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Older son and I met up with younger son, his wife, and grandbaby today. We spent a couple of hours mostly in the outside children’s area of the place. It was sunny and about 55F. A good time was had by all.      

Project Ant Part 1

I’ve mentioned this to a very few people so far, but I’m tired of hiding in the shadows with the issue.  I’ve had a problem with ants in the rafters of my atrium for a few years now and it is time to tackle the issue.  The sawdust is falling down and my roof will…

Doodads from last week or so

A bunch of things have happened and no sense in making separate posts for each.    Last but not least, some of you have heard me say that my cat, Dotty, has an exercise wheel.  She ran on one at the shelter I adopted her from so I bought her one.  She’s mostly used it…

Friday Favorite Feature 2 — hibiscus flowers at Meijer Gardens

Apologies on the late posting, but I forgot about the new feature.  I will try harder for next time.  It’s been a whirlwind week for real-time activities.  I won’t bore/depress you with what many of them were.  On the bright side, younger son and his wife gave us an impromptu invite to Grand Rapids to…

Doodads — Meijer Garden Saturday with Family

Older son and I met up with younger son, his wife, and the grandbaby at Meijer Gardens. A perfect day to spend time with family at a place I never get tired of visiting. It is a jewel of the region. Thank you Meijer Family and all of the donors and members for making it…

Adventures in food/cooking/eating

I’ve got more zucchini than I can possibly use and have already given away some.  I remembered a recipe I got from my cousin a few years ago and decided to try making Zucchini Bites.  These things were easy to make and tasted so good dipped in marinara (i.e. spaghetti sauce from a jar.)  Will…