Looking for the Blog Worthy ~It’s Been Nine Days Since my Last Post

My days have all been the same...

Physical Therapy, House Chores, Crafting

When I haven’t posted to my blog for a while,

I look at my camera to see what photos I’ve taken...

and then, I know where my time has gone.

Most of the photos are of our cat and 

of what we’ve prepared for dinner.

We’ve had plenty of rain here in this neck of the woods.

Our plants out front are thriving!

There have been a few breaks in the wet weather,

enough for Hubby to grill something for dinner.

I graduated from Physical Therapy this week.

We enjoyed some live jazz music at The Ward.

Always a great way to kick off the weekend.

Saturday is Bison Game Day.

This week our Football Food was Super Nachos.

As you know, I like to make our own Taco Seasoning,

so I can limit the amount of salt in my diet.

Aren’t the spice colors pretty?!

OMG, Lizzie, GET DOWN!

I had my back turned while I mixed up the taco seasoning.

I have never seen her do this before...and I hope I never see it again!

So...I saved the Taco Meat, 

and we enjoyed Nachos with all our favorite toppings.

Here’s Lizzie staying calm and watching the game with Scott.

Another weekend highlight was 

a little FaceTime with Amy and Jack.

Hubby has perfected our Sunday Brunch of

Hash Browns

Bacon

Egg and Toast

Then, just like that, the weekend’s over,

 and it’s another week of the same routine.

I hope this finds you all dong well.

Make your life Blog Worthy!

Take care,

~Natalie

Are You Ready For Some Football ~Cheering for the Bison

Can you believe it is already Football Season?

We have been planning this trip to Target Field 

for the Bison Opener for months.

We purchased our tickets last November.

We were up and at ‘em early.

...but, Coffee first.

My Helper Cat supervised the selection of 

my weekend wardrobe.

We were all packed up and on the road in good time.

After a stop midway for lunch and a break to stretch, 

we made it to the cities in plenty of time.

The Pre-Game Pep Fest.

The NDSU Bookstore was set up for shopping convenience.

The fans enjoyed food and beverages, live music...

...and reuniting with college friends.

Hubby and I stayed late and listened to the band.

Then walked the few blocks back to our hotel.

Game Day

Cowboy Jacks was the perfect spot to stop

for some pre-game snacks and to visit with friends.

We weren’t the only ones that thought so...

There were three levels in this sports bar that were packed,

wall to wall, with Bison Fans.

Target Field opened up at noon for a Pre-Game Concert 

by Jordan Davis.

Fans were filing in to our left...

...and to our right.

The Gold Star Marching Band took the field.

There was plenty of action in the game.

This is a cool photo courtesy of the Minnesota Twins site.

Cousins Betty and Drew came over to our section

for a chat at halftime. It was nice to see them again.

It was a great day to be a Bison Fan!

Take care,

~Natalie

Feast your Eyes on these Tablescapes

If you are hosting a holiday meal,

check out some of these ideas for your table...

During my Thanksgiving Week in Boston,

Emily and Jake did have to put in some time at work.

It was convenient to drop me off at the Derby Street Shoppes,

and I had no problem spending a few hours there.

I could live in the Crate and Barrel store,

with occasional trips to

Williams Sonoma for something to eat!

Thank you to both of those stores 

for all of these creative tablescape ideas.

I hope your Christmas is

Merry and Bright!

Take care,

~Natalie

Retired Teacher's Trip to Colorado ~Denver's 16th Street Mall ~7th Day: My Report

The last day of hubby's conference...our last day in Denver.

I had four hours to entertain myself, all on my own.

That's easy to do when your hotel is on the 16th Street Mall,

a mile of shops, restaurants and attractions.

(Pedestrians and city buses only)

There is a piano, or two, on every block,

with plenty of musicians sharing their talent.

Speaking of talent,

this mural was a typical site down the alleyways.

Another typical site in the stores.

Need something for your sweet tooth?

My morning, strolling along the mall, went fast.

I returned to the hotel, and hubby was there shortly after,

ready to check out and load the car.

Thank you, Denver, 

for your fine hospitality.

Take care,

~Natalie