tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9297210.post4937913966171450848..comments2023-10-12T06:08:05.804-07:00Comments on The Second Half: As you can see, we've been busy.Carolhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07697664407174851116noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9297210.post-80494870755748576222007-01-31T08:34:00.000-07:002007-01-31T08:34:00.000-07:00Wow, the upcoming travel schedule sounds great! I...Wow, the upcoming travel schedule sounds great! I'd love a Napa trip. I always hoped to go when my sister was living out there, but it never worked out.<br /><br />Just got back from ten days in Moab. My brother is officially married and everything went quite well. We stayed in the Cottonwoods. I'd recommend them if you're looking for a condo down there. They were just a couple of blocks off the main street and not far from the big city park.<br /><br />Good to hear what's going on and the house renovations sound very exciting!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9297210.post-71690068086422210722007-01-30T15:10:00.000-07:002007-01-30T15:10:00.000-07:00I'm a reader too. Unlikely demographic, perhaps: n...I'm a reader too. Unlikely demographic, perhaps: no children, live in Ontario. I just enjoy the way you examine your life and the care with which you write about it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9297210.post-89747849442247675632007-01-30T09:58:00.000-07:002007-01-30T09:58:00.000-07:00I continue to enjoy reading your blog, and seeing ...I continue to enjoy reading your blog, and seeing your amazing photographs. Here's a quick recommendation for Napa: stay one night at the Wine Country Inn (http://www.winecountryinn.com/) in St. Helena. St. Helena is one of the most northern towns in the Napa area, but it's so worth the drive - much prettier, more quiet, scenic, and less touristy than central Napa. As far as wineries, we truly loved Mondavi, Niebaum-Coppola (especially if you're a movie buff!), Clos Pegase (very cool artwork and sculptures), and Sterling (you take this cool aerial tram to the winery at the top of a rocky knoll). I wish we could have gone to Schramsberg (champagne), but I think we needed reservations and didn't make any. Have a wonderful trip! KatieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9297210.post-53927635943993552082007-01-29T20:40:00.000-07:002007-01-29T20:40:00.000-07:00A writing teacher of mine used to say that a nice ...A writing teacher of mine used to say that a nice life is great for reality, but conflict is what makes an interesting story. I'm glad things are going so smoothly right now that you feel you're boring. (Oh, you know what I mean!) ;^)B.E.C.K.https://www.blogger.com/profile/17692965288646024168noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9297210.post-35781192257070816422007-01-29T18:57:00.000-07:002007-01-29T18:57:00.000-07:00Hooray for vacations and virtual house renovations...Hooray for vacations and virtual house renovations!<br />You guys really deserve a fantastic new year.Susie Sunshinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03545706253844496925noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9297210.post-81759321020735689212007-01-29T18:55:00.000-07:002007-01-29T18:55:00.000-07:00I guess now is as good a time as any to say I am y...I guess now is as good a time as any to say I am your public too. A faithful reader that you don't know. I check in a couple times a week to see your photos and read your updates. I'm hooked and will continue to check back even during your L periods.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9297210.post-79798860118806863762007-01-29T07:13:00.000-07:002007-01-29T07:13:00.000-07:00You definitely have more devoted readers than you ...You definitely have more devoted readers than you know! I am a devotee in Charleston, SC -- and I read every day -- even if it's just to check to see if you've posted anything new. Your posts are uplifting and make me feel like I'm talking with an old friend -- and forget about a specific "niche." I am a lesbian mom to one little boy — so I doubt I would fall into your "typical" demographic! Thanks for writing.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9297210.post-61290687407491976002007-01-28T16:55:00.000-07:002007-01-28T16:55:00.000-07:00I suspect that you have a bigger audience than you...I suspect that you have a bigger audience than you realize.<br /><br />I have checked in regularly since finding you. I like to see your photographs and hear about your kids. I am a mom too, and a teacher thinking about going half time. There are little connections there that bring me back to see if you've been in. I am always wishing you well. <br /><br />LoreleiAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9297210.post-23798907482508539222007-01-28T15:46:00.000-07:002007-01-28T15:46:00.000-07:00I think the computer is finally going to let me co...I think the computer is finally going to let me comment. I so wanted to comment on your Type L post. That's me! I am living through a remodel and yes it is exciting, but it gets old FAST. We are nearing the end, which means the primer and paint and all the awful fumes are making me sick. Paul loves the smell, I want to barf. The planning stage may perhaps be the best part of it. Stage 2 STINKS (literally) and I am about to enter stage 3 - POVERTY! When you make it back to MN this summer you will have to bring the meat to grill, we won't be able to afford it. :) Sorry we missed you over winter break. Glad to hear all is well! Post when you feel like it, I will continue to check in. Can Ella come do my ironing?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9297210.post-84877251918760493572007-01-28T13:51:00.000-07:002007-01-28T13:51:00.000-07:00that photo of Ella is just so precious.
I'm so gl...that photo of Ella is just so precious.<br /><br />I'm so glad that you're doing good.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9297210.post-3676364117201706542007-01-27T20:21:00.000-07:002007-01-27T20:21:00.000-07:00I am a loyal reader and I guess you could call me ...I am a loyal reader and I guess you could call me your public! I found you via DOOCE and Crazy Us (I miss Beth and family) I also am a loyal Jonniker reader. I love your blog and NEVER make my bed. I am also a MN native/resident and mom of 3!:)<br /><br />KristinKristinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11328015285238470701noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9297210.post-14333471594810072722007-01-27T20:19:00.000-07:002007-01-27T20:19:00.000-07:00I've missed your posting lately. Glad things are m...I've missed your posting lately. Glad things are more relaxing for you since you have cut back your working hours. Totally relate to the dreams of things we want to do with our house, but lack of money to do them. This year is a year of paying off debts from the bank screwing up our escrow account on our mortgage and waaaay too many medical bills last year. Maybe next year??Lisahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18112495156197262420noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9297210.post-63812841434975773072007-01-27T19:39:00.000-07:002007-01-27T19:39:00.000-07:00I'm still reading, and I miss you. I will, actual...I'm still reading, and I miss you. I will, actually, probably call you tomorrow :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9297210.post-91402143310512406492007-01-27T19:29:00.000-07:002007-01-27T19:29:00.000-07:00Wow, Ella's getting so big!
I'm your public! At l...Wow, Ella's getting so big!<br /><br />I'm your public! At least I think that's the category I fall into, since you haven't known me forever.<br /><br />Sounds like your life is busy and full and great. Good for you!<br /><br />P.S. I haven't made my bed since 1998.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9297210.post-67860138485088936512007-01-27T13:24:00.000-07:002007-01-27T13:24:00.000-07:00This is such a NICE update...
I love the way it al...This is such a NICE update...<br />I love the way it all sounds.<br /><br /><br />AND I love to iron.blackbirdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05474831322702380602noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9297210.post-69902641868723948982007-01-27T09:35:00.000-07:002007-01-27T09:35:00.000-07:00Just to say, I love reading your 'Mommy Blog' and ...Just to say, I love reading your 'Mommy Blog' and seeing your wonderful photographs :) xxxalicestronauthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15347279319374826134noreply@blogger.com