I had some time alone in Boston and headed straight for the Public Garden. I so wished I had the children with me, a big cozy blanket and a picnic basket. They would have loved playing on the Make Way For Ducklings statues: And I know they would have absolutely loved a ride on the…

Today we drove into Brookline and parked the car in front of our old place. That's it on the right. We lived in this house, on the second floor (right above the architect), for 5+ years. We brought Henry home from the hospital to this house. When we lived there I think the paint was…

I have been staying with my friend Beth in Newburyport while Chris is down filming in Newport, RI. Today, we went to a party for an old friend. Here is their home- the home (Solomon Kimball House) was built in 1690 and additions were added throughout the 1700's. We spent almost the entire afternoon out…

4 custom name banners, 3 cozy cones and one pair of pajamas for Henry. Lot's of sewing this week to get ready for a little vaca for this Mama. And now I am here. All.by.myself. Lot's of pictures to come this weekend!

My brother sent me this book last month and I have to tell you, I've read through it several times. I love everything about it and it's perfect for someone like me who has only ever made freezer jam. I didn't really have any canning supplies (besides the actual jars) so I wasn't sure I…

Today we went to grammies to pick figs from her tree. Has it been a year already?  I love figs. I have big plans for these babies. Big plans!!I'll share soon!

 Last week I helped a friend throw a party for her 2 year old (also named Kate.) She wanted to do a teddy bear theme (so perfect) and we found a little tute on-line on how to make your own bear masks out of felt. So cute, no? Oh you need more proof? Happy as…

A very dear old high-school friend of mine, Heidi, is due in the next few weeks with a baby girl. I had intended to make a variation of the sleep-sack I made a few weeks ago, but when I realized how much I would have to alter the pattern, I realized what a completely horrible…

Henry decided that we absolutely must make a cheesecake for our friend Michelle's birthday. We were out this weekend and he so badly wanted a piece to take home but his parents over-ruled him and opted for a piece of chocolate cake that was so big it's 'to-go' container was the size of a shoebox.…

Girl, close your eyesLet that rhythm get into youDont try to fight itThere aint nothin that you can doRelax your mindLay back and groove with mineYou got to feel the heatAnd we can ride the boogieShare that beat of love I'm royally bummed out that Michael Jackson died. I mean royally. I wasn't even a…