My Week

This week was all about getting back to the real world. We spent the first part of the week in almost a zombie like state. It’s true when people say they need a vacation from their vacation.

It is good to be back home though. We miss Japan terribly, but each day gets a bit easier. I’m also starting to get excited about being able to do projects around the house again, now that we have time and some money again. First thing is new carpets! I told Rob I’d like that to be my birthday present. We were going to go look at samples and such this weekend, but they were closed for Memorial Day. Next week then!

It’s definitely summer here! We fixed ourselves margaritas this weekend, which was so perfect. See the last post for the recipe we use.

I also got some lawn chairs I’ve been wanting at Lowes. These are perfect to relax in the grass and get some sun.

I also got a pitcher plant! I hear carnivorous plants help keep fruit flies away. We always get fruit flies and such around the house during the summer. I really hope it works!

In ReadyMade magazine’s last issue, there was an article on how to make your own yogurt. I love yogurt! It helps keep my tummy in check and it’s like the only dairy I can eat a lot of and I love dairy. This recipe seems so easy to make. All you need is a bit of yogurt and some milk. Heat the milk, let it cool a bit, add some yogurt, leave out in a sealed jar for a few hours, chill, then presto yogurt! It makes sense, the bacteria in the original yogurt spreads throughout the heated milk since it’s such a yummy and comfy place for it. Tomorrow morning we’ll see if it works!

I’ve been having fun with my Blythe doll too. I’ve made a couple of things for her. We also had a little photo shoot yesterday. I’ll share all that in a post tomorrow!

I’m looking forward to next week. Like I said, I now have the time to focus on new projects and I feel the itch to start doing things. June’s going to be an awesome month! It is one of my favorite months after all.