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The neighborhood flock of turkeys visited us today. We watched them from inside and then I snuck around the side of the house to get some pictures. They were so intent on hunting bugs (and hopefully ticks), that I was able to get quite close to them....

It's 65° F today! A mix of rain, sun, wind and clouds. I think the kids are getting sick.

Today was governed by the clock. The alarm (NPR) woke me from a very deep sleep. Before I rolled out of bed, my youngest came in to cuddle with me and discuss his plan for the day. Unfortunately, the scrumptious snuggles had to be cut as I started the...

We planted these paper white bulbs today and are trying to force them to bloom on our dining room windowsill. After an unseasonably warm November, December started out quite chilly; it didn't get above freezing until after noon. We spent most of the...

Cake 3 eggs 1 cup sugar 2/3 cup pureed pumpkin 1 tsp lemon juice 3/4 cup flour 1 tsp baking powder 2 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp ginger 1/2 tsp nutmeg 1 cup finely chopped walnuts Frosting 1 cup powdered sugar 3 oz cream cheese 4 Tbsp butter 1/2 tsp...