Originally published on April 19th, 2007 at Onward & Upward …Especially to a guest who has just finished eating a meal in your house: “I volunteer to lick the spoon! Then I don’t have to wash it.” Poor Susan. I think she’s a little worried now to eat here again! I tried to explain what I meant (that I wouldn’t have to RINSE the spoon… that I could stick it in the dishwasher as is… I swear I wash my…
Well the Gerig Reunion is only 3 months away! I’m excited. I spent some time today cleaning up and updating the reunion page so you can send people there for details. So far we have about 12 people and 2 little people (i.e. Z. kids) planning to join us so it should be fun! We are going to have a birthday party for Josh Z. since his birthday is that Saturday. I still need to contact some Gerig friends who…
We graduated! Last January, Paul and I enrolled Jera in an 8-week puppy training class. It was a lot of work, but it all paid off in the end. Jera learned how to sit, lie down, stay, rollover, come, and a few other commands that she didn’t learn very well. Overall, it has really made a difference! Jera is calmer and more disciplined. Paul and I have a better understanding about puppies and how their minds work, which can translate…
Originally published on April 13, 2007 at Onward & Upward I have a confession to make. I really, really dislike cooking. So I am always on the lookout for recipes that are (a) simple and uncomplicated, (b) do not involve frying anything, and (c) fast – something I can make after I get home from work and will be ready before we’ve died of starvation. I was delighted to see this recipe in the latest issue of Taste of Home….
It seems that something is going around, because I am very happy to announce that Matt and Alisse are engaged! I’ve known about this for a little while now, but have finally just been given permission to announce it on my blog! :-) I am sooo excited for them and looking forward to attending the wedding next year!