In just a few short days...

... we'll be leaving for the UK! And so I'm packing.

(Pay no mind to the wall color, we haven't painted our bedroom yet after a year in the house!)

And despite my best intentions, I've not been able to keep up with the blogosphere, what with the bathroom remodel still going on and a long vacation looming in just a few days. I'll post occasional pictures on Instagram while we're gone and check email, but otherwise I'll be pretty disconnected. As it probably should be on a good holiday, I think!

When we're back I'll have lots to share, and I'm brimming with ideas for posts this summer (and I will finally have the time to dedicate to them!). In the meantime, be well, play nice with one another, and save a few stories for me for when I'm back home.

See you in early June!

Happy Easter

Happy Easter! While it's not on my birthday this year, I was born on Easter Sunday, so it's always been kind of a special day. This year, we had Mel's parents over for lunch. Mel's mom was kind enough to bring all the food since we're still settling in, so we had lasagna, lamb, and asparagus. And of course, there was plenty of cheery colorful Easter candy for snacking after dessert.

I sent my mom a couple of quick snaps of the first table I setup in the new house (no tablecloth because I haven't unpacked them yet), and this is what she sent me back. Isn't that so cute?

It's such a beautiful day here, we've been enjoying our new yard and deck.

Hope those of you in the Northern hemisphere are having a wonderful Spring day wherever you are, too!

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas!

I just wanted to take a moment to wish everyone a warm and merry Christmas. Thank you all for the joy you bring to my life. Many happy returns to you and yours!