Monthly Archives: December 2025

Winter Work and Fun!

Shovels and sleds are out and about in our snowy neighborhood. Musicians have extra rehearsals and performances during holidays. Our granddaughter is now talking nonstop.  She discovered her cousin’s cars, trucks, and planes in the toy box and asked where … Continue reading

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Big Third Birthday!

High winds and heavy rain woke me up this blog day! Our white Christmas appearance disappeared in a few hours. Isabella got her wish for snow this week and built a snowman and delighted in creating snow angels.  Her snowsuit … Continue reading

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Life’s a Juggling Act

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Uncanny Santa Look-Alike!

Santa fixed the ceiling.  Leaky pipe upstairs.  No more hole. I couldn’t resist asking if he played Santa.  He did not. With snow bursts and lake effect snows, we had a good amount on the ground.  It’s normal for Upstate … Continue reading

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