Our friend wanted a costume party for his 7th birthday. Kids are awesome like that. Who cares if it’s totally unseasonal and there’s literally no costumes at Goodwill (my go-to costume shop in Fall)? So we got creative and made some DIY costumes with things we already had plus a few extra accessories. Do you … Continue reading DIY Costumes
If standing up for yourself means burning a bridge, I have matches, we ride at dawn.
Oxbow Nature Study Area – Hike
Hike #5 for 2025 This was a co-op led hike. I’m thrilled that we’re currently on track for “at least one hike per month” per my 2025 New Year’s resolutions! It definitely helps that a lovely mama from co-op is leading a hiking group. I’m on a texting basis with her so maybe we can … Continue reading Oxbow Nature Study Area – Hike
Birthday Plant
A friend gave me this cool cutting from one of her plants for my 45th birthday! I think it’s a dwarf umbrella tree (according to my plant ID app). I ❤️ houseplants!
Black Swan Preserve – Hike
Hike #4 for 2025 Our oldest requested this hike for his 15th birthday. It was a bit belated. It was also pretty muddy. It had rained for several days and there was a quick break in the rain so we went for the hike. It started raining again as we were getting back to the … Continue reading Black Swan Preserve – Hike