first time

there is a first time for everything, like my first ever fiesta find at my local goodwill.  this is a cinnabar range stop salt and pepper shaker for a whopping $3!!!!!  woohoo!

RIP wilfred

just like a child, the love between a pet and owner is one of the most purest forms of love.  when we adopted you, you came to us named "chance." shortly after, we named you "wilfred beardsly," you grew into that name and we instantly fell in love with you.  over the years you have traveled with us, moved with us, adventured with us, grown with us and are an irreplaceable member of our family.  your body failed you, but your (almost) 10 years here were great ones and you are loved beyond measure.  today you can rest peacefully in YOUR yard, the one daddy always promised you and made good on.  you will always be with us, thank you for choosing us, it was the best "chance" we took.  

wilfred beardsly: may 16, 2013- march 29, 2022

first night we brought you home

birthday boy

oh J, how i wish this wasn't happening on your birthday.  our hearts are hurting and heavy as we say our goodbyes to wilfred.  we always say "my presence is your present," and this is wilfred's present to you, one more day of cuddles.

saying goodbye

wilfred, it is okay to let go, look for that rainbow bridge.  look for your doggy friends.  don't worry about us,  you will ALWAYS be with us and a part of this family.  run free, eat all the chicken bones and tamale wrappers, hump all the pillows, roll in all the poop and enjoy the sunshine!  thank you for choosing us and giving us 9 great years together.  you will be forever loved and missed.  

one flaw...

when the universe created humans best friend, there is one big flaw, they don't live long enough.  wilfred's health has been deteriorating quickly this week (as he is in stage 4 renal failure), so we are keeping him quiet, comfortable and giving him all the love.  

savor

lovin' on this guy as much as he will let me. 

wilfie

to love a dog (or animal) is to never be lonely, always have a best friend near, feel unconditional love, laugh often and always be greeted with a smile and kisses.  dogs are truly humans best friend.  i don't know how much time we have left with wilfred, he is losing interest in food, sleeping more and had trouble jumping on the bed.  we will make you comfortable and love on you as much as you let us.  but for now, we will enjoy a walk through the arboretum.

fun run

big day at school, it's the 2022 fun run!  i remember doing this as a kid and asking family for donations.  now, it is bowie's first time!  the theme was "raining cats and dogs" although it turned out to be a nice day.  but they were full of school spirit and having fun raising money for "the world's greatest elementary school."

coquito recipe

this is the drink i exchanged my flan for.  i was told that it is a puerto rican version of spiked eggnog for the holidays.  when i had my first sip, i was shocked at how good it was, it is sweet, creamy and rummy.  and it doesn't remind me of eggnog or christmas because this recipe does not have nutmeg in it.  i was told to sip it from a shot glass and the rum will sneak up on you.  i think this makes the perfect night cap and i am excited to try the recipe myself.  this may be my new holiday gift for friends and neighbors this year! 

 

Ingredients:

 

1) Can of Coconut milk (preferably Coco Lopez found at Safeway)

2) 1 Can of Evaporated Milk (Carnation is the best)

3) 2 tablespoons of condensed milk (Carnation)

4) Powder cinnamon (add to taste and look, it adds some nice color)

5) 6 ounces of Rum - Bicardi dark rum

Throw all the ingredients in the blender with the cinnamon last and just blend for about a minute. Refrigerate and serve cold. 

Always shake the bottle lots before serving ti remix the cinnamon and because the top tends to get creamy heavy. So mix well before reserving.

 

chemistry kit

love a good science experiment, and having fun with this new birthday chemistry kit!

dig kit

digging into one of her birthday presents, a gemstone dig kit!  hope you hit the jackpot!

birthday girl - BIG 6!!!

happiest birthday to our special girl!  she has had a great birthday, starting with her party on friday, calls and video chats with family, birthday dinner, round 2 of cake and lots of gifts.  thank you for all your birthday love, this girl felt the love!