Yard sweet yard

To say that we love our yard would be an understatement! It really is like having our own little vacation spot May through mid September. We are so fortunate to have the space that we do living in a neighborhood with houses close together and are able to create a few different areas to enjoy. Come along, I'll show you what I mean.

Ahh, The Lounge. In the late afternoon it's a great place for an outdoor nap amidst the lush green plants, a shady tree up above just listening to the birds. After dinner it's a cozy place to enjoy the fire.

Last post you met our kegerator which is on this patio. This is the work area, my outdoor kitchen with a fridge and sink (not pictured)

The deck is the busy spot, it's the center of everything! Pool, dining and lots of potted plants.

And this gorgeous view!

Last but not least is the back, back yard that is still in progress but coming along nicely. It can be overflow for big parties or just nice to sit and look at the birds and perennial gardens. 

Thanks for visiting!

Pot Pourri for 50 Alex...



Golf green carrot cake

Life is just plowing along. My Bumble turned 50 last week and I was completely consumed with his surprise 50th birthday party. This was no easy feat considering I had almost no money and I was having the party in our house...BIG STRESS!

It was a success, a good time was had by all. Good friends, family, food and drinks...what more do you need?



secret recipe sangria



party food



kamakaze's, wine, beer, sangria, YUM.

And because I strive on stress and deadlines, I allowed myself to be nominated costume director for Seussical at Julia's school...a play that I know zilch about! Here are part of my bird girl costumes:

We have Horton, Cat in the Hat, circus animals, jungle animals, kangaroos,monkeys, oh my. I will manage somehow. Right? I have also taken a job caring for my eldery neighbors, Rose and Mary...I thought raising kids was tough, ha ha ha ha. Did I mention that I have jury duty next month? Enough whining already. Take a look at the coolest snowman ever:

He completely freaked me out every time I drove by and I drive by times a day.Bravo to the creators, it was fantastic!