This was a feat that shouldn’t be attempted soon after surgery….but Fiji is a beautiful country with beautiful weather and the most gracious people. Their hospitality was second to none. If you know Karen, you know she doesn’t try to get pictures taken with the important people……..but thats not me! Here I am with Shelli […]
Tuesdays with Tim: Learning to Read Has Changed My Life
In 7th grade my mother gave me an A.M. Transistor Radio as a reward for something that I accomplished. What was worth that big of a gift? No “F’s” on my report card. Wow, that was a big deal for me. I was accustomed to getting lousy grades. It didn’t really matter, and my life […]
Tuesdays with Tim: Easter at Our House
I made my first ham for Easter. It was too big to fit in the big crock pot, so I used a roasting oven and added brown sugar and pineapple to the ham. Leah made Scalloped Potatoes and Biscuits. Everything was a big success. The Biggest Missed Photo Opp: When my mom with her walker, […]
Tuesdays with Tim: From the Land of Exotic Foods!
Our youngest son has entered a "foodie" world that we didn't even know existed. This is a picture of him working at Borough, a new restaurant in Minneapolis, MN. That's octopus on the plate. He treated us to a sampling of appetizers at this restaurant last evening. He ordered for us and this is what […]
Tuesdays with Tim: Can I Help You Get Your Demonstrator Kit for Free?
Yes, this is Tim and no, I don’t stamp much, but I know how to party! Karen has the “how” it works below, but here I have the “extra”! I will come with Karen to do your first party as a Stampin’ Up! demonstrator and I will bring the desserts and do the serving!!!!!! How […]
Tuesdays with Tim: The Problem with the Toy Basket!
Do you see a problem with this toy basket that Karen put together for the grandsons? The problem is that, since Karen doesn't cook, she doesn't think about returning the items to the kitchen! One day, Karen could hear Leah rummaging through the kitchen, but assumed it didn't concern her. Then Leah called out to […]
Tuesdays with Tim: I Love My Tempting Turquoise Sandals!
I have gotten plenty of grief from family and friends over my choice of tempting turquoise sandals. I am happy to announce that my grandson Hank shares my taste in color choice: Of course……..we won't even start on the pants I am wearing….. Do you remember when these were popular? (I'm afraid it dates you […]
Tuesdays with Tim: I Hosted a Party Today and No One Came…..
……..except for these women and their "intimidating" vehicles! Jenni Mueller and Cathy Seal are true Minnesota women prepared to take on winter! I gave them lunch…. …Karen provided projects to make… …and a good time was had by both!!! Now, for the complete story…. It was my idea to invite the local members of Karen's […]