I know some would quibble with my claiming this is "easy", but really, it is. Its a throw it all in a pot and cook kind of meal. Its easy food for busy days. And its one that everyone in my family will eat. And for days that are busy, this is a meal that is ready to eat come evening. You can set it up the night before, or that morning. I used 2 canned items, but you could sub … [Read more...] about “Easy” Food: Slowcooker Jamba
Father and Sons
Sometimes, boys just need to do boy-things. Backyard Camping The other night, The Professor set up the tent in the back yard. This tends to be a last minute decision, because a variety of variables have to be just right. The right over night temperatures, no early morning activities to get up for, and no one can be overly tired or grumpy. And last Saturday all the right … [Read more...] about Father and Sons
Annual Rate Hike!
An Annual Ritual It's that time of year again - it seems like every year in January, the USPS raises rates. This year is not an exception, and on Sunday we adjusted to accurately reflect shipping costs. But this year, the costs did not merely go up, rather the method for calculating costs changed. It's a bit of a headache to be sure, but it comes with a happy benefit! By … [Read more...] about Annual Rate Hike!
New Movie!
I've been seeing trailers for the new LEGO movie recently. I'm excited! My favorite trailer so far... 'cause, you know... coffee … [Read more...] about New Movie!
Figuring Out Moving Pieces
We have continued learning about gears and moving parts of LEGO®. And I'm expanding my blogging skills.... (sorry the build is a bit blurry) I'm still figuring out the focusing of the video part of my camera. :( … [Read more...] about Figuring Out Moving Pieces