At the Gym

by | Dec 2, 2009 | Farm & Family, Running

I drove the swim team carpool this week and decided to take advantage of the exercise room while the team practiced. I didn’t get up early enough to get my cardio or weights in before breakfast. After getting the children off to school, I barely had time to do...

WINNER–Book Giveaway: Stolen Christmas

by | Nov 30, 2009 | Writing

AND THE WINNER IS……… #6 Chas Hathaway eating Yogananny Pancakes on Christmas Morning. Hey–I don’t even have to mail it–we both win. (special thanks to Random.org) Stolen Christmas What happens when you’re so poor you have to steal...

Mashed Potato Casserole

by | Nov 25, 2009 | Kate's Kitchen, Side Dishes

HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO YOU ALL! Just in case you have any leftover mashed potatoes this week. 🙂 I love the flavor the onions bring to this casserole. Yumm! So let’s get started. Scrub, peel, and chop 6 potatoes and place in boiling water. When tender, drain. You...

Collecting Eggs

by | Nov 23, 2009 | Farm & Family

Egg collecting is this little cowboy’s job. If he’s having a bad day with overbearing siblings, I’ll ask if he’s collected eggs yet. His sniffles and tears quickly melt away as he grabs the egg basket and disappears out the door. See the sand...

Half Marathon Training Update

by | Nov 23, 2009 | Running

I love these shoes. Whew–it’s been an odd running year. When I started this blog, I thought I’d do a regular running post. However, my running life has been crazy this year. I was halfway through typing this post when I realized I should rename it...