Our family loves to play card games, and we get just a little competitive (during quarantine, we played our fair share of Rummy and Wizard). The kids master their techniques during the summer while away at their respective camps, where Spit replaces Fortnight. I try to stay sharp for our annual ski trip Hearts marathon, but usually end up… Read More
Mother’s Day is just around the corner so I am stocking up. Of course, I will send something fun to my own mom, but I also like to give little gifts to my sister, friends, and mother-in-law. Since I do have a few presents to purchase, I like to keep the cost down to under $50. Here are a… Read More
I used to be such an avid needle-pointer, making belts, pillows, ornaments, and a Christmas stocking (or two). For some reason, I let the past-time slip away from me, trading in the canvas and wool for more books and puzzles. The other day I came across the latest unfinished project in my needlepoint graveyard and decided it was time… Read More
Since Easter 2020 was canceled abruptly, I am doing some extra planning for the big day this year. We will have vaccinated grandparents coming as well as my vaccinated sister and husband (he’s a doctor) and their two littles. Since my two young nieces will be joining us we get to hide some eggs and find some candy! Come… Read More
This week is February break for our kids and we are again, staying at home. But, I have stocked up on my favorite pastime and I have puzzles galore to keep me busy. I have exhausted my supply of wooden Liberty Puzzles, so I have moved on to the more affordable and readily available Galison options from Amazon…. Read More
It happened again– I went down the Etsy rabbit hole searching for some Valentine’s Day card and gift inspiration. What started with a simple search for “heart-shaped” ended in a new post for you all. Since Etsy is my go-to place for everything handmade, homemade, and crafty, I naturally started my hunt on the site. It’s no surprise that… Read More
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