Before I get into the events of the weekend, I thought I’d throw a funny Jeopardy question your way. The answer, which will be easy for those who follow this blog, will appear at the end of this post.
Saturday morning was nice. The entire family spent the morning together. At one point, Sam, the kids and I were all snuggled up on the couch watching TV. I can’t even begin to tell you how nice that was.
There was plenty of outdoor playing and walks around the neighborhood.
Sunday, Sam was sleeping and it was, what Ella calls, a “Ella, Bubby, Daddy Day.” I had to drive Sam’s brother to his football practice and then I planned on taking the kids to the park for a picnic. On the way, my eye caught a Dairy Queen with outdoor seating. So instead, we stopped there!
By Ella’s reaction, I think it was a good choice!
After our picnic lunch, we went to a little park that is enclosed. The kids could run everywhere and play on anything. I played with them and actually got a minute or two to just sit back and enjoy watching them play.
Funniest line of the weekend – and also one of those things you never thought you would say out loud: (Sam to Andrew) “Bubby, don’t put the Playdoh in your nose!”
Boy, does he keep us on our toes! While we were out in the back yard the other day, he picked up one of the dandelions – not the yellow ones, the white ones – and stuck it in his mouth. All those things were on his tongue and I am really surprised he didn’t throw up! Urgh, just thinking about it makes me nauseous!
Two of my favorite pictures from the weekend –
First, Ella looking like a movie star! Priceless
Second, Andrew wearing what his sister picked out for him to wear…. one of her dresses!
Hilarious!
Project Update
I took advantage of the kids falling asleep early Sunday night and figured I would prime and paint the nook I was working on.
This is what it looked it before:
We used OSB board this time, and after painting I wish I had used just regular shiplap. It still looks good. It has a rustic look to it, I think. We need to get a cushion for the bench seat and a decorative throw pillow to go on that, but it is painted and coat hooks are in place.
The angle at which I took this picture makes the hook on the left wall look higher than the others, but they are all on the same line, believe it or not!
The kids seem to think that this is a new play area now, or at least a spot for photo ops.
I’m so glad to have this project 98% finished. I have a few touch ups to do, but it is mostly done. I also love having the baskets under the bench.
All in all a very productive and enjoyable weekend!
Your trivia/Jeopardy answer? Of course, you knew it was …
The Three Stooges! A 1936 classic!
Various Ramblings of a Nostalgic Italian 
sounds like a really good weekend and I had a feeling about the stooges .) your project turned out great.
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Glad it was a fun weekend & you’re almost done that nook, which looks way better than before. I saw that Jeopardy question too…man, nothing like watching that championship tournament to make you feel less smart than you thought, LOL
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Jeopardy always makes me feel dumb! I love seeing questions like this one!
Just a few more finishing touches on the nook!
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Heh. I was thinking of the worms in the “other” Men In Black.
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Oh wow, I forgot about that! LOL
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I don’t recall them using mallets but, I do remember them smoking.
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Great seeing things in perspective; that nook is a lot bigger than it looks!
Since my mister is a fan of the Stooges, I knew your Jeopardy question. I’ve been subjected to them for years! Nyuk, nyuk, nyuk!
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I’m a life long Stooge fan. Got my wife to go to a Stooges Festival once. She told me how much dumber she felt after! LOL! “subjected to them” – I think you and my wife feel the same way.
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Me and Sam along with the majority of women who inhabit this planet! 🌎
It’s definitely a ‘Guy Thing’. 😂
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Nothing better than a fun weekend!
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I love the nook and it sounds like you had an awesome weekend and the family did too. That’s so nice.
And, yes, I actually did know the answer to the Jeopardy question, which is very unusual for me. Ha!
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Thank you!! Kudos for knowing Jeopardy – lol!!!
Looking forward to the holiday weekend – we will get even more time together
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We are looking forward to this weekend too. My husband is going to go put some flowers on his grandparent’s graves and his aunt and uncle and then we are going to a cemetery dedication and Civil War renactment on Sunday. Should be fun!
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Wow! Sounds like a great weekend. I have friends who are very active doing reenactments all the time. He does a lot for stuff at Greenfield Village in Dearborn. He has a bunch of outfits from the 1700’s and he has a blast.
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