The “Let’s Go for a Walk” Anxiety

My 16-year-old daughter asked, “Mom, do you want to go for a walk with me?” The short answer was, “YES! Absolutely! WOW, thanks for asking me! Let’s Go!” With that thought came a million more, all at once, and the thoughts spiralled into...

Zentangle Mug – DIY Step by Step

A new craft project I picked up this winter: Zentangle mugs.   I did some research on Pinterest and around other places (including The Cozy Old Farmhouse) before starting my first zentangle mug project. Then I just dove right in, making myself a mug with my...

Zentangle beginner – first on paper and now on mugs

As a Zentangle beginner, I have been learning so much about the art of Zentangle, but also about myself. I was introduced to Zentangle about a year and a half ago. ‘Tangling has been extremely good for my mental health and my soul, and it’s just FUN!...
Review of Pentatonix – The Album

Review of Pentatonix – The Album

Song writing, musical arrangement, vocal abilities… Pentatonix shows it all off in this new album. I’ve always raved about their covers of popular hit songs. This self-titled album (Pentatonix)is mostly their own original music, and it is equally noteworthy! The...
Vote for The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

Vote for The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

Vote for The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta is currently ranked #2 in the USA Today 10 Best Reader’s Choice Awards for Best Cultural Festival.  Readers can vote for The International Balloon Fiesta (or their...
Kids Bowl Free All Summer Long – 2015

Kids Bowl Free All Summer Long – 2015

My Family Is Registered For Kids Bowl Free, AGAIN!!!   We have had so much fun the last few years doing this. And it’s the last year that all 3 of our kiddos will be eligible for the completely free games.   Why Don’t You Join Us?   Register...

Pentatonix Concert Live Stream on Sunday, March 15

Sunday is the big Pentatonix show at the Toyota Oakdale Theatre. This is one of their early stops of the On My Way Home Tour.   Unfortunately, I’m not able to be there to watch it person.  🙁 But other unlucky fans like me who can’t attend the concert...
Respect the Funk – Dad & Daughter

Respect the Funk – Dad & Daughter

The family that dances together stays together.   Post by Ali Hoffman.   I seriously love that the Dad is dancing and lip-synching to the Uptown Funk with his teenage daughter. Awesome family weirdness! You have to respect the...