Looking at the picture I chose brings a chuckle as I think of my Grandma’s amazement at all the to-do over staying home today. Until her husband died, leaving her with six kids to raise alone, that was her main priority – staying at home. Grandpa refused to have his wife working outside the family. … Continue reading Grandma’s Amazement at All the To-Do
Month: April 2020
How Seniors at Risk Can Stay Busy During the Quarantine
By now everyone knows that as a group, we are seniors at risk for the Covid-19 virus. The news media drums it into our listening ears multiple times a day. Social media is full of warnings for seniors (as well as those with compromised immune systems) to stay at home and out of harm’s way. … Continue reading How Seniors at Risk Can Stay Busy During the Quarantine
Craisins™ – May Be Better Than Raisins!
Craisins™ , those fabulous dried cranberries which look very much like red raisins, just might be a better alternative in some cases. If you love a little tartness instead of the super sweetness of the shrunken grape, try a pack of Craisins™ . How Are Craisins™ Used? Like their more well-known cousins, these luscious berries are great… Continue reading Craisins™ – May Be Better Than Raisins!
Fighting the Chipmunk Wars, Part II
Chipmunk Wars, Part II carries us forward after the initial skirmish with the adorably, destructive beasties. Foolishly, I thought one short battle would surely end the troubles in our backyard. What a laugh the chippies must have gotten from that! To catch up on the story, check back on installment one. A Nasty Chipmunk Surprise… Continue reading Fighting the Chipmunk Wars, Part II
Chipmunk – Not to be Taken Lightly
The chipmunk and its story may seem odd appearing in the Decorator’s Corner. Yet I firmly believe that making our homes look lovely and inviting begins in our yards. That is where the first impression of any home becomes ingrained in a person’s psyche. Thus it was, I began the spring project of clearing, cleaning,… Continue reading Chipmunk – Not to be Taken Lightly