Kelly Rae Robert's art and messages are an inspiration to me. She is a possibilitarian, artist, author, wife and mother. I love that she calls herself a possibilitarian. One who believes that endless possibilites are abundant. Kelly Rae says, "My mission is to create beautiful, meaningful artwork that tells … [Read more...]
Canine Trick or Treaters
Something that never ceases to make smile is dogs dressed in costumes. I love to dress up my dog Fritz for Halloween. Over the years he has obediently put up with me dressing him as a construction worker, pirate, watch dog, cowboy, policeman, postman, and squirrel. I also had to include my friend's dog Pinky. She is a character and is … [Read more...]
Broccoli Cheese Soup & Beer Bread
I'm not the worlds most creative cook, but I can follow recipe. I especially like recipes that are easy. As soon as there is a chill in the air I like to make soups and some type of bread to go with it. One of my favorite soups is broccoli and cheese. Last year my friend Christine shared a three ingredient beer bread recipe with me which is … [Read more...]
Don’t Take It Personally
Rule #2 in this great book- Don't Take Anything Personally Do you ever find you keep learning the same lesson over and over? Sometimes I feel like the singer Nelly repeating, "It's all in my head, I think about it over and over again." Two weeks ago I was starting to question why I don't get very many comments on my posts. I posted two lessons … [Read more...]
Somerset Ridge Winery
Kansas isn't typically known as the wine country, but I recently visited a little family owned vineyard and winery about 35 minutes from my home. The winery was established in 2001 and owners Dennis and Cindy Reynolds expanded their operations in 2005. It's currently 2012 and I'm realizing I really need to venture out of my Johnson … [Read more...]
Saint Clare
Mondays I like to share something that makes me smile. This story not only made me smile, but laugh hysterically. If you know my daughter you will find the humor in it, but if you don't it may not seem quite as funny. My daughter is preparing to make her confirmation this Spring. The Catholic faith asks you to choose a saint that … [Read more...]
Fig and Caper Tapenade
This fig and caper tapenade recipe is from my friend Anne. There seems to be an Anne theme going on this week in terms of inspiration for my posts. It's a quick and easy appetizer to share with friends at perhaps a little wine and cheese tasting party or any gathering. I'm in the Fall mood and for some reason this appetizer has a Fall feel to … [Read more...]
Blogging Your Way Boot Camp
When was the last time you tried something new? This is my first week of boot camp. It's not your typical blood, sweat and tears boot camp like on The Biggest Loser. It's a boot camp for bloggers. Blogging Your Way is run by Holly Becker of Decor8. The first BYW e-course was launched in 2009 and Holly has since taught over 5,000 … [Read more...]
Why I’m Passionate about Halloween
"Once a year we get dressed up in costumes to celebrate fear. The very thing that paralyzes us we celebrate." This quote is from last seasons show The Office. James Spaders character Robert California talked about fear and how we let it run our lives, conversations and relationships. I loved the irony of it so much that I paused the show … [Read more...]
Halloween Bathroom
My friend Anne's downstairs bathroom is decorated for Halloween all year long which makes me smile. When I first saw it I thought to myself what a novel idea. She loves Halloween and knew she wanted to have a bathroom dedicated to the holiday even before her house was finished being built. It just so happens the exterior of her home … [Read more...]