Friday, February 6, 2026
When the mood strikes, which isn't very often, we head to Buffalo Wild Wings or Quaker Steak & Lube for wings. Years ago, I made homemade wings that turned out pretty good, so I am attempting to make them again today. John enjoys the atomic hot while I prefer the teriyaki, comfortably hot, or the... Sign in to see full entry.
Thursday, February 5, 2026
The Sun Shining Through My Windows is Deceptive
There was a light dusting of snow this morning, accompanied by a deep chill in the air. Even the birds knew enough to stay in their warm nests rather than enjoy the buffet I provided for them at the feeders. It will reach 23 degrees today according to the weather reports, but the temperatures are... Sign in to see full entry.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Breakfast Bowls, Taxes, and Shopping for Wildlife Grub
I always forget how much John loves breakfast bowls until he asks me if I will make them. Last night, he made the request for them this morning. They are a fairly quick, easy, and filling meal. I include hashbrowns, sausage, fluffy scrambled eggs, jalapeno peppers, and cheese in his. I leave the... Sign in to see full entry.
Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Today is the Warmest Day We Have Had in Weeks
It's sunny with a high of 30 degrees expected this afternoon. Just perfect for a drive up the National Pike. I am anticipating a good day all the way around. There are several points of interest along the way, but today we are on the hunt for a new restaurant to try. I found a few good contenders,... Sign in to see full entry.
Monday, February 2, 2026
Tomorrow We Will Be in Three Places at One Time
We normally take a drive up the mountain to Farmington, Pennsylvania for the scenic views and dinner on Tuesdays. Tomorrow, weather permitting will be no different. Damn that groundhog anyway! After researching some of the tourist favorites on the Allegheny Mountain Passage, we will be including a... Sign in to see full entry.
Sunday, February 1, 2026
It is a Sunny Day with Blue Skies as Far as the Eye Can See in Pittsburgh
Seeing the sun shining brightly this morning gives me hope that the snow will begin melting. The blue skies are reassuring me that the day will bring no more snow. I have a few chores to get done, including laundry, shopping, and some meal prep for hubby's dinner request today, so I will begin by... Sign in to see full entry.
Saturday, January 31, 2026
Some People Thrive in These Extreme Cold Weather Conditions, but I Do Not
Walking outside this morning to feed the critters, I was hit with an arctic blast of freezing cold air. Our outdoor thermometer read -18 degrees. This is just not my jam. I prefer warm weather, sunshine, ocean waves, and rainbows. John shares my view 💯, but he works with a group of guys who thrive... Sign in to see full entry.
Friday, January 30, 2026
Today It's Time for a Refrigerator Clean Out
It is the end of the week for most people, TGIF, and even though I use them in just about every meal, we always seem to have a crisper drawer full of a variety of vegetables, but after taking inventory this morning while making John's lunch, I decided to put some of the older veggies to good use... Sign in to see full entry.
Thursday, January 29, 2026
It Has Been a Busy Morning
So far, I have completed quite a few tasks on my long list of things to get done. I prepped the meatloaf that will get tossed in the oven this afternoon. I threw a load of clothes in the washer with a second one ready to go; I ran to the bakery and completed the birthday cake order for our... Sign in to see full entry.
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
We Got Lucky Yesterday in More Ways Than One
Shortly after arriving home yesterday from our road trip up the mountain, another blast of freezing arctic air accompanied by snow began to fall for roughly an hour. I'm glad we made it home before that mess would have made for dangerous driving conditions. It is absolutely freezing this morning. My... Sign in to see full entry.