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today’s miracle
My kitchen is clean. Yes, I consider that a miracle. It’s a bit disconcerting, since it hasn’t looked like this since we arrived at the lake in June. I started cooking and canning and freezing meals shortly after our arrival … Continue reading
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sign posted on the gas station door
I once had an encounter with an aggressive goat. Unbeknownst to me, the neighbor’s goat herd had gotten loose. I was carrying my laundry from my house to my parents (due to a broken washing maching–my daughters never learned … Continue reading
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an apricot jam kind of day
Wednesday morning turned out to be a day for making jam. Music lessons had been cancelled and I had three packages of defrosted apricots calling my name. I’d bought cases of apricots from the Peach Man last month, for the … Continue reading
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no means no, the food version
With so many people here at the house I had to call a family meeting and explain “food rules”. “Can I eat this?” is a question I heard a lot. We had tons of leftovers and food galore in … Continue reading
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the outhouse project
Sarge and Son #1 are putting together parts of the outhouse to transport up to The Cabin In the Mountains. Sarge is in charge and Son #1 is happy to take orders. The Funny Grandson got into the act yesterday. … Continue reading
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sitting on the dock of the bay
We have had a fine time these past twelve days. He keeps me busy, which is why there has been no time for blogging. We’ve had an incredibly fun family reunion week, beautiful weather and lots of cookouts and beach … Continue reading
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he’s here
Once again, he couldn’t wait to take off his clothes, get his bathing suit on and hustle on down to the lake for a swim. It didn’t matter that he’d been awake since 2:30 AM (oh, those painful early morning … Continue reading
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random summer thoughts
It is a blessing to have friends with gardens and share the bounty. Dancing Mandolin Player keeps us healthy. Which gives me more time and energy to finish some important summer quilts. This was one of today’s projects. The … Continue reading
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not going hungry any time soon
In case you’ve been wondering how I fill my hours here at the lake when the weather is cloudy and cool, here’s the answer. This was empty two weeks ago. I’ve been busy—–and very happy. Yes, it’s a little … Continue reading
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nebraska swimsuit
Banjo Man joined me on the dock yesterday. It was a gorgeous day, probably close to 90 degrees. Beautiful. I was on the dock reading. In the shade. I’m working my way through book one of the Shetland mystery series … Continue reading
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