moving day 2022
Yesterday was tough. Moving out days almost always are. But yesterday was already full of final packing and a string of appointments at the Mayo Clinic for Calvin. (It’s a part of his regular check-ups and T1D care.) I tried to reschedule those appointments when I realized I had double-booked us, but we couldn’t get […]
what sharing your passion looks like
I bet you think you showed up at the wrong blog today when the featured image is of a shiny new Corvette. No, you’ve come to the right place and this post does not have anything to do with me buying or even having a remote interest in a sports car. Just read on… When […]
a beginner’s ironstone collection
Yes, moving is a pain, but I have to say that there are aspects of it that have been very enjoyable for me. I’ve loved going through all of my things and deciding which ones are my current favorites and which ones are ready for a new home. (You can read my thoughts on letting […]
wrapping tips for moving or shipping breakables
This is maybe the most random blog post and tip video I have ever made, but as I am moving, I was asked to share packing and wrapping tips and I always view questions as a great source of inspiration for the kind of content I should create. (In case you missed it, HERE is […]
mexican lasagna bake aka burrito cake recipe
I love recipes that are…quick to make, can be made in one pot, are easy to adjust to different food preferences, and are delicious! Such is the case with this Mexican Lasagna Bake. It’s a fusion of layered Italian lasagna with Mexican (well, Americanized Mexican) flavors. And it is so good. When Marshall first saw […]
victorian box easel
As I shared earlier this week, packing up the studio has been the hardest part of the move. (You can read about why we’re moving HERE.) feel like I can cook anywhere. I can do laundry anywhere. We can have family pizza movie night anywhere. I will miss our bed and bedding, but I can […]
the best strawberry rhubarb crisp
We have an absolutely wonderful next-door neighbor. She has blown snow out of our driveway when Jeff was unable to, she has saved Calvin’s bike from sitting out on the sidewalk overnight, and she brings us rhubarb from her garden each summer. When she first brought over a bag, I was a little skeptical about […]
the packed-up art studio
I spent a couple of days last week packing up the art studio. I have to confess that is the hardest room for me to pack. I started packing in there a few weeks ago as I was selling a couple of large pieces, but I planned on continuing to use the studio, enjoying a […]