If you watch HGTV or read a lot of blogs, you know that a ceiling fan is a big decorating no-no. I know I’d prefer to have a pretty chandelier in my bedroom over my bed, but it is hot here and I like to sleep in comfort, so a ceiling fan is a must…
It’s been warm here the past two weekends. Our boat is still winterized and wrapped in plastic, but it didn’t stop us from going to the lake to enjoy the sun. Last weekend we toured a few properties for sale, each of which has incredible views. Unfortunately, unless we win the lottery, we won’t be…
Have you been invaded by Stink Bugs? I’ve found them here and there over the past year, but lately I’ve been finding more and more. I read that they were accidentally introduced in Eastern PA in the mid ‘90’s. Around here they appear to have no enemy and can unfortunately cause crop damage. I have…
One of the things that my life science students learn about is the four phyla of plants: moss, ferns, conifers, and flowering plants. It’s hard for many of the students to imagine that trees like Oaks and Maples bloom. The Red Maple in my yard is currently blooming, so I had to capture pictures to…
I took a quick walk around the neighborhood on Saturday to capture signs of spring in photographs. Spring officially begins on March 20 and I am more than ready for it. Periwinkle blooms on our property border. Most of my bulbs bloom later in season, but a few are blooming gloriously now. This Crocus managed…
This weekend I put away my crystal snowflakes and other winter themed decorations to make way for spring. I thought that I would live with an undecorated, clean slate of a living room until next weekend, but I was able to pull together a quick spring mantel before it got dark. (When it is dark, my…
We love macaroni and cheese but what we don’t love is what it does to our waistline. I’ve got great news for you, I’m sharing a Healthy and Light Macaroni and Cheese recipe that is lighter in calories than traditional macaroni and cheese but still tastes delicious. Healthy and Light Macaroni and Cheese Are you wondering…
I’ve always been a ponytail kind of girl. When I’m not at school, you can usually find me with my hair pulled back in a ponytail. I recently discovered a new to me blog, Eisy Morgan. Ashley, the author of Eisy Morgan, has all sorts of things on her blog, but what caught my eye…
Can you believe that today was my first visit to Walnut Avenue since Christmas? Time sure does fly by quickly. Today we got together to celebrate my niece’s December 29 birthday. (Better late than never!) It was great to spend the afternoon with family. Mama made Reese a most delicious cake. Reese is growing up…
Can you believe it’s March? The longer days assure me that spring is indeed on the way. I’m looking forward to doing more and more exercise outside as the weather improves. This week I’m sharing a fitness tool that I’ve enjoyed using for years, an ab wheel. An ab wheel is inexpensive and doesn’t take…
I love a quick and easy recipe. Someone left a Spring 2008 issue of Kraft Food and Family magazine at the gym and this recipe caught my eye. It is super easy to make and I had most of the ingredients on hand. I wondered if it would be worth the effort and it definitely…
I’ve been spending way too much time both designing lessons and grading papers and have really missed having an opportunity to be creative. This weekend I had a little free time and crafted a second spring wreath. If you missed my first wreath, you can see it here. For this wreath, I wrapped an old…