I just read this article on Successify.net and I wanted to share. The article was originally written by writer Chiara Fucarino. Several of these things really hit home with me as things I already do, and some I need to work on a bit more (like #10 – I’m really bad at that one!) Anyway…I … Continue reading »
Over 60 years ago a handsome bright-eyed tenacious young English/Irishman married a beautiful Lebanese young woman. During their 60 years of marriage they raised 5 children, lived in over 5 different countries, and welcomed 13 grandchildren (and 2 great-grandchildren…so far) into their family. Through all of their ups & downs and trials & achievements three … Continue reading »
Have you heard of Kickstarter? If you haven’t you should check it out! (especially my new project!) Kickstarter is one of many crowd funding sites. However, their focus is on creative projects only. No “fund my life” projects. As you know (from previous blog posts) I have a passion for design, stationery and invitations. So, … Continue reading »
I’m sad to announce that our adventure on the prairie has come to an end. When we decided to move to the country for an exciting adventure we knew that it was a risk. In the spirit of “life is short” we decided to jump in wholeheartedly. Circumstances have now made it necessary for us … Continue reading »
One of my favorite things to eat is good soup. I’ve always been a soup person and this year at the lodge I’ve been introduced to some really yummy soups that I’m excited to make at home! I’ve already shared the White Chili w/ Hominy, which I’m making this week. (YuMmMmY!!) Another of my … Continue reading »
Last year while surfing around on Pintrest I came across the cutest idea (I wish I could claim it as my own!) for a save-the-date card. Here is a picture from The Natural Wedding Company… Both Mark and I loved it and thought it was a cute and fun way to announce a wedding. I … Continue reading »
As mentioned in my previous post Mark and I had a low key Thanksgiving this year, but I still wanted to make a yummy dinner. I’ve always considered myself more of a “cook” than a baker, and over the past few years I’ve been trying my hand ad a few basics in the baking department. … Continue reading »
We have come to the end of our hunts for the season. Mark and I (and Belle) enjoyed a very, very low key Thanksgiving, just the three of us. I decided to to try my hand at a classic roast chicken, with a few yummy sides and a classic chocolate cake. Not a very traditional … Continue reading »
We are in the middle of out last scheduled hunt for the season. It’s bittersweet as I’m looking forward to some lazy days ahead, and getting back to wedding planning. But, it’s also the end of our first hunting season on the prairie…wow that went by fast! On tomorrow’s menu is one of my favorite … Continue reading »
Tonight I missed being in the Twin Cities…for the very reason I mention in my earlier post, I’ll miss you when I’m gone. I was in the mood for a quick and easy dinner that I could pick up. Neither Mark or I felt like driving 20+ miles round trip, so leftovers it was, and … Continue reading »
