Easter Finery

Easter 1986 with Great-Grandma. A study in blue except for Hayden.

Looks Like a Jumble

But only at first glance. Takes the "A house divided" front plate I used to have and moves it to the back.

Home Improvement Phase 2 Complete

The downstairs carpet is in and I have my house back. Still some items to return to the rooms but no more workmen in my house. Yeah!

Big 12 Champions

Union Station gave a shout out to the Jayhawks who took home the Big 12 season and tournament crowns.

The Wait Begins

I planted my elephant ear bulb to see if I can get growth before June. Usually I plant in May and see real growth about July 4. Changing it up this year.

First Blooms

Now we're headed to spring!

New-Fangled Porta Potty

Just put the toilet in a wagon (or yard cart) and tow it around. Howard's brother, Gordon, found this handy way to move it while doing a remodel.

Pelican Ruckus

Slipping and sliding on the pelican on the Plaza, Easter 1990.

Enoughness

Cristina Mittermeier spoke at the Kauffman Center as part of National Geographic Live about indigenous people and how they take only what they need from their environment. Fascinating and beautiful photography by the founder of Sea Legacy, which is working to preserve our waters.

 

A Touch of Spring

Change Is Coming

Excited to be getting a new kitchen floor tomorrow. I didn't realize how worn the floor was until seeing the contrast after removing the island.

Trivia Challenged

We did not excel this year at the annual trivia night at Colonial. Joseph stepped up and provided several answers. Matt was at guard and unavailable to help. We did have fun.

Three Years Later

Mission Bowl, which burned in April 2015, sits abandoned on Martway. The owners decided not to reopen after the company that was to do the repairs declared bankruptcy. The bowling alley owners sued the company, claiming the company didn't protect undamaged parts from leaks that caused additional damage to the lanes and pin-setting equipment. The bowling alley would have celebrated 60 years this year.

Harbingers

Seeing these hardy blooms outdoors tells me it's time to think outdoor pots. These guys can take some cold.

Shower of Youth

In light of the recent bridal showers, I thought one from mine 40 years ago was appropriate. I've changed so little 😉