It’s hard to believe how much smart phones have changed our world sometimes.
Family connections
For both Paul and I our biological family is limited and far away. Odd since we both were close to large pods of cousins and aunts and uncles growing up. As age kicked in those familial connections seemed to break and were less important. One of the things we both believe is family isn’t always… Continue reading Family connections
The year no grapes were produced
It is no secret that one of the things that drew us to the Okanagan is the local wine industry. At one time second to the Niagara industry in economic production and acreage devoted to grapes it now rivals Niagara. As you drive south through the valley you can see vasts swaths of vineyards on… Continue reading The year no grapes were produced
2024 travel plans
It is no secret that we love to travel although our trips have been fleeting over the past five years between work pressures, COVID, and then moving. We plan on fixing that this year! We are talking about a number of short trips – weekends away perhaps with an added day here and there –… Continue reading 2024 travel plans
This is dedication
I am in awe of people who can think things like this through.
Good bye Christmas
We’ve spent the past three days packing up all of the Christmas stuff and putting the boxes and totes away in the basement. It is indeed amazing how bare the house looks when the Christmas things are gone. It will be a bit better after we do a big clean on Monday and then bring… Continue reading Good bye Christmas
Goodbye 2023
I’ve seen a lot of people posting retrospectives of 2023 this week. I guess it is the natural things to do as one year grinds to an end and a new one comes closer. Grinds seems to be an apt word for 2023. Yes, I’d like a less grindy year for 2024. I’m not normally… Continue reading Goodbye 2023
Butter tart squares
Butter Tart Bars are two treats in one! A buttery shortbread crust forms the base, and a sweet gooey filling is baked on top. It’s a delicious way to enjoy this classic Canadian treat without all the fuss of making pastry tart shells. These delicious treats are a bit similar to a pecan pie. But… Continue reading Butter tart squares
Nose hare
I know it is twisted but this really made me giggle! Winter can be so bleak that humour is often needed.
Cats under the tree
I’m not sure why this is the case but the second we lay the tree skirt under the tree one of the cats makes himself cozy. Sometimes both together. This happens without fail every single year. It doesn’t matter if they are new to the household some feline genetic wiring tells them to claim this… Continue reading Cats under the tree