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Caring for a Pet Mouse
My First Pet was a Field Mouse I learned at a very early age how to care for my pet mouse. I was raised in a home where animals were welcome, cared for and loved deeply. We had several family dogs, but the first pet to enter our home that belonged only to me, was […]
Our Beautiful Grandkitty’s Birthday
The year this photo was taken, I remember thinking how hard it was to believe our beautiful little kitty was already 2 years old. Of course, we had to celebrate her birthday! It is even harder to believe that today she is 8 years old! Now I know you are thinking it is difficult to […]
Book Review: Paper Roses by Amanda Cabot
Paper Roses I picked up a new book to read a few days ago when I needed a break from work. I had previously read a few books by the author, Amanda Cabot, and had always enjoyed them, so I expected to like this book as well. I was seriously surprised because I not only […]
Spend a Day with Merlin the Labrador Retriever
Meet Merlin! Meet Merlin, our beautiful Labrador Retriever! Merlin is a very active fellow who doesn’t want you to know he completely understands the words “no,” “stop,” or “down.” However, be not fooled by those beautiful, mesmerizing eyes. He knows the words and he knows what they mean. He just doesn’t always want to acknowledge […]
My Favorite Toy ~ Barbie
Why is Barbie my favorite toy? Quite a few years ago, I was given the challenge to write about my favorite toy. It was a rather interesting exercise. My head was instantly filled with ideas, which were quite varied. I considered my favorite adult toys which include cell phone, my computer, my sewing machine and […]
Vacation in Rome, Italy
Why We Traveled to Rome, Italy When our son graduated from high school, we wanted to give him a gift he would always treasure. Not something he would tuck away in a drawer and forget. We considered a watch and a few other “standard” graduation gifts appropriate for guys. After much thought and great consideration, […]
Proud Grandmother of 3 Grand-Kitties
Let Me Show You My Grand Kitties While other grandmothers have a wallet full of photos of their grandchildren, I have a wallet full of pictures of my grandkitties. Hard to believe, but these cats have definitely made their own places in my heart. I even purchase gifts for them for Christmas and we have […]
How to Pack for Your Vacation
Pack Right, Pack Light My traveling motto is “To Pack Right, Pack Light.” After you have made you travel plans, one of the hardest things to do is pack your suitcase for the trip. Remember, no matter where you are going, hopefully your suitcase will be going with you and you will have to carry […]
Tips for Traveling
Tips from an Experienced Traveler! In this article, I will share my best travel advice and tips for traveling to help reduce the stress related to travel, which will help ensure a successful vacation. Making travel plans, travel reservations, trip itineraries and travel preparations well in advance, can often be the key to ultimately enjoying […]
Mugs by Sylvestermouse
My Obsession with Coffee Everyone who knows me personally, knows I don’t wake up until I have had my morning cup of coffee. Each morning, I stumble from bed and make my way to the coffee pot in the kitchen where I mindlessly select a k-cup, pop it in the Keurig Coffee Maker and wait […]
