I love the idea of these Rolling Huts grouped as a herd in Washington’s Methow Valley. I could wake up with a lovely view of the mountains each day. Doesn’t it look quite and serene? I love Washington, maybe this summer on our family road trip we can visit Rolling Huts. We would love to explore their summer farmers’ markets, shops, bakeries and pubs.
Here is Part 3 of my DIY art supplies on my blog at Cascadian Farm. These fingerpaints are super easy and fun to make. Your kids will have a blast. If you try any the fingerpaints, recycled crayons or colored glue, I would love to hear and see how it went.
Last week on my blog at Cascadian Farm, I showed you how to make recycled crayons. This week, learn how to make colored glue that your children will delight in. Check it out, give it a try and let me know what you think.
Last night was a typical night at the The Lyon Residence. After dinner, Mr. Sweet Greens played on the floor with our dogs, Lilly {Old English Bulldog}, Sadie {Miniature Schnauzer} and Noodles {Pug}. After they played, all three dogs retired to their favorite spots to chew on a doggy snack.
This morning, when Eben and I went downstairs for breakfast, we let the dogs outside. Lilly and Noodles about knocked me over to get out the door, however there was no sign of Sadie. This isn’t unusual however, because Sadie is a 12.5 year old dog who lost her hearing a couple of years ago. I spotted her sleeping underneath the dining room table, snug as a bug. When I reached down to nudge her, I was overcome with grief and sadness as I realized that she had passed away.
Needless to say, today has been a very sad and exhausting day for The Lyon Family. It has been nothing but tears and sadness.
Sadie was a lovely little dog with a heart of gold. Mr. Sweet Greens gave her to me the first year that we were dating. She was the perfect, 1st Hanukkah present. Up until today, she was always full of love and ready to go on a walk at a moment’s notice. She was definitely the alpha female in our household and Lilly especially loved her. They went everywhere together and loved to sleep snuggled together in their doggy bed. Lilly would spend countless hours grooming Sadie, and Sadie would quietly and contently allow her to do so. When Lilly realized that Sadie had passed away, she sniffed her several times and then moaned a few times. She has been wandering around the house all afternoon looking for Sadie. It is heartbreaking.
I have nothing but love, gratitude and lovely fond memories of my sweet little dog. Memories such as the time she spent the day in my step-father in law’s mail truck {he is a postal worker}. Or the night that she pushed Mr. Sweet Greens’ father out of bed. {She always was a bed hog}. I will also remember that she loved to wander, sniff and roll in anything that was rotten or deceased. Sadie was a lover and a snuggler, who wanted nothing more than to snuggle up on your lap for the afternoon, which was fine with us.
I want to thank you, Sadie, for making our family complete. You taught me what it was to love an animal unconditionally. You taught the importance of friendship and love. You made me laugh and smile and reminded me that life is full of fun, whether you are laying the sunshine, running in the park or sniffing every flower in your wake. I love you.
In memory of Sadie Lou Lyon. July 14, 1998 – February 23, 2010.
XO.
**Update:: I would like to thank everyone who sent their warm wishes, kind words and thoughts to us. We really appreciate your love and supporting during this difficult time.
Sweet Greens’ Goodies Club is in it’s second month. Have you joined? If so, thank you so much. You can expect to recieve a lovely little Eco friendly goody in the mail this week. If not, wouldn’t you love to receive a little surprise just for you each month? How fun would that be? You can buy your subscription here and see the previous goody here. This month’s goody is fabulous, I can’t wait to share it with you.
I would love for you to join the Sweet Greens’ Goodies Club.
