Around the House

  • Dirt, Digging, and Dogs

    Yesterday was a perfect day. It was the kind of day outside that makes you feel guilty for staying inside. Usually on days like that, we take the dogs to a park or…

  • My TiVo and Me

    My TiVo is starting to pressure me. It just sits there in my TV, keeping track of all the fun shows that I am missing in my life. I have been busier than…

  • Spring Has Sprung!

    It is officially Spring. Sam Adam’s Summer Ale is out! Now I’m not a big beer drinker (I’m actually not a big drinker period), but I do love a good cold Summer Ale,…

  • She’s No Betty Crocker…

    I’ve been a little stressed lately (READ: two outbreaks of hives and a migraine). To deal with my stress level, my Mom suggested that I do more things that make me happy. For…

  • Hot Dogs and French Fries

    I thought it was time for an update on our dogs and the little weight loss issue (see Death By Diet). We had people over this weekend and everyone made a comment on…

  • Sunny Side Up

    Since I can remember, my family has nagged on me about not being a morning person. “Oh, don’t mess with Kate in the morning!” “Kate, are you grumpy yet?” “Nobody move, Kate’s awake!”…

  • Breaking Up and Breaking Down

    Our washing machine is breaking down. It hasn’t broken completely yet, but it is in the process. You can turn it on, but it won’t run a full cycle. I’m having a hard…