My Spring/Fall Retreat is DONE!I have this HUGE deck, like 20'x40' and it's great for outside meals in the fall, but the rest of the year, I step out side, see the clutter, and go back inside. Well I was tired of that. I actually like being outside,...

My teenage self is disappointed in me.It is the height of summer and as a teen I'd be outside doing things, riding a bike, a horse, exploring the world, camping. The adult me, it is so humid outside, all I see are all the chores I need to do, and it...

I'll be selling books!The 4th of July was fun. I shot a musket and honestly it was much less of a kick than I expected. But it was SOOOO HOTTTT!! Like 95° and higher with 50%+ humidity. Ugh. However was fun to see people and veg. Still undecided abou...

I'm headed to Maryland!Yes, I am going to Doug Burbey's place, but this time for the 4th of July instead of Halloween. Though I'll probably be up there for that as well. But I am driving up, so think of me Monday as I have 13-14 hour drive ahead of m...

To Do Lists are CrazyGetting home was an adventure in packing. I kept being one pound over. Finally gave up and dumped a bunch of skin care items, because those sweaters were coming home with me. Dublin Airport was very odd to say the least. I wish I...