Hoppy New Year
We’re spending a low-key, relaxed night at home for New Year’s eve. Had the chance to grab this photo of the bunnies, and decided it would be good to share.
Hoppy New Year, everyone!
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Office Floor Work, Continued
Liz, holding up one of the boards while I went running to get some screws.
Christmas in Merrillville
For a late Christmas get-together, Liz and I headed over to Merrillville, for a lovely evening/dinner at Katie and Tim’s house.
More Horses
These horses are slightly better, but still not what I think of as quality work. For as many as I’ve made, you’d think I’d have this down by now. They function, but they feel sloppy. If I make any more, I think I need to revisit my whole approach.
Office Floor Work
Nothing super glamorous, but still exciting. Today, Liz and I put some time into the front office. With a lot of insulation down in the floor joists, we got to screwing down a first layer of plywood.
Christmas in Chicago
So this year, a bonus that neither Liz nor I got sick. Last year, we had the chance to make some rounds, but things got cut short due to Covid.
While I’m glad we got some extra time with my sister’s family this year, it was nice to have our own little Christmas, back home in Chicago.
Christmas in Indy, Day 5: Opening Christmas Gifts, Visiting Crown Hill
Group photo! Another masterclass in how to balance a phone precariously, for 10 seconds.
Christmas in Indy, Day 4: Running Along the Monon Trail, Playing Wavelength, Learning How to Cheat, Christmas Eve Toast
Closer to midnight. We opted to stay in, instead of going out to midnight service at St. John’s. I miss the ritual and tradition of it (and the singing), but welcomed time with my family… just hanging out.
My parents had brought over some champagne a day or two ago, which may have been for mimosas. But we ended up opening the bottle tonight. My dad wanted a toast, and wanted a family photo… so with a slight bit of balancing on the fireplace mantle, he got his Christmas wish.
Christmas in Indy, Day 3: Art Gallery Heist at Escape Room USA
Another lazy day today, not much to show. Putzed around the house and mostly relaxed. I’m sure there was a lot of TV watching. Perhaps a nap or two.
We did have one big family activity, but it took place much later in the day. We had a late evening (7PM) escape room booked, at Escape Room USA.
Christmas in Indy, Day 2: Morning Run, Carmel Christkindlmarkt, Binging Ted Lasso
It was cold out, but we all braved the temps to seek out mulled wine and raclettes.
Christmas in Indy, Day 1: Architectural Antiques, St. Joseph Brewery, Thai and Crumbl
Liz, looking out for hardware pieces that match what we have in our house. She’s been on the hunt for literally years now.
Travel Day, Chicago to Indy
Fast forward to Indy, several hours later. It’s late at night, we’ve unloaded the car, and are hanging out in the kitchen with Stacey and Shane. As a late nightcap, Shane offers me up a little moonshine.
Tree Decorations
Forgot to post up some images of our Christmas tree, lights and all. To spruce things up, Liz found a few bunny images online… and traced them as makeshift ornaments.
Catching Up with Mark and Anna
Not a lot of photos from tonight, as I’m still out of practice. But I wanted to at least record the evening, as we always like spending time with them. The conversation is always fun and relaxed, we’re always laid back… and despite how much time passes between our get-togethers, it always feels like we pick right back up where we left off.
Interstellar
Tonight, Liz and I had a date night where we actually went out to the movies.
I’ve come to realize that I’m either getting older, or that I’ve always been a misanthropic curmudgeon. And that movie theaters stopped being a source of magic and wonder, and are simply avenues where someone can kick my chair in the dark.