ah, it’s that most glorious time of year again…Cadbury Caramel Eggs are now available, at a store near you! Forget about those rancid “creme eggs”…those are gross. For me, Easter season is all about the Caramel Eggs.

Wow, if the size of the ashes you get is any reflection of what kind of sinner you are, I’ve been a BAD girl this year! Sheesh!!

I watched the debate last night between Barack Obama and Hilary Clinton, and I have to confess, it nearly put me to sleep. I was very glad to see both of them learning from the Republicans’ mistakes and keeping things civil, but I never quite got a handle on exactly WHY I should vote forRead more about Democratic Debate: Quick Take[…]

Just finished watching the debacle of a debate on CNN. Anderson Cooper and company did an absolutely terrible job of moderating. Huckabee and Paul may as well have been invisible, and were not given nearly the same amount of time to speak as McCain and Romney. In my opinion, Huckabee did the best in termsRead more about Republican Debate: Quick take[…]

I am SO happy to report that the very first shipment of hay has arrived in Tennessee. Tonight, as I type this, there are horses with full bellies whose lives have been saved, thanks to the generosity of so many of you. THANK YOU, everyone, for sending donations, and generously supporting this important cause. OfRead more about Help has arrived!![…]

My poor little 2nd grader….today was her first day back at school, and she was none too happy about it. She normally loves going to school, but I think all of the great family time and holiday fun was too much to give up. She cried at bedtime last night, and was on the vergeRead more about Back to reality[…]

It’s been an interesting year–the first full year without my father in my life. If I learned one thing this year, it’s to take action. If there’s something you have always wanted to do, there’s no sense in waiting, because the sooner you get started, the better. Being “ready” is totally overrated and irrelevant toRead more about So long 2007[…]

Finally…it’s done, and right in time for Christmas Eve!

Christmas Tree 2007

A wide shot of the new kitchen. I love the way the island is turning out, and all of the decorative elements we’ve incorporated into the design. The new stove area, with mantle Most of the appliances have been slid into place, although only the refrigerator is plugged in. We still need to have theRead more about Day 50: Cabinets nearly complete[…]