Gooseberry Patch

February Snow

Remember back in January when I wanted to snap some photos before all the snow melted? Well, I had no idea what Ohio was in store for this month! Look at all the snow piled up there...that's one chilly crow! Look how the big old pine tree holds onto all... Read more →

Snowy Days

Before the latest snow melts, I wanted to share a few photos I snapped...click on any of them to view at full size! While it was definitely stay-in-and-get-cozy weather, my little Oscar wanted to get out to explore! My stone bunny looks mighty chilly with a dusting of snow, doesn't... Read more →

Christmas in the Cabin

We finally got our first real snow of the season earlier this week...the kind that really sticks around for more than a day. It was the inspiration I needed to finally decorate the cabin for the holidays. On the front door, I hung a simple swag of boxwood. I collected... Read more →

A trial run...

This year, we're going to have at least part of our Thanksgiving gathering in the cabin. It's a special place for me and its cozy atmosphere is perfect for appreciating family & friends. Over the weekend, I wanted to set the table out there as sort of a trial run,... Read more →

Little House, Big Ideas

Growing up, I was always a fan of all the Little House books and longed for a life like Laura's...full of adventure and the wild woods. I know now that the pioneer life wasn't all adventure, but the romance of those simpler times has stuck with me. On a trip... Read more →