Prairie Song, Bartlesville, OK
Looking for an authentic western town? And you happen to be in NE Oklahoma? Look no further than Prairie Song, OK, 15 miles outside of Bartlesville. Actually it’s technically in Dewey, OK but I’d never heard of Dewey before this … Continued
Toy Review – Wooden Blocks and Marbles
Mid June and the “I’m bored” syndrome has already set in. It’s time to pull out toys that have been forgotten about. At one point in time building marble runs was what it was all about at our house. We … Continued
Give a boy a box
Isn’t it amazing how much kids love empty boxes? You can spend tons of money on the latest thing-a-ma-gigger 2000 but they are more interested in the box. Last week my M-in-L bought two new pool lounge chairs and gifted … Continued
All are welcome at the table
The following is a letter from the Disciples of Christ General Minister and President, Rev. Dr. Sharon E. Watkins. More from her can be found at her blog. June 2012 Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, In fielding questions from … Continued
DIY old dress to a new skirt
“They” say that if you haven’t worn an article of clothing in a year then you should get rid of it (exception being formal wear). I’m pretty good about that except for a few items. I have a few dresses … Continued
Wordless Wednesday
Just a few words…can anyone guess what is going on here?
Oatmeal Craisin Cookies
Oatmeal raisin cookies. The “healthy” cookie choice. I’m never one to choose a cookie based on its level of good-for-you. That sounds like a oxymoron and I mean let’s be honest, who really wants a “healthy” cookie? I’ve tried to … Continued
Myriad Botanical Playground
Last week we found ourselves at the Myriad Botanical Gardens in downtown Oklahoma City. We were there pretty early so we beat the heat and the crowds. We didn’t pay to go inside…we’ll save that for another day. Instead we … Continued
Color Me Rad OKC and Cystic Fibrosis
Last week I signed Dear Husband and myself up for the Color Me Rad 5K in Oklahoma City. I clicked the “donate” box to give a little extra to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation of Oklahoma City. Then I asked myself…what … Continued
Easy Peach Cobbler
I can’t get enough of this Calhoun Bend Mill mix. Eat your heart out Bisquick, Calhoun is where it’s at. This peach cobbler mix is a revelation. Purists may scoff at using a mix but I never claimed to be … Continued