Here’s a belated Chinese New Year greeting to all who celebrate. ❤️
Life
So Much Snow!
It’s like the tundra outside – I am not ashamed to say I haven’t stepped a foot out the door yet. 😂 Thankfully, the library is closed today!
Nian Gao (Chinese New Year Cake)
Took down our Christmas decorations yesterday before the snow came and hung up a couple of lanterns outside (Keith did all that in the freezing cold just for me ❤️). I also took the opportunity to make some nian gao for the fast-approaching Chinese New Year. They are simple to put together but can be […]
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year! Yikes, I’ve been so neglectful of my blog…..I will try to do better. ❤️ P.S. If you have a Facebook or Instagram account, look me (Simple Pleasures in our Lives) up – I do a better job of keeping up with them when I lack time. :)
Nimble Grasshopper
I still remember spending hours in and out of the ditches as a child, trying to capture tadpoles, damselflies, and grasshoppers, lol. Those were the days. ❤️
Summer Blooms
Our garden is in full bloom right now (so beautiful!) but unfortunately, Japanese beetles are devouring the coneflowers! 🪲😕
Chagrin Falls
It had been a while since we went to Chagrin Falls. Friday evening was perfect for a slow walk around the village, admiring the flowers, houses, and waterfalls. ❤️
Kayaking on Chagrin River
Keith and I took a couple of vacation days earlier this week and we went kayaking on Chagrin River. We got close to where the river empties into Lake Erie, so cool! It was my first time kayaking, believe it or not, and I love it! I’m not sure why I didn’t do it sooner, […]
Beautiful Sunset
Went to a local park with a dear friend last Thursday and we ended our walk watching this beautiful sunset. ❤️
Common Milkweed
Although common milkweed can be found throughout Ohio, it was actually my first time seeing the flowers up close and personal. How absolutely beautiful they are! ❤️