdays today (and all weekend)! Their combined age is 98! We enjoyed dinner at Ted's Montana Grill with about 20 members of our PLN from Plurk & Twitter. Most in attendance had spent the day at Midwest Tech Forum. Jen is from California and Anne is from Michigan. They are two GREAT ladies!
April 23, 2009
Day 113 - Flower or weed?
As I was out walking the dog this morning, I spied these tiny purple flowers in a neighbors front yard, growing in the middle of their grass. Are they flowers or are they weeds? The dictionary on my computer gives this definition for weed: "a wild plant growing where it is not wanted and in competition with cultivated plants". To me, these are flowers, and another sign of spring.
April 22, 2009
Day 112 - Breast cancer
Today was a day mixed with joy & sadness. I was asked to sub at the school I retired from, which I always enjoy. When I first arrived, the staff was beginning to celebrate "Administrative Assistants' Day" (Secretary's Day) with treats in the lounge. A huge damper was put on this celebration when our principal let everyone know that our secretary has been diagnosed with breast cancer. She has a very positive attitude and I know she will receive loving support from her family, friends, and our staff. We'll all be keeping her in our prayers.
April 21, 2009
Day 111 - Flipflops
Warmer spring weather is on the way! We'll be wearing flipflops soon. This pair is going into the mail this week as a little gift to someone special.
April 20, 2009
Day 110 - Afghan
What a miserable, cold, spring day it was today. But, when curling up to watch TV tonight, pulling out this afghan cheered me up, despite the dreary weather. My mom loved to crochet, especially anything she could make out of granny squares. I'm blessed to have many warm memories of Mom.
April 19, 2009
Day 109 - Wet dog
Today was a very rainy Sunday. We walked Lucy several times and she didn't seem to mind being wet at all. In fact, the rain seems to enhance the smells she enjoys sniffing outside! In this photo, she is getting towel dried from the tip of her pointy nose to the end of her pointy tail.
April 18, 2009
Day 108 - Clean patio
We enjoyed a warm spring Saturday today by cleaning up the patio and outdoor furniture. This photo is the nozzle of the power washer that we used to wash away the winter dirt.
April 17, 2009
Day 107 - Dandelion and Magnolia
I had to post two photos today! On the left is the first dandelion of the season. It wasn't in our yard, but I saw it while walking Lucy this morning. On the right is the magnolia flower that bloomed from the bud I photographed on April 13th. We're finally enjoying the real beauty of spring!
April 16, 2009
Day 106 - Birch tree
This birch tree caught my eye this morning as I was walking Lucy. The white bark is such a pretty contrast to the gorgeous blue sky. I love when the sky is this shade of blue. Kristin calls it a "Colorado sky", and they get them more often there than we do here in Illinois.
April 15, 2009
Day 105 - Peony bud
We have three large peony plants in our garden. They've been moved from house to house over the years. These clumps were originally given to me by my Mormor & Morfar (Swedish grandparents). I think of them whenever the peonies are in bloom. They are about 4-6 inches out of the soil now, but should grow quickly now that the weather is warming up.
April 14, 2009
Day 104 - Willow trees
These willow trees are at the edge of the park in our neighborhood. They are always one of the first trees to get leaves in early spring.
April 13, 2009
Day 103 - Magnolia bud
It was a very rainy day today. While outside for my first walk with the dog this morning, I noticed that our magnolia bush has buds on it, no leaves yet, but about a dozen buds. I don't think this bush likes the cold April weather we've been having. I'll snap another photo when the buds open.
April 12, 2009
Day 102 - Taxes
We had a very casual Easter this year due to many family members being elsewhere. Our oldest daughter came over in the afternoon to visit, play with the new dog, eat dinner with us, and have Dad check her taxes for her. She had done a great job on her taxes and she and her husband are getting back a nice refund!
April 11, 2009
Day 101 - Bench
This is a bench outside the school in our neighborhood where my children attended elementary school. I like the bench because it is sturdy, bright, shiny, and functional. They have 3 or 4 of them out in front of the school and they've been there for several years now & they still look brand new. The company that makes these benches should be commended for great workmanship!
April 10, 2009
Day 100 - Animal hole?
When I was out walking Lucy yesterday, I noticed that a neighbor had recently mulched a tree in the parkway. On our walk today, I saw this hole in the mulch. I'm wondering what kind of animal dug the hole.....do you think he's burrowed inside the hole??
April 9, 2009
Day 99 - Daffodils outside
Yeah! My daffodils outside are finally blooming today thanks to two days of warmer weather and sunshine. I need to divide the daffodil bulbs & spread them out later this spring or early summer.
Happy birthday, Lois!!
Happy birthday, Lois!!
April 8, 2009
Day 98 - Our house
Today I photographed the front of our house. We are just starting into spring. The grass is beginning to green up, but the trees only have small buds, no leaves yet and none of the flowers are blooming. I hope to have a lot more color in a photo like this later in the spring/summer.
April 7, 2009
Day 97 - Afternoon moon
While out walking with Lucy this afternoon, I was admiring the beautiful blue sky when I noticed the afternoon moon.
April 6, 2009
Day 96 - Daffodils
I'm tired of waiting for my daffodils to bloom outside in our yard. Today I bought myself a bunch of cut daffodils at the grocery store to brighten our kitchen table.
April 5, 2009
Day 95 - Lucy's toy
Lucy slept well last night and was feeling fine today. We went on several long walks (even though it was cold & windy). She also had a great time playing with one of her new toys.
April 4, 2009
Day 94 - Lucy
Lucy looks a little sad in this photo. She had a bit of a tummy ache last night and during the day today. By the time she went to bed, she was feeling better. I just wanted to hug her!
April 3, 2009
Day 93 - Goodnight Lucy!
Today I picked up our new furry friend from the shelter. We adopted this darling beagle, Lucy, from The Buddy Foundation. She is about four years old and such a cutey. She is very sweet and we are extremely excited about adding her to our family.
April 2, 2009
Day 92 - Computer lab
I subbed again today for the music teacher at the school I retired from. She is out unexpectedly as she recovers from emergency surgery. The lack of plans allowed me some latitude. Since the 2nd graders have been learning the names & families of the instruments in an orchestra, I decided to use a great website with them. Lucky for us, the computer lab was open during the first hour of school when two second grade classes have music. They had fun learning more about the instruments & hearing what they sound like using www.nashvillesymphony.org/nsokids/.
April 1, 2009
Day 91 - Robot
Today I subbed at Ivy Hill for the music teacher. This robot in her room was built as a prop for one of her music shows this year.
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