In the US, the origin of the phrase "Put a cork in it" means to stop complaining, but, in our house, aka, Mr.'s Man Cave, we've taken it to another level. We say, "If the cork fits in it, display it." Enjoy the mini-tour of where we display our wine corks. By the way, if… Continue reading Wait…you collect wine corks too?
Category: Cheers
A twinkle in those eyes and a song in the air…spring is here!
I couldn't hear him clearly when Mr. bounded into the house and yelled up the stairs to me, "I heard a Robin!" And Slam the door went closed before I could respond. Back out the door, Mr. flew. I watched him from the windows, as he wandered about the yard, looking up at all the… Continue reading A twinkle in those eyes and a song in the air…spring is here!
Why I didn’t wear a bikini in Jamaica
As a woman over the age of 50, I made a rebel decision not to compete with my former younger 20 40 something self. I chose not to wear a bikini in Jamaica like I did the first time we went there...14 years ago. I hemmed and hawed so many times before we left for our… Continue reading Why I didn’t wear a bikini in Jamaica
First signs of spring
Happy First Day of Spring! The first day of spring is one thing, and the first spring day is another. The difference between them is sometimes as great as a month. - Henry Van Dyke The Sunday before we left for our vacation, we set our clocks to spring ahead. We traveled to Jamaica where… Continue reading First signs of spring
The wonder of post-vacation blues
When your vacation is over and you attempt to put your routine back in order, do you wonder about yourself and who you were while you were there? Are you like me while you're gone on vacation? Are you able to completely shut off worries from home, technology, social media, and just soak up every… Continue reading The wonder of post-vacation blues
How to know when you’re past ready for a vacation
Humans need a reprieve from their normal routine to regenerate, recharge, and refresh. Soaking up some sun, (aka, natural Vitamin D), is good for everyone, especially if you live in a winter wonderland. The Mr. and I are no different from the rest of the world in our appreciation of a much-needed-get-a-way from the home… Continue reading How to know when you’re past ready for a vacation