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First signs of spring

Happy First Day of Spring! The first day of spring is one thing, and the first spring day is another.  The difference between them is sometimes as great as a month. - Henry Van Dyke The Sunday before we left for our vacation, we set our clocks to spring ahead.  We traveled to Jamaica where… Continue reading First signs of spring

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How to know when you’re past ready for a vacation

Humans need a reprieve from their normal routine to regenerate, recharge, and refresh.  Soaking up some sun, (aka, natural Vitamin D), is good for everyone, especially if you live in a winter wonderland. The Mr. and I are no different from the rest of the world in our appreciation of a much-needed-get-a-way from the home… Continue reading How to know when you’re past ready for a vacation

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Mini Monday Madness

I struggled to get the darn SD card out of my camera.  Come to think of it, when I put it in the slot, it didn't seem to go in as smoothly as normal. I pop it in and out of my camera a lot over the course of a week.  At least twice daily,… Continue reading Mini Monday Madness

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How to grill your way to a good day

Yesterday, our little ol' yard was delicately dusted yet again with 6" of white fluffy stuff. Way to go, Ol' Man Winter, nice handiwork on the 2nd day of March, "Bring it on, we can take it." Fluffy stuff is easy to move.  And it melts fast.  In March, we know we're on the tail… Continue reading How to grill your way to a good day

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Pfft, dear winter, I wish you were gone

I swear I'm going a bit stir crazy.  I was feeling gloom, despair, and agony this past weekend, so much so I even resorted to watching an old Hee Haw Show! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZAAKPJEq1Ew The glorious 4th winter we're having here in Wisconsin has no apparent rush to let go and allow for the arrival of spring here. Oh,… Continue reading Pfft, dear winter, I wish you were gone