31-JAN-2008
Sunrise
When the sun comes up over the houses behind us, it looks like they are on fire. The colors blending from orange to the dark blue of the sky are phenomenal. I definitely didn't do it justice, but that's OK. And hey, I just finished my first month of PaD for 2008--only 11 more to go!!
30-JAN-2008
Decorating Tip
To make that artwork on the wall really pop, center the sofa underneath it!
Seriously, it really bothers me that people first--do graffiti all over the buildings in town, and secondly--dump their old furniture and appliances in the alleys. When my son-in-law was in high school, he organized his friends to go around town on Saturday mornings, picking up stuff like this. Too bad more people don't care about keeping their hometown clean.
29-JAN-2008
Zumba
I am not a morning person. I don't usually get up really early unless it involves a plane trip to the Caribbean. However, our YMCA has just started offering Zumba--dance aerobics to Latin music. I really enjoy it, which is saying a lot since I also HATE to exercise. There is a 6:15 am class on Tuesdays, and I was griping to my husband that no one gets up that early to work out willingly. So last night I woke up at 2, 4, and 5:20 am. I decided, what the heck, I'm awake, so I might as well go Zumba. Wow, there were at least 35 other people who got up early, too! It was a good feeling to have my exercise for the day over with before the sun came up. We'll have to see if this was a fluke.
28-JAN-2008
Green Bridge, Blue Bridge
These two bridges near Ashland, Kentucky made me smile today as I drove toward them. The bright colors remind me of Lego blocks. It seems like one or the other of them is constantly being painted, so it was nice to have an unobstructed view.
27-JAN-2008
The Denim Blues
Recently I had to buy a new pair of jeans. The only thing I hate more than shopping for jeans is shopping for swimsuits. I'm short, and my hips are larger than my waist, so it is hard to find a pair that fits me. I used to buy them at Gap until they changed all their styles to ultra low rise with sizing that would only fit a prepubescent girl. And between all the relaxed fit, boot cut, or tapered legs it can get very confusing. So what did I end up with? Lee Riders, $18.77 at Wal-Mart. Gotta love it.
26-JAN-2008
Creature Comforts
This is Gabby, our 15-year-old cat. She spends most of her day sleeping in our master bathroom. The reason she likes it so much is because the floor is heated. We appreciate it too, especially when the outside temperature is in the teens.
25-JAN-2008
Art Imitates Art
We purchased this stained glass piece on a trip to Asheville, North Carolina last fall. I've been looking for something to hang in our dining room window for several years. It reminds me of Clark Langley's current PaD entry.
http://www.pbase.com/image/92092798.jpg
24-JAN-2008
Is it a Tomato or a Grape?
This time of year, the only tomatoes that are even halfway worth using are cherry or the new grape variety. Even though it is tiny, you still get that bright color and juicy, sweet taste.
23-JAN-2008
Cool, Clear Water
Yesterday a major water main burst in town, so we are under a "boil water advisory." I didn't think I used a lot of water. I realized quickly that simple tasks like taking medicine or washing vegetables is hard without clean tap water. Even though I had a bottle of water standing by, my husband and I both stuck our toothbrushes under the faucet when we got ready to brush our teeth tonight. Hopefully we will be given the all clear tomorrow.
22-JAN-2008
Concoction
For Christmas, we received a bottle of homemade infused vodka. My husband liked it so much he purchased his own infusion kit. We started the first batch today--Granny Smith apples with cinnamon sticks. It should make some great appletinis.
21-JAN-2008
A Cold Winter's Night . . .
There was a full moon tonight, and the sky was very clear. It really feels like winter, with temperatures in the teens. I rolled the window down in the car to snap this, and even though it isn't great quality, it was too cold to be picky!
20-JAN-2008
Tiny Bubbles
Two year olds have amazing memories. Last night, right before bedtime, the boys saw bottles of bubbles on the bookshelf in their room. They begged to play with them, but we said they would have to wait till the morning. Of course, I thought they would forget. But when we went in to get them this morning, the first words out of Jacob's mouth were "Play bubbles, play bubbles, play bubbles?" So, of course, that is what we did.
