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Camera man...

Camera man...
Originally uploaded by Lalabaloobah

Sundays are becoming our days for hiking. Nothing too strenuous, but something for us to do in the beauty that surrounds us. It's always exciting and this trip proved just that, with a scattering of cow patties on our path. I think there were enough jokes and crass remarks about the patties to possibly offend the lovely cows, but we had a good time. Next Sunday, hopefully a hike that is patty free!

Sometimes...

Sometimes...
Originally uploaded by Lalabaloobah

All I need is something simple. Like these apples with cheddar and gorgonzola. And these olives with crostini on the side. Plus, a glass of merlot. Somtimes, that's all I need. So this evening, hubby made this when I was craving "oh, something simple." It was so delicious. So satisfying. Felt a bit regal with a touch of flair or is it flare?! Well, whatever it is, I loved it.

Within our mess....

Within our mess....
Originally uploaded by Lalabaloobah

there is a quiet moment that this little guy will find. When this photo was taken, he was surrounded with bags of things to give away, things to throw away, and just random items strewn about. Poor guy. He was surrounded with our clutter and I felt bad about it. But I have finally asked for help...actually, it wasn't just an "ask" more of a PLEASE?!! So, hubby is helping....

But why is this sadness here? What is this about? I smudged our home off with some beautiful white sage. And the sadness is still here. For a moment I thought maybe I'm pregnant, but no, I'm not. The sadness is still here. It might be the weather, but it's not too bad out. It might be the fact that I don't want to finish school right now...I want to procrastinate and be here writing all my complaints about my life. But I know it's time for me to finish.... So I don't know what it is...but I feel like crying. And even with convincing hubby to take me to our favorite little cafe where I had my favorite hot Mexican chocolate, I still feel blue. I even worked out this morning?!! Not sure what it is, but maybe I just need to feel it. To feel this sadness to the core of my being. Because I do feel it.

Thanks for being here, friends. I'm hoping to be out of this funk soon.

The beginning of 2010...

The beginning of 2010...
Originally uploaded by Lalabaloobah

It begins...no. It has BEGUN! And I'm excited. New things to accomplish, old goals to let go of. Final semester of grad studies to begin soon...so many things. And I continue to ponder over these last photos of 2009...I'll be sharing more shortly. But I do hope you had a wonderful Christmas. This wee family over here did spend Christmas Ramirez style. Even got a Wii injury, can you believe it?

Do I have any resolutions you ask? Well, to just keep going through another year with gratitude. And to hopefully let go of what I no longer need both emotionally and through material goods. Because it feels good to let it go. I just have to keep reminding myself of that...

Michaels Photo Entry - Monkeys on a wreath

Michaels Photo Entry - Monkeys on a wreath

So here is my entry...actually it is OUR entry. Little man helped me with this one. It would be wonderful if you would vote for me...deadline is Sunday for ratings. We'll see what happens. What have you been up to?

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New in shop...

New in shop...
Originally uploaded by Lalabaloobah

Almost in shop I should say...

The Christmas pillow in our abode...

The Christmas pillow in our abode...
Originally uploaded by Lalabaloobah

M: "Look, honey."

A: "Yah, ha! It was the nearest pillow. Please make sure you tell people that."

I did! But we all know he enjoys a snuggle with the bear, I mean, wouldn't you?

Breakfast by candlelight...

Breakfast by candlelight...
Originally uploaded by Lalabaloobah

Today, little man is a bit sick. Mostly a cough that kept us up half the night. So he's home today and this morning per his suggestion, "Light the candles, Mama!!!" So I did...it was a special morning indeed.

Baby, it's cold outside..

Baby, it's cold outside..
Originally uploaded by Lalabaloobah

It's 6 degrees outside. So this evening, I made some chicken tortilla soup. Enough to warm your bones and tasty enough to have more than two bowls full. Right now, it's quiet in the house. Some jazz playing in the background, my eyes getting heavy with sleep. The down comforter and fleece sheets are on the bed. Is it cold where you are?

Wishing you a...

Wishing you a...
Originally uploaded by Lalabaloobah

Happy Turkey Day!!! Hope you are surrounded by some good food, family, and friends. Enjoy!

Special winter wheat bread...

Special winter bread...
Originally uploaded by Lalabaloobah

There are some days when all I want to eat is bread. And thank goodness I have a bread maker, because this recipe is certainly one that is worth every ounce of waiting for. It's healthy too. The boys love homemade bread, especially when its fresh out of the oven. A slice with some butter...And the whole house smells like a loaf is just floatin' mid air! Yes, I say...to special winter wheat bread. This was my lunch today and it consisted of slices of organic honey roasted turkey, organic red leaf butter lettuce, organic roma tomato, and some german mustard! Oh, and some pickle slices! So yummy! I have a feeling I'll be making a ton of bread during winter break..want some?

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Corners of the home: Mess

Corners of the home: Messes
Originally uploaded by Lalabaloobah

I'm so embarrassed. But it's true..we have some mess in the home. This here is the couch with my paperwork from this semester..a pile representing each course and I have yet to put them in the appropriate binder. But this also goes to show you where I am in my semester of my final year of grad school. A mama in grad school I am and it's tough, with tears and all. I wish we had some Calgon right now.There are more messes posted..so just click the photo to see.

This evening...

This evening...
Originally uploaded by Lalabaloobah

Some homemade pear cinnamon crisp and crafting. It's so cinnamony...love it!

Corners of our home...

I've seen it before, blogged at least, of different corners of the home. So, I thought I'd do the same. I find it interesting how there are some cool things in our corners. Something about how a corner can hold alot...something about how a corner where two or three walls/floors/colors connect to hold something. Well, these are some of our things...

Corners of our home III...
Originally uploaded by Lalabaloobah

Corners of our home...

Corners of our home II...
Originally uploaded by Lalabaloobah

Corners of our home III...

Corners of our home...
Originally uploaded by Lalabaloobah

New loves, old loves...

New loves, old loves...
Originally uploaded by Lalabaloobah

I recall playing with tinker toys when I was a kiddo, yet I don't remember having a complete set. Little guy has one officially...vintage canister and all. 50 cents at our favorite thrift store and I think I'm having more fun than he is making space stations, space rockets, and dogs...ha!

Colors of today...

Colors of today...
Originally uploaded by Lalabaloobah

With the heavy snowfall that began yesterday, these colors were on my mind. So this afternoon we spent some time crafting in the most colorful way. I'm excited about these...