Nearly nine months ago my husband and I hosted my brother Kent and sister-in-law Trisha for a weekend in Fargo. We all sat down in the living room to visit when their little dog ran out of the guest … Continue reading
There’s Got to Be a Better Way!
The time of the overnight when young people are heading home after closing time is the same strike of the clock when I occasionally have trouble getting back to sleep after hours of peaceful slumber. … Continue reading
‘Twas the Day Before Friday
Twas the day before Friday, the end of week staple Not a creature was stirring, not even a Maple. … Continue reading
Timber!
If a tree falls in your neighborhood in the middle of the night and no one hears it, did it really fall? According to my calculations: yes. As I leashed my dog and took him outside for his morning … Continue reading
The Mystery of Mini-House
In the backyard of our 1920s home sits a garage, a seating area and a white structure that we like to call “Mini-House.” Others have called it by other names, including “a storage shed,” “The Original … Continue reading
August’s Featured Quotations
"I hate it when people come up to you and say ‘Do you know who I am?’" – Sarah "Just say ‘No. And I don’t give a damn.’" – Grandpa McCurdy “I used to look at Helen and say ‘Look what we created…dang … Continue reading
Braving the Beartooth Highway
After a week in Yellowstone National Park, my friend Lisa and I prepared for our 12- hour drive home. The night before we departed, we asked our hosts for the best route out of the park. They gave us … Continue reading
Falling in Love with Yellowstone
A last minute trip fell into place last week and I just happened to end up on a six-day vacation in Yellowstone National Park. My friend, Lisa, and I packed a car and headed west on an iconic American … Continue reading
July’s Featured Quotations – A Great American Roadtrip
The following quotations were recorded during a six day road trip to Yellowstone National Park. "That's my 'yay' dance...mostly it's just convulsions." - Greener "No one should ever give me a … Continue reading
Accidents Happen
I live a charmed life. It’s a charmed life with many missteps and accidents. As in “I accidentally forgot to fill the water pitcher again,” which is probably my husband’s biggest pet peeve. It’s one … Continue reading
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