My husband took this photo on a walk from church to meet me at Marshals. It is quite lovely but considered an invasive species. I went to the church service with him and the children, but on this particular day, I simply couldn’t bear the uncomfortable “after-the-service-has-ended“ part, where I stand around and make forced … Continue reading Musk Thistle
We’ve driven past this state park on countless occasions . It’s about time we stopped to explore… The Donner Party is a tragic piece of California history. The museum at the visitor’s center was informative and interesting. Here’s a link for more information about the Donner Party. Donner Party Read-Aloud Book Suggestion: We read this … Continue reading Donner Memorial State Park – California
Hike #7 for 2025 We missed the co-op led hike this month and barely squeaked by getting my goal hike in this month. We hiked the Lakeside Interpretive Trail, there and back, for a total of 3 miles on a flat marked trail through pine trees along the lake shore. There were plenty of mosquitos … Continue reading Donner Memorial State Park – Hike
Outshine Lemon Bars (on the back porch with hummingbirds sipping at the feeders) Faux Snake Skin Converse Shoreline Sneakers Summer Unit Studies by The Good and the Beautiful Lemon Elderflower Hand Cream + a Bouquet from a Friend Jellies in My Size + Porch Swing + Outdoor Throw Pillows from Walmart ($5 each) Our Current … Continue reading A Few of My Favorite Things This Summer
We’ve been attendees at several parties over the past 2 years living in the Nevada desert and it was well past our turn to host a get-together. We have a family tradition of throwing a Mexican Fiesta in 5th grade and it was my youngest son’s turn. We decided to throw the party close to … Continue reading Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
heavens to betty 