Dear Spring,

Hi again. It seems like we do this every year, but I was wondering if you could lay off on producing so many allergens. I am having some trouble breathing so clear nasal passages and working lungs would be a huge boost right now. Thanks!

Love, Jenn

PS I'll be back tomorrow when my allergy meds have fully kicked in. I can't wait to share some of my latest projects...super cool stuff!

Just call me 'The Bachelorette'

Jim left yesterday for a week-long trip to Florida with his best pal McGraw. They are in Florida to check out spring training...yes, that would be baseball, specifically spring training for the St. Louis Cardinals. While some people might not find such a trip particularly attractive, for Jim this is a boyhood dream come true. Spring training, baby! Who knows - maybe he will end up playing major league ball? And while he enjoys the Cardinals, his heart belongs to the New York Mets...who just happen to train right up the road from the Cardinals. It's Christmas in Jimbo-ville, folks...

So, not only an I left at home alone but also I have to wonder if he'll ever come back. Good thing, he's a prince among men. I am sure that he'll come home...but it looks to be a lonely few days around the home front. But Grand Master B will be coming for an overnight visit on Saturday and we will be taking care of Mr. Sam & Princess Izzy as well. I am really looking forward to a full house.

Since I am thinking so much of Jim, I thought I'd share one of my favorite pages celebrating the man.

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Here's to you, Jimmy.