We frequently stop and sleep at rest stops on our way to our destination. One night on our way to Arkansas we stopped at one on the I-70 somewhere in Kansas. The next morning when I woke up and walked outside, there were all these cows looking at the trailer from the other side … [Read more...] about Rest Stop in Kansas
Roxborough State Park, Denver, Co
We chose a very easy 2 mile hike (on account of my cold) in Roxborough Park. The rocks and hills were amazing. The park is about 30 minutes outside of Denver and you can see the city from the park. But while you're in the park it really seems like you're away from it all. The … [Read more...] about Roxborough State Park, Denver, Co
Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster, CO
Chris and I finally got ourselves over to the Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster. The first room is filled with domestic and exotic species of insects and spiders from around the world. I got to pet a tarantula form Central America. The next room is tidal pool animals and has a … [Read more...] about Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster, CO
Turkish Stitch String Bag
Here's another pattern I found on the internet. So now you know what I do on all those long drives around the country with Chris. I'm trying to find more ecofriendly alternatives to the plastic grocery bag. It's amazing how many accumulate in a week in a household! Go to … [Read more...] about Turkish Stitch String Bag
Grocery Bag Crocheted Tote
I love this idea! Ever wonder what to do with all those grocery bags that seem to breed under your kitchen sink?! I found this by accident while looking for a mesh string bag pattern. The pattern is super easy and fun. There are a lot of crochet patterns for items made out of … [Read more...] about Grocery Bag Crocheted Tote