Category Archives: family

getting ready for summer

Posted on May 24, 2014 by is there any more pie?

My Texas daughter-in-law often surprises me with unusual treats, such as giant chocolate covered strawberries, Italian sodas, soaps that look like food, and now grapefruit-flavored vodka (made in Austin). We decided that it was very, very good. Cheers!

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protecting the hood

Posted on May 18, 2014 by is there any more pie?

Star Wars: it’s in the blood.

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waiting for summer

Posted on May 15, 2014 by is there any more pie?

I spent a couple of hours on the beach yesterday. It was warm enough, with a sweatshirt on, to bask in the sun and enjoy the quiet. As you can see, the lake is still low and there is … Continue reading →

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early mother’s day gift

Posted on May 4, 2014 by is there any more pie?

Sarge called this afternoon. He wanted me to watch this video on you tube. And he wanted to say he loved me. Okay, I’m crying. Sarge and I have been through a lot together. I’m very proud of him.

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old photographs

Posted on April 20, 2014 by is there any more pie?

I wanted to find an old Easter photo for the blog, but instead I found lots and lots of them. So many years, so many pictures! Here are my favorites from 1981. He’s married and has a three-year old son. … Continue reading →

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never too old for oreos

Posted on April 1, 2014 by is there any more pie?

My darling daughter turned 34 today, so for her birthday party Sunday I made this cake, from a blog called Inspired by Charm. I saw it on Pinterest and it looked so good I had to try. I have zero cake … Continue reading →

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it’s not all about the music

Posted on March 19, 2014 by is there any more pie?

Banjo Man stocked up on his favorite skin cream while here in Austin. He also has made several trips to HEB for pork dumplings and dark chocolate. Having soft skin makes him hungry.

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