Monthly Archives: December 2022

First of all, Beate says she thinks the creature I’ve been calling a dog in the last puzzle is really supposed to be an alligator. I’m sure she’s more correct than I was because it doesn’t have ears. Yea, Beate! … Continue reading →

If anyone is curious about the answer to yesterday’s problem (click on the picture for higher resolution): In Figure 1 the frog weighs as much as 3 mice. So in Figure 4 the hedgehog weighs as much as 6 mice. … Continue reading →

Amazon suggested this book. They were right, I was intrigued and bought it. I like doing puzzles but have mostly been doing Sudoku and word ones like Jumble, Wordle, and Spelling Bee. This one had a nice variety, but I’m … Continue reading →

WORDS MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE: Taking a moment to put on your socks, your subconscious will register the motivational sock’s words, a daily affirmation and a personalized message. The power of Words is an integral part of how we affirm … Continue reading →

So what did I use my Speedball carver for? For Andy’s Christmas present. When our local supermarket has Russell Stover’s Assorted Creams we buy them. Andy likes about half of the ones in the box and the boxes we had … Continue reading →

This tool was sitting on the kitchen table for a couple of days and Andy couldn’t figure out what I was using it for. It had to do with something edible for Christmas. Do you have any idea? December 5, … Continue reading →

Preheat oven to 200C/400F. Cut a cross on the potatoes. Put the potatoes at the top of the oven—straight on the rack, not a baking tray. Cook 1-2 hours (usually closer to 2). When they feel crunchy on the outside, … Continue reading →

We have some nasturtiums. And some green tomatoes. Andy had been bringing home beet greens and cucumbers, but those plants are getting old so it’s time to replant. December 3, 2022

It looks a lot different now, but I think we’ve handled the changes well. December 2, 2022

This one is sold out and I can understand why. I’m going to save this picture too. It makes me laugh. December 1, 2022