Office Floor Work, Continued
Liz, holding up one of the boards while I went running to get some screws.
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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.
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.
Liz and Daisy
Daisy has been struggling a bit more, lately. She still can get around, but her leg isn’t as strong anymore… and she sometimes spins in circles. And sometimes has difficulty getting herself upright.
Christmas Trees and Beers
Seriously contemplating the price tag.
Christmas at DePaul
I kept my camera off for most of the event. But if you’ve never been inside, it’s well worth a visit.
Running Cold in the Cold
We headed north from Hyde Park, and Liz showed me some of the paths she took when she was doing her marathon training earlier this year.
While the two of us ran five miles while we were at the lakehouse last week, it didn’t quite dawn on me the actual distance.
Adding Insulation in the Front Office
We’ve got several batts of soundproof insulation, just waiting to be put in. And with the work I did previously, we were a bit closer to install.
Thanksgiving in Whitehall, 2024
I have to say – the kitchen was a scene of utter chaos. And I absolutely loved it. People moving around, jostling, yelling for space and help. A bustle of activity and collisions and it was just so glorious to witness.
You may gauge the holidays on the meals that are served. But for me, the pleasure and measure of it is in the preparation. A house is full of love when its kitchen is full with motion.
Deer and Beer
In the late afternoon, Liz called me over to the window. But did so in an urgent, hushed voice. Just outside, there was a small group of deer grazing on the yard.
Evening Relaxation
With a bit of dinner, a fireplace going in the background, and Sherlock on the TV. This isn’t the best photo, but captures for me the moment. Relaxing on the couch, warm and full, watching a favorite show on television. A lovely evening.