Kim 365
Everyday life. Messy stuff included.
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I think it's safe to say that winter is here to stay. A storm blew in last night, and has already left about 10cm of snow on the ground. The forecast low for tonight is -20C, and with the wind it feels close to -30C. Streets are slippery, so tomorrow the snow tires are going on the vehicle. When it gets to -40C we really start to wonder why we live here...oh yeah, because I could never survive summer in a warmer climate :) It's beautiful and quaint when the snow falls, but by February I'll be singing a different song.
Everyone gets riled up when Grandpa comes to fight...I mean visit.
Here we have Batman (Markus, being thrown on the couch), The Joker (my dad), Robin (Wyatt, waiting eagerly for his turn), and Batgirl (Bailey, also waiting for a wrestle). It is hilarious to see how excited they get with Grandpa around.
Here we have Batman (Markus, being thrown on the couch), The Joker (my dad), Robin (Wyatt, waiting eagerly for his turn), and Batgirl (Bailey, also waiting for a wrestle). It is hilarious to see how excited they get with Grandpa around.
One of the many faces of Wyatt. This was a contemplative look between saying "cheese-a-leese!"
The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever.
Isaiah 40:8
I have my regrets about how I shot this. I wish I had axed the coloured stones, or maybe gone in for a close crop on the wilted flower head. What do you think? Is it okay?
Isaiah 40:8
I have my regrets about how I shot this. I wish I had axed the coloured stones, or maybe gone in for a close crop on the wilted flower head. What do you think? Is it okay?
"Count your blessings, name them one by one..."
Well I count three right here! My kids are the best :)
Well I count three right here! My kids are the best :)
Dear family in near and far places. I know you would prefer a photo of my children. So would I. Alas, they are in bed, but the blood orange soda was still awake so I shot it instead. One of these days, I'll catch those kids in action.
The humble bean.
I've never been much of a fan of beans. I knew they were a good source of vegetable protein, but to buy them canned or even dried in small bags, they are as expensive (sometimes more expensive!) than meat. And I have a husband who wouldn't think it was very cool to spend more money on a vegetarian dish when he could be gnoshing on a big ole steak.
But then I bought a load of beans in bulk. They were ridiculously cheap, they are so easy to cook, and I made an amazing chili with them for supper tonight. I'm so excited to start cooking with beans more!
I've never been much of a fan of beans. I knew they were a good source of vegetable protein, but to buy them canned or even dried in small bags, they are as expensive (sometimes more expensive!) than meat. And I have a husband who wouldn't think it was very cool to spend more money on a vegetarian dish when he could be gnoshing on a big ole steak.
But then I bought a load of beans in bulk. They were ridiculously cheap, they are so easy to cook, and I made an amazing chili with them for supper tonight. I'm so excited to start cooking with beans more!
I made a huge pot of cabbage borscht for supper, and had to find a way to fit it into the fridge. Not only that, but needed the pot free so I can use it to cook chili tomorrow. After one look at our packed fridge, most would faint at the task at hand, Clay included, but I rose to the challenge. Why? I've been training for this moment my whole life. After all, my mom is the queen of cramming stuff into smaller containers. Nothing enters her fridge if the contents could be transferred to something smaller. Three jars and one smaller pot later, and I'm done. Thanks Mom, you trained me well.
Today I managed to cook the soup, bake buns, and cookies. In one day. Don't be fooled, not all days are this productive. For my mom it wouldn't be anything out of the ordinary though. I hope someday I can just take it all in stride like her, and not feel like I deserve a medal for my efforts at the end of the day.
Today I managed to cook the soup, bake buns, and cookies. In one day. Don't be fooled, not all days are this productive. For my mom it wouldn't be anything out of the ordinary though. I hope someday I can just take it all in stride like her, and not feel like I deserve a medal for my efforts at the end of the day.
A winter's day
In a deep and dark (November);
I am alone,
Gazing from my window to the streets below
On a freshly fallen silent shroud of snow.
(I Am A Rock - Simon & Garfunkel)
Perfectly undisturbed, I find a fresh snowfall absolutely beautiful. I wanted a good snow shot without having to leave the house (try going anywhere quickly with 3 kids under the age of 5, then add snow to the mix and you'll understand why), and spied this from my bedroom window, looking into my neighbours' yard. I'm not a creepy neighbour, really.
In a deep and dark (November);
I am alone,
Gazing from my window to the streets below
On a freshly fallen silent shroud of snow.
(I Am A Rock - Simon & Garfunkel)
Perfectly undisturbed, I find a fresh snowfall absolutely beautiful. I wanted a good snow shot without having to leave the house (try going anywhere quickly with 3 kids under the age of 5, then add snow to the mix and you'll understand why), and spied this from my bedroom window, looking into my neighbours' yard. I'm not a creepy neighbour, really.