The Shed Notebook: Strength and Resolution

A quote today from A Daily Peace : "Tenderness and kindness are not signs of weakness and despair,  but manifestations of strength and resolutio…

The Shed Notebook: Mom's Memory Garden

I knew last summer I would acquire plants and garden decor from Mom's garden next door after her death. My brother and his wife weren't clea…

The Shed Notebook: Glimmers of Spring

In north Idaho spring is a funny season. There are days you can enjoy an hour of glorious sunshine, but then have to run back in the house and turn …

The Shed Notebook: Beautiful People Do Not Just Happen

After Mom died my lifelong friend Kenna sent me a perfect gift. It is a book titled  Daily Peace, 365 Days of Renewal, Photos and Wisdom to Nourish Yo…

The Shed Notebook: Bathroom Decor Overload

The bathroom remodel will start in about four weeks, which means Shawn wants to begin ordering materials soon . EEEKKK! Now I have pinned pictures o…

The Shed Notebook: Daily Peace

After Mom died my lifelong friend Kenna sent me a perfect gift. It is a book titled Daily Peace, 365 Days of Renewal, Photos and Wisdom to Nourish Y…

Sibling Assignment #188: The Birth of MTV

I gave the third sibling assignment for February: "Building playlists have become a part of our lives now because of the new ways we listen to mu…

Sibling Assignment #187: Sunnyside School Chili Feed

Bill also gave one of our sibling assignments for the month of February: " Last night’s crab feed got me thinking about the different feeds held…

Sibling Assignment # 186 : Sunday Dinner at 516

Carol gave one of our sibling assignments for the month of February. “Since we have started doing family dinners, has this created memories of family…