Between my OCD-collector son, and “I-might-need-that” packrat husband, we’re one cardboard box from a Hoarders episode. The only time my home will be spectacularly clean is at my wake.
Tag: family
Strawberry Pretzel Salad
Mel and Michele have joined forces to host, as they put it, a "... brand-spanking-new, semi-monthly link-up." For the first prompt of December, they've asked for our favorite holiday recipes. Since I made this goodie over Thanksgiving, per my kids' requests, it seemed the perfect fit. Okay, this really isn't a salad, and sure with all … Continue reading Strawberry Pretzel Salad
Lost art
My whole family is Apple crazy. Between the four of us we've had, at some point in time, nine different versions of that tiny musical wonder, the iPod - ranging from the Classic, to the Mini, a couple of different generation Nanos, and an iTouch. We also have three different generations of MacBooks, several smartphones, … Continue reading Lost art
Sublime chaos
Sunshine and sea breezes Quiet walks alone with my thoughts Peace of mind, no worries, no demands A few hours of meditation, To appreciate the sublime chaos Waiting at home with open arms
Winter is coming
“Winter is coming!” She was much too perky with her pronouncement. Wearing that obnoxious Christmas sweater, LCD lights twinkling out a holiday message of good cheer, I wanted to smash her face with that stupid snow globe she was shaking and trying to make me take. “This is no surprise to me,” I kept my … Continue reading Winter is coming
A day in the life
My day begins before sunrise, when the others are still asleep. I patrol the perimeter, looking for intruders and making sure everyone is in bed where they belong. Mom is always the first awake, she never seems to sleep. I need to check on her, to make sure she is okay. If I snuggle with … Continue reading A day in the life
Thin spiral notebook 