Two summers ago, I was antique hunting in rural Ohio and thought I found a real Staffordshire Eathernware Duck, and so did the women next to me. I kind of lurked in the background while she picked it up, looked at the bottom, got out her glasses, and looked at the bottom again, and walked … Read more
Today I wanted to share with you a simple egg salad that can be adjusted for varying tastes and likes. I also wanted to share an easy peel method for hardbowl eggs. I made a short couple of videos and took some pix for this post. I’ll share them on Facebook and Instagram. sorry I … Read more
Hello everyone. Now that the extreme summer, with all its problems, seems to have passed, I have returned to the computer.During my time away, I rearranged and set up more stock in the craft room and refocused my attitude to share more activity and home projects. Hopefully, I can encourage you to participate, and we … Read more
Sorry, it has been so long since I have posted anything. As others have complained., this pandemic situation is getting me down. I have to self-quarantine due to pre-existing risks, and I am getting a bit down. I am going to try and get out of myself and become more involved now. As you know, … Read more
About a month ago, I told you about my return to Ohio from Ireland and the weed-infested gardens I found upon my arrival. I also explained that I had recent health issues that did not allow me to perform as usual in the spring garden. I also came back to a patio that was a … Read more
Well, today I ventured out to one of the local garden shops. I have been going there for years. However, I always went a lot sooner: a week or so before Mother’s day, so today was late., very late. Weeks past Mother’s day. Even past Memorial Day and sadly the stock was very depleted. As … Read more
I have a plethora of pots and pans I have tried over the years. When I outgrow, usually find them too big, I pass them on to my kids. Even so, I still have a bunch. One of my favorites has always been Cephalon pans. I have a mix of ceramic, cast iron, ceramic coated … Read more
Monday, I bagged up my white Winter down cover and put my Spring cream and gold quilt on the bed. It is a heavier weighted quilt that usually handles Spring weather with just enough weight to keep me warm in Ohio evening temperatures in the 50s and low 60’s. I also add a light blanket … Read more
I am supposed to be outside weeding the next section of my back garden today, but it is raining, so I thought I’d talk to you about some of the tools I use in the garden to weed. I am very short in stature, only 5ft 2in, and I cannot handle the long-handled tools efficiently … Read more
Well, today, I thought I would take another hour and go out to work in the back gardens. Yesterday I got the lawn furniture uncovered and the covers stored, and I took down the clematis creeper that had overgrown the south side of the garden by the wall. I actually cut it down to the … Read more