Happy Monday! I’m excited to say that I’ve created my first jar (and a half) of jam. We scored a bag of peaches from our CSA last week and I’m not a big fan of eating them as is. Hubby and the boys have been enjoying them in their natural state, but I needed to… Continue Reading
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OM :: The Cup of Crazy
I’ve been spending a lot of time with my family these past couple of weeks. Add in the frequent visits to my parents’ and our trip last week to Colorado with my father-in-law and brother-in-law, it all adds up to a concentrated dose of FAMILY. Most everyone says that their family is crazy or that… Continue Reading
Dogs Without Blogs :: Bella
Bella means beautiful in Italian. While all dogs are beautiful (in my opinion), Bella Louise is also a little bit weird and a lot wonderful. Let’s meet this beautiful Boxer. Dog Questions What is your name? Bella Louise Steyee What breed of dog are you? Boxer How old are you? I am 4 years old.… Continue Reading
Things My Boys Say :: August 2010
I usually post the random things my sons say on Facebook, but I thought the statement and the question that popped out of each boys’ mouth today were great. Enjoy! Continue Reading
The Meetup :: August 2010
I’ve been staring at this post for awhile and not writing anything. Just back from vacation this weekend, I had a full day of completing orders, assisting my parents and wrangling my boys. I think my brain is a little flat, so forgive me for keeping it simple and brief. Here’s my list, with a… Continue Reading
Mesmerized by Bulldog
I dare you to not be slack-jawed by this slow shaking pup. I wish my humans had one of these cameras, so I could see myself shake in super slo-mo. Continue Reading
OM :: The Life with Boys
Overall, it’s been a fun week on vacation in Colorado with lots of activities and mostly fine weather. What I forget before coming here twice a year is that I will be the lone female. Three adult males and two little boys all living in the same space with me. I’ve mentioned that as a… Continue Reading
Best of Scout ::: Tongues are not for Wagging
::: Originally published June 2009 Ahhhrghgg. BOY am I tired. I must rest just a little. Today, and today only I will shorten my nap to a mere 11 hours. I am busy and I have things to do. I am tired because I went swimming in the river with Shoes. It was good to… Continue Reading
Best of the Blog :: My Failure as a Girlie Girl
Originally Published :: September 2009 I’m always honest about my age (43, thank you very much!) I think I got that from my mom, who would boast about her age with a follow-up of “Don’t I look young?” I think looking good was never far from her mind, evident from the older photos I’ve seen… Continue Reading
Best of Scout ::: Dog Head through the Kitty Door
::: Originally published February 2009 Guilty as charged! The kitty door lives on the bathroom door and when one of my humans goes in there, I want to be in there too! It doesn’t matter where I am in the house or what I’m doing, if I hear one of them go into the loo,… Continue Reading