This winter has had the slowest start. We have had warm days where it has felt much more like spring than winter. However, once the snow finally started we got the most beautiful storm. We have had snow on the trees for days, and despite having no power for about 8 hrs, we have absolutely loved the beauty that surroun…

I have always believed that pets are a wonderful way to teach children about life. Pets need care which helps teach responsibility, but they also give endless love and friendship which is a wonderful source of comfort to kids and adults alike.  This week we lost our sweet bunny, Sugar, and while learning about life th…

Sometimes a thought becomes a decision, and a decision becomes a plan, and a plan becomes a reality. Deciding to work was a very long slow process, but at the same time came together in a way that just made sense. There are a million jobs that wouldn't have worked for me, schedule-wise or happiness-wise.  However…

Jen's family had covid so we needed to postpone our Ricard family Christmas party this year.  We moved it to December 31st and enjoyed a wonderful Christmas Breakfast together. Everyone enjoyed tons of yummy food, gifts, and family time. We then went home for a short bit before getting ready to head out for New Y…

This Christmas was all about relaxing, We watched The Grinch that Stole Christmas early this December, and I found this grinch quote stuck in my mind all month long. Funny enough this simple quote helped me do less this Christmas and worry less about what we didn’t get done. Our Christmas came without Christmas cards …