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on the menu
You’re wondering what this is. So was I. These were stuck on my kitchen counter next to the microwave. Banjo Man explained that these are the meals he ate and the foods he used while he was in RI alone … Continue reading
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getting ready to leave
Banjo Man and I went up the mountain to do a few last chores at the cabin. It was a glorious day. I wasn’t much help, but I like to think I was good company. I took pictures and admired … Continue reading
like bumps on a log
That’s me and Banjo Man. Birds of a feather, two halves of a whole, two peas in a pods, bumps on a log. We’ve been married for 46 years, as of today. My oh my, does that make me feel … Continue reading
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off to get banjo man tonight!
I can’t wait to get him back to the lake!
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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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is there any more pie? 