Young Adult Urban Fantasy – Reverse Harem
We went up to Minneapolis this last week to inter my Grandpa and Grandma Hanson. Because Grandpa was military, he was allowed a plot at Fort Snelling. It was immediate family only and really short - only 15 minutes before they had to move to the next funeral. The woman who got us all set … Continue reading Fort Snelling: Grandpa and Grandma Hanson
My family was in Minneapolis this week for the internment of my Grandpa and Grandma. Both were cremated, and they will be buried together in Fort Snelling. But! First we went to see my OTHER Grandpa, my mother's birth father. He died of Ehlers Danlos Syndrome complications when he was 32, leaving my grandmother and … Continue reading Fort Snelling – Grandpa Korpi
You've probably gotten tired of hearing about my car, but I haven't gotten tired of complaining about it. This time, it started squealing and smoke came pouring out of the wheel well and out from under my hood. So I pulled over and DID NOT open the hood because fire. Instead I called for roadside … Continue reading Really Now? Broken Down Again
We put in two tire raised beds finally - we're growing dill in them: Chives are happy, like usual and I tried out Japanese Buckwheat and sesame in the trough: You can tell our Maple trees are sending whirlygigs down! Peas are happy, some beans coming in: Onions, carrots, leeks, and radishes all growing, but … Continue reading Garden Updates
We just went and picked up my car from the shop AGAIN. Right after we picked up my husband's car! My husband's car's crankshaft belt pulley ate the timing belt cover, but he heard the squealing, stopped immediately, and had it towed before it had a chance to reach the timing belt. There's $700 down … Continue reading In the Shop Again
Originally written Jun 3, 2016, here's a post from my dad! Today was the last day for the ugly old red lawn tractor. In 14 years, I've replaced just about everything except the ignition key on it. The list of failing parts is epic, and I'd already decided to nurse it along and replace it … Continue reading The Grump: All Good Mowers Come to an End
I know it's common to give cash or useful gifts, but I'm a Downer. When my relatives graduate, I give them THIS BOOK. Dave Ramsey's Complete Guide to Money. (Not an affiliate link.) Why? Because NO ONE talks about money. After High School, you're just left to fumble around trying to pay your bills and … Continue reading What Do You Give Newly Grads?
We went to a relative's high school graduation party, and it seems like there were parties EVERYWHERE. Which makes me a bit nostalgic for the summer after High School Graduation where I was finally DONE with Day Care (I mean High School) and eagerly looking forward to college. I had no real responsibilities, and everything … Continue reading Just a Little Bit of Nostalgia
I got out of my car recently, and about four bunnies jumped out of my garden and darted into the neighbor's debris from cutting down their tree. One of them ran to the end of the garage and turned the corner... but I could totally see its butt hanging out there. So I ran/stomped over … Continue reading Bunnies, You Are Not Subtle
I saw my primary case physician about my allergies, and she gave me a referral to UW Allergy in Madison. Which is a hike, but still. I had that appointment, and I have a new steroid inhaler aaaaaand... I will be having allergy shots! I just have to set up the scheduling because I will … Continue reading Allergy Shots May Be in My Future
