It’s been quite an experience taking a picture everyday for 365 days. At times I felt unmotivated and couldn’t wait for the project’s end. I’m happy to say that I’ve seen it through and have compiled a video slideshow of my favorite photographs. Enjoy and please feel free to share! If you would like to […]
Month: December 2012
12 Blog Favorites from 2012
Another year has come to an end and we sincerely hope that we have entertained and informed you in 2012. Thank you for visiting RMKK and sharing your lives with us. We are grateful for your feedback and goodwill. May you have a happy, healthy, and prosperous NEW YEAR! ******************************************** It has become a tradition […]
December 28th, Card Playing Day
Did you know that December 28th is Card Playing Day? I didn’t, until I checked my email and saw a message about this Lens of the Day on Squidoo. It never ceases to amaze me that there is a day set aside for almost everything! It is said that Card Playing Day was […]
The Year Santa Had a Rubber Beard
A childhood memory of long ago, Of the jolly ol’ elf, Who says “Ho, ho, ho!” A vision so vivid, It’s still in my mind. Of a Santa so different, Like no other kind. Mom and Dad and Brother and me, Off to Grandmother’s house to see, There we were, dressed to the nines. Everyone […]
A Frugal Noodle Kugel and Mark Zuckerberg
What does a frugal noodle kugel have to do with Mark Zuckerberg? It all started like this: I woke up this morning thinking, “What’s for breakfast?” The idea of a noodle kugel came to mind. My intention was to get rid of the leftover egg noodles from the previous night’s meal. I had […]
Have a Mountain Man Rendezvous in Your Own Backyard!
The mountain men were a lonely breed. But when they had fun, they really had fun. After Lewis and Clark’s 1804-1806 exploration of the West, fur trading posts opened up all around this harsh land and attracted men who weren’t afraid to brave the isolation and danger of the wilderness. These mountain men had some of […]
Seven Steps for Making Snow Rolls
The holidays are upon us and with it comes the joy of snow rolls. No, you silly oaf, I am not talking about anything gooey, sweet, or made with bread. I wouldn’t eat anything like that. I am a cat. I am talking about winter sports for felines. Let me tell you how you can […]
Happy 12 – 12 -12
Nothing eventful has happened on this once-in-a-lifetime day of 12 – 12 – 12. -As Expected Snow has been flying all day at our Lil’ Cabin in the Snowy Woods. That’s predictable at this time of year, but I must tell you it had been raining almost everyday just a week ago. I can’t stand […]
How to Untangle a Chain Saw Chain – the art of manliness for women
Untangling a chain saw chain can be challenging and frustrating if you don’t know what you’re doing. After bucking wood to create woodpile envy, the saw chain was dull and needed to be changed. It was my daughters’ and my first time ever having to do that. The dis-assembly went smoothly until it became time to put […]
Tips for Successful Wood Splitting
Since moving to a home that is heated by wood, I’ve had to greatly improve my wood splitting technique. (I had no technique, now I have a little. I’m no expert, but these methods have worked for me.) Tips for successful wood splitting: -Look for a log that has a natural split […]