Wednesday, February 10, 2021

Waiting on the snow...

 It’s supposed to snow again. I guess that’s what February is all about - snow! 

As most of you know, I’m a planner. I like to have things in order - with contingency plans - just in case. Flying by the seat of my pants in a snowstorm is not my idea of a good time. It must be my upbringing - mom and dad were children of the depression and they made sure the pantry was well stocked, the wood racks were full, and mittens and boots were ready to go. 

This morning I ran to Wallyworld and the grocery store to pick up the few things we might want to eat if we end up snowed in until next week. I need choices! Tonight we are having meatloaf - the perfect meal for having leftovers! 

I filled the wood carts, the laundry is running, and the dishwasher has been emptied. Once I get the clothes put away, dust the furniture, and vacuum, I’ll be ready to hunker down in front of the fire and crochet the snowy days away. 

As long as we don’t have to go anywhere, I love snow! 



Monday, February 08, 2021

Monday Musings

I had lunch with a dear friend. It was really fun. 

Mini is currently on the couch enjoying the warmth from the wood stove. 



I’m going to spend the afternoon working on this loveliness. 


It’s so cozy in here that I am going to have a cup of tea in my new ladybug mug. 



Sunday, February 07, 2021

Busy Weekend

We have had a busy weekend. It started with hauling and stacking logs on Saturday afternoon. Then we split the last 4 chunks we had cut and moved a couple of weeks ago. 

Today we watched the snow fall. It was beautiful! 





Mini enjoyed her time in front of the fire. 


I worked on a wedding gift. It always takes me a long time to choose just the right pattern. I should have practiced my bell tree, but I didn’t. Tomorrow will have to be soon enough for that. Mr worked on some work stuff, practiced his guitar, and shoveled off the driveway in the spots that didn’t look like they were melting in the sun. We watched a rerun of Columbo. Yep... it was a pretty lazy day! 

I made an amazing pot roast for dinner on Saturday - believe it or not, that’s the first one I’ve ever made! I served it over riced cauliflower with sautéed mushrooms and sautéed spinach on the side. Yes, I will be making that again - heck, I’d make another one next week! Normally, we eat our big meal at lunch, but the pot roast needed to cook all day, so dinner it was! We had leftovers for lunch today and it was even better - if that’s possible. I made Mr some egg roll in a bowl for dinner tonight. It’s fast, easy, and healthy. We will have the leftovers for lunch another day. I was never one to really like cooking, but I am enjoying finding and trying new recipes. Maybe one of these days, I’ll learn how to chop vegetables the right way... 🤣

This week I’m onto my third week on the transition to “normal food”.  I am adding dairy back into my diet. The easiest way to do that is to add a serving of yogurt. Next week I’ll add in one slice of whole wheat or rye bread and another serving of protein. Then I’ll be back to an almost normal diet. Pasta, rice, and sweets will only be for special occasions, but that’s fine. I shouldn’t eat it and Mr’s borderline diabetes certainly doesn’t allow for much of the “fun stuff”, either, so it’s ok. 

The snow has melted off the roads, but temps are low. I’ve got the fire going, so it’s nice and warm. Mini is curled up on the couch. Soon she will be telling me it’s time for bed. She is good like that! We don’t need clocks - Mini knows the schedule! She purrs me to sleep at night and pokes Mr awake in the morning! 



Thursday, February 04, 2021

Thursday 13

 1. The country is headed in the wrong direction! Biden is a nightmare and Harris is scary! But, the left got what they thought they wanted... 

2. We have worked hard and found a priest. Now the bishops need to talk. Then the vestry decides yes or no. 

3. I finished compiling a packet for the vestry. Today I will photocopy and assemble.

4. I have a bell tree rehearsal today. Let’s see how it goes. 

5. I practiced a lot this week, but sometimes I just make mistakes. 

6. I need to finish a baby sweater this morning. 

7. Mr has an appointment for his second vaccine on March 1. I hope he has no reactions to it. 

8. I heard from #1. He is happy, well, and busy. 

9. LLB is working hard and having a good week. 

10. Laundry is forever. 

11. I am ready for spring so I can turn off the wood stove. I’m tired of dusting.

12. It’s almost time to put the Christmas village away. I love having it out. 

13. I hope and pray the nation can hold on... it’s going to be a really long 4 years. 

Wednesday, February 03, 2021

It’s a windy day!

 Ooo... it’s blustery! The wind is whipping! 

But it’s sunny! 

The snow and ice are melting off the roads and driveways. 

I will be wearing my heavy coat when I go to town to do the shopping today. 

Life is good.

Tuesday, February 02, 2021

Snow Day Fun with Mini!


 Mini loves to play with her feather toy! Here she is after she caught the feather. “My feather!”

She is currently resting in front of the fire after all that excitement. 


She’s so regal - even when she’s pretending to sleep...

Monday, February 01, 2021

Snow Day!

It snowed! 

Mini wanted out... and then she wanted in... she didn’t like cold snow on her feet! 

We had a nice quiet snow day today, and it looks like we will have one more day at home tomorrow.