July is birthday month in our household. Both of our daughters were born in July. And my mom's birthday was in July, too. Not only did we have parties, but we also had fireworks. And cake. And Vacations. Basically, we had a lot of fun over the years. It's quiet here this year. No birthday… Continue reading Why July is my favorite month
Author: Shelley
Letting my quirk out one post at a time.
It’s the chew factor I adore
I've confessed this before - It's the little blue bag I adore. The party sized bag is my favorite score. It holds a prominent spot. It's where it and I meet a lot. Every night, you see. It's just the little ol' bag and me. I chew, chew, chew until all of a sudden, an out… Continue reading It’s the chew factor I adore
My garden demons – One is Not Cute, the other Is.
UGH............which one of my garden's demons will survive? I'm wondering if my will plants survive? My poor daisies, that just finally started to bloom, are being attacked by the worst demon ever. The Japanese Beetle. I've posted about them before. Here with really great photos of them, by the way! And here. And here where… Continue reading My garden demons – One is Not Cute, the other Is.
A twisted Independence Day
Here we are, July 4th, 2019. Where did the first half of the year go? I'm still in shock that I feel like it went by way too fast. Even if I felt like I was in the right spot, at the right time, sh*t happens in life, and we either go with the flow,… Continue reading A twisted Independence Day
Serendipity, it’s a daisy and a tiny bee for thee
The sunshine this morning has finally helped the first daisy open up. I'm going to have a bunch of them opening up in my garden soon, and I'm so damn excited. I can't wait to see all their happy blossoms leaning into the warmth of the sunshine. Daisies, simple and sweet. Daisies are the way… Continue reading Serendipity, it’s a daisy and a tiny bee for thee
Blue cheese burgers to the rescue on a hot summer day
When it is hotter than blue blazes outdoors, grilling burgers for dinner is a hot idea. Now, I know that blue cheese is not for everyone, but it can be quite tasty. And I'm with those who don't love it, I've been one to crinkle my nose up to blue cheese, but Mr. does love… Continue reading Blue cheese burgers to the rescue on a hot summer day