The Big Clean Up

 I did the lamb cake for the first time this year. Not bad, not bad, except I did not put enough frosting under him to anchor him, and he slowly leaned backwards lol. But he was tasty and everyone like him. 

I forgot to take these out for everyone to try. Too bad husband and I will have to eat them and yes, they taste just like coffee!

I went out early Sat morning for a just a few things and the local grocery store was marking everything Easter 1/2 price! I grabbed something for my husband and wished I had waited to buy the candy for the kids because there was a lot still there to purchase. 

We had 23 in attendance kids and adults, and it was raining!! But we made the best of it and got through it. 

A couple of weeks ago I met up with my sweet friend Donna, and she gave me this pottery candle/incense holder. It is so pretty.

I have been painting a bit when I am not too busy. 

And today on my way out of yoga, I stopped at the little thrift store. I purchased these threads that are 100 percent wool for 7.00. I do plan on sharing with my grand and sweet friends so hopefully it will get used. 

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It is a very blustery day today, but I need to get walking more. I am praying for good weather soon!

Have a wonderful week!

Head Cold

I have a bad head cold. Because of other issues I can not take coldmeds. So a heated eye mask is my friend. I tried a Netti pot my ears squeeked every time I blew my nose. I hope by tomorrow it is much better.

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Happy Easter everyone♡

Getting Ready

Welcome!

I have been busy decorating and making lists for Easter. I thought a coffee would be a nice break.

A tree decorated with some of my Grands eggs she has colored over the years.

And a couple of very funny ones on the window sill.

I have shown my sock bunny before. When we were first married my husband went away for a week to work on a friend's house that had burned. And he brought home this♡

A vintage decoration.

And I bought this thrifting in the past few months I have been busy watching you-tube videos on just how to do this. Wish me luck!

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We went to my step dads funeral. There was a nice turn out of family and long time friends. May he rest in peace.

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I played Mahjong games on my own. We played 4 games and I won 2 and was waiting for 1 tile in one game. I am really enjoying it and have met some lovely people. 

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Busy week ahead. I need to shop, organize our egg hunt, and fill my grands easter basket to the brim!

Have a great week!

Forsythia

I take pictures of this mountain every time I pass. 

It is always beautiful no mater the weather. 

And finally, a bit of spring! I cut these a few weeks ago. 

I made a cake from a recipe I found on a tea website.  You infuse the butter with tea. It is made with almond flour and 6 eggs so higher in protein and a bit lower in carbs as it does have sugar in it. 

It is delicious! Husband loves it, I used an apple cinnamon tea I had but you could use any tea you like.  

We bought some maple syrup from a young guy who went to school with our daughter. Still warm and fresh, yummy. It will go in someone's Easter basket. 

We are gathering for Easter this year. We missed Christmas for various reasons. Everyone seems excited to come so at this point I believe the head count is 23 kids and adults. I just pray for nice weather as we will have an egg hunt rain, snow, or shine. This will be the first Easter without my husband's sister. (We will be thinking of you Aunt Sue.) 

I need to stop the snacking!!! I have a winter 5 lbs that crept on. We are snowy, muddy, and cold, just waiting for spring. To get out for a daily walk.

   Have a wonderful rest of your week.

Thank you for the condolences on my Stepfather passing. He will be missed he was a really good guy. 

Quilts

The senior center had a quilt show....

They are beautiful and intricate....

I tried quilting just not my craft...

I took a chance on a quilt raffle but no call so I didn't win ....

They are so lovely..

This one made from jeans was very fun and I expect heavy.
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My step dad passed away this week. He was very lucid and made his wishes known. My dad died when I was 19, I was married by the time my mom remarried. He was Grampa to my daughter and good to my mother who died 17 years ago. May he rest in peace. 

More snow coming in tomorrow. Truly I am done, winter came early and is staying late. I feel so bad for those that got 3 ft of snow recently.

Have a lovely weekend!

Massage

We got another few inches of snow,heavy wet snow..

My hibiscus is blooming! Last year this plant looked dead when I finally was able to but the pot back out. But this year it is flourishing.

I have been painting a bit more. 

We are in for a mix bag of weather starting tonight. I am ready for spring.

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My friend and I went for our massages and made a day of it. By the time I got home I felt exausted. Turns out a massage can make you feel like your coming down with something. Early to bed lots of water and I am right as rain again. 

 Happy St Paddy's Day!

Crafty

More painting....

I finished my very first sweater. I messed up the collar big time. I took it out several times and finally gave up. I used very cheap yarn because I wasn't sure I would even accomplish it. But is was very hard to work with. 

I braved one foot deep snow to cut a few branches of forsythia to force. We have lost so much snow this week but I will not be fooled into thinking it is spring.

Tomorrow I am meeting my sweet friend at the spa for  massages. I am sure there will be lunch included after.

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Happy Friday the 13th♡