Arcadia Living

Friday, March 5, 2010

"The Best Idea Ever"

This is what Lauren said as we were bringing home these chicks today - I am sure it is not "the best idea ever." Hope we don't kill them this weekend. We were inspired by an "urban farm" we recently toured in Phoenix. The chickens were living quite nicely in the backyard. We will see - if not, I think I have a couple of people who may want them! Aren't they cute? Harold and Maude and Marilyn and Greta... all different kinds.

Monday, February 1, 2010

Happy Birthday to Lauren

My wonderful daughter turned 23 on Saturday. Here she is several summers ago with her friend Brittany in Australia. (Hey, Mom, she just found out she made the Dean's list her last semester.) She is the light of my life - along with her brother, of course. Life with Lauren is always interesting. She has moved back home while she is working part-time for Princess Cruiselines and it has been a bit challenging - for both of us!

Sunday, January 24, 2010

Lauren and the Chicken

Lauren and I went to the Phoenix Antique Show downtown on Saturday - they had a lot of fun vintage jewelry there.... and a stuffed chicken!

Wednesday, January 13, 2010

Gift Giving Project

See my other blog 52 New Things to see my progress on my 29 Gift Challenge!

Sunday, January 10, 2010

Row, Row, Row Your Boat

Rio Salado Rowing Club had an introductory class where they taught us how to row a sweep-oared boat with eight people! We practiced on a rowing machine first to get our technique down and then we got a chance to go on the water. There is a lot to it - we were told it takes about two years for someone to become a good rower. I believe it after trying it! It surprisingly took more leg strength, than arm strength to row. It was so much fun!