We themed the tree this year with blue and gold. My youngest son (age 9) wanted a βclassicβ tree this year. We had a family debate over how to decorate it and which ornaments to use. I ended up making the final decision with my βmom ultimate discretion and veto powerβ. Ours is an artificial … Continue reading Christmas Tree 2023
Footprints
β¦it was then that I carried youβ¦
Banana Slug
Photo credit my oldest son age 13
MacKerricher State Park, California 2023
The northern California coastline is stunning. The weather is more temperate than some other locations, only changing about 10 degrees from the low temperature to the high temperature. Our November visit had temps in the 50s. We were a group of two families and we stayed at sites 93 & 94. The spaces to fit … Continue reading MacKerricher State Park, California 2023
Winter Reading Challenge 2023-2024
The Idaho Falls public library just started their winter reading challenge. It goes from 11/27/23 to 2/29/24. We donβt live near Idaho Falls anymore, but I just love their reading challenges! The IFPL is giving away a book if you get a bingo, and a gift certificate to a local business and a soup mug … Continue reading Winter Reading Challenge 2023-2024