Kjirsti & Tom

We took advantage of the 50  degree weather yesterday and went cross country skiing with some of Tom’s co-workers. It was the ideal day for the outing and we both really enjoyed the chance to get out and get some fresh air and exercise. After going we both feel determined to get out more and…

I posted pictures of our Estate sale finds on “Our playhouse” if you’re interested.

I said probably a month ago that I would post pictures of our estate sales treasures- here they are: I love this little tea cart. It has the option of wheels which we decided against. The top opens up to offer a wider serving surface if desired. It matches our mahagony dining room table perfectly.…

Here are a few pictures of the wall priming project with Trevor:  

For some reason I never posted these pictures that we took while Trevor, Lauren, Bryce and Dallin were visiting: Lauren and I assembling the Pad Thai And an artistic culinary photo for Derek The adorable little boys that we already miss so much! (Pictures of the painting project are on “Our Playhouse!”)

       I have often sung praises to free Saturdays, but alas here goes another. Last weekend was completely packed with completely wonderful things, but nevertheless full. Sunday we had lunch with some friends, had our home teacher over, and then went over to play games with some other friends. Whew! But this weekend…

I got to thinking about all the ways in which one can save calories by making simple adjustments in the way they cook and eat.  I read something many years ago that praised the benefits of just cutting out 100 calories a day. Over a year, my memory is that you will loose 5 pounds.…

-pantry off my kitchen-Costco membership-snow boots-glasses and contacts-fleece PJ’s (Thanks Adalee!)-peppermint tea-text messaging-sleeping in (because snow conditions canceled seminary)-oven I felt grateful for these things today. What about you?

Libyans on their way to work

Last Friday before Trevor and Lauren arrived Tom and I went to the chinese import store in downtown Cleveland. It’s an amazing place. Stepping in there you feel like you have been transported to China. The smells, colors, organization and signs all create an atmostphere that is entirely chinese. The majority of the labels are…