January 14, 2011
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We’re waiting….and not so patiently….for Woocy to arrive! Wyatt and Addie are jumping up and down with excitement because their cousins are due any minute now! Four hours ago would have suited them just fine. Tomorrow we’re getting together with all of the farmboy’s side of the family for a belated holiday party. Food, games, a hike, taking pictures, more food–this is the agenda for the day. But now, just now, we just want Woocy, Emma, Aunt Rah-Rah and Uncle Sam to get here. And I am certain they want to be here–four hours in the car is a long ride for two little girls.
Wyatt had his first spelling test today, and he made 100%. This Mimi was not surprised. We had our own spelling test during supper tonight, and he could spell just about anything I tossed at him. Yes, he is a smart boy. No question about it.
My day has been spent in preparations…cooking, laundry, straightening up the house, cooking, finishing up some desk work, looking ahead to the fun weekend. I had one minor catastrophe. Made an almond pound cake, baked it in a bundt pan that is patterned all over, and when it was baked, the cake refused to come out of the pan. I used a knife tip to loosen the edges, tapped it gently on the counter, loosened a little deeper, tapped a little harder–no release. Finally, I whacked it on the counter and turned it over and out came half the cake. I was so aggravated I could have cried, but I didn’t have time. The lovely cake is hidden in the pantry and will be served in bits. Tastes good, though–my chickens made their contribution; six of their eggs create a lovely dark yellow tint.
Today was a nice day, weatherwise–warmer and some sun. The ponds, with their icy tops, finally showed some melting around the edges. The snow has mostly gone, except for scattered patches on the north slopes. And the sunset–the sunset was simply eye-popping gorgeous, all dark pinks and turquoise. Winter sunsets are a reward for enduring the cold.
One day soon I’m going to figure out how to make my computer “recognize” my new camera, and then I can transfer lots of pictures I’ve been taking, and then I can share a few with you. Until then, I’ll have to rely on words. Words, I have, a-plenty.
Hope your weekend is relaxing and refreshing, however you spend it. Now I’m off to look longingly out the window–Woocy, where are you???
Comments (6)
Have a wonderful weekend with family. We still have quite a bit of snow on here but hopefully before the predicted addition to it Sun. night through Tues. morning it will melt and what comes in won’t add much. I know we need the moisture but sure want to get the butcher calves to the processor Monday morning early and the sale calves to the sale barn Wed.
I love your words but I’ll look forward to the upcoming pictures. You have a great week-end with those little ones.
Know what? I’d be delighted to eat that cake, one piece, or a bunch a pieces. It’ll all taste good anyway, and I just KNOW your guests will think the same thing. Sounds like a really fun weekend. I know you’re going to really enjoy your belated holiday.
P.S. Wish our snow was as nearly gone as you say yours is. Still hasn’t begun to melt here yet.
I saw that sunset tonight too! Glad we both noticed it. Too rigt about winter sunsets,so much contrast!
Hi….Put those lovely pieces of cake in a bowl with some fresh or canned fruit and then cover with a vanilla pudding or lots of ice cream your visitors will love it….could top with some grated chocolate or flaked almonds too
I love reading your blogs and getting to know what life is like more in the north…..I am in Alabama….We had snow too and it’s just going away but not half as much as you….have a wonderful weekend
Hi Janet… just getting caught up on xanga. I love your writing. I’m always inspired, always feel like I’ve actually been to your place for a visit. Are you writing a book about those dear friends in your head? You really should, you know.