Love Fall Festivals

I really do like this time of year, with the wealth of fairs and festivals around in which to enjoy fresh autumn air, support local farmers, artists and craftspeople, and the chance to take home unique and handmade items.  It seemed every small community in Southeast Michigan decided to do their respective festivals the same [...]

29 September 2008 ~ For Today ~ Simple Woman’s Journal

FOR TODAY … 29 September 2008
Outside My Window… Lowering gray skies and an active black squirrel.
I am thinking… I really need to stop playing on the Internet and get some work done!
I am thankful for…some wonderful old friends with whom I had a terrific and social weekend.
From the kitchen… something quick, tuna melts maybe.  We [...]

Just another day at the beach…

Since Michigan’s DNR has apparently decided to let our favorite Lake Huron beach go to rack and ruin, we have been scouting for alternatives.  Two that we explored this past weekend do have possibilities.  If you think of Michigan’s shape as a hand (and believe me, Michiganians do!),  these destinations are near the tip of [...]

22 September 2008 ~ For Today ~ Simple Woman’s Journal

FOR TODAY … 22 September 2008
Outside My Window… Trees barely beginning to change color; bright yellow marigolds across the street.
I am thinking…actually, not so much.  More coffee will be required for thought.
I am thankful for… the gorgeous weekend weather we had and our day at the beach.
From the kitchen… leftover chili.  I really must get [...]

My Favorite Sewing Partner

I just realized I never shared anything about my Singer Featherweight sewing machine here.  “Violet” came into my house a year or two ago, an absolute steal off of eBay.  I had been researching machines and stalking eBay for about six months when finally the right opportunity crossed my path.  This lovely gentleman, whose wife [...]

Thimbleberries 2008 ~ 2nd Quarter

Yes, I know that at this point I should be finishing up the third quarter, but we can’t have everything.  At least I’ve sewn everything I’ve bought to this point LOL!  I’ll pick up my third quarter kit on Friday.

And for a review of the first quarter and a peak at what the final project [...]

15 September 2008 ~ For Today ~ Simple Woman’s Journal

FOR TODAY … 15 September 2008
Outside My Window… Gray skies, and it doesn’t appear I am destined to ever see anything BUT gray skies!
I am thinking… I am really crabby.  I hope no one notices.
I am thankful for… my office where I can be left alone on crabby days.
From the kitchen…meatloaf; nice and cozy on [...]

Legos, anyone?

Yes, I do love Legos.  I would love them even without the Danish connection.  (The toy originated in Denmark which is also home to the unique themepark, Legoland. )  One of my most favorite pastimes as a child was playing with my little Lego kit.  It built an adorable house of white walls and red [...]

8 September, 2008 ~ For Today ~ Simple Woman’s Journal

FOR TODAY … 8 September 2008
Outside My Window… Grass that needs mowing, trees, traffic, fluffy clouds
I am thinking…adulthood is overrated.  I wanna nap.
I am thankful for…my job here in dying Michigan.
From the kitchen… Grilled chicken and rice tonight, I’m thinking.
I am wearing… red and white striped hoodie, dark brown pants, Born clogs (comfy!)
I am creating… [...]

3 September 2008 ~ For Today ~ Simple Woman’s Day Journal

(I’m embarrassed to have forgotten this this week; the holiday threw me off, I guess)
FOR TODAY … 3 September 2008
Outside My Window… Grass, trees… and traffic – slightly hazy
I am thinking… this week is going really fast!  Gotta love those holidays…
I am thankful for… my hubby’s safe return from his motorcycle trip
From the kitchen… I [...]