Monthly Archives: December 2013

Snow Birds

Posted on December 28, 2013 by Tweed and Briar

Despite the snow and ice, we have been able to keep the birdfeeders full.  We have a finch feeder with thistle and nyger seed, a sunflower seed feeder, a suet feeder, and a mixed seed feeder. They hang on a … Continue reading →

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Stand By To Repel Boarders

Posted on December 21, 2013 by Tweed and Briar

At this time of year, many are looking forward to having family and friends to stay.  We were not planning on visitors.  However, we got them.  The evidence of their presence was left under the sink, in the snacks cupboard, … Continue reading →

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Multi-generational Headwear

Posted on December 18, 2013 by Tweed and Briar

The Boy was out in the snow yesterday wearing his Barbour jacket and an old cap of my Father’s.  My Mother bought the cap at a Daks factory sale before the Boy was born.  In fact, the cap had been … Continue reading →

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Roast Vegetables au Gratin

Posted on December 3, 2013 by Tweed and Briar

We were asked out to celebrate American Thanksgiving.  Our contribution to the night’s dinner was bread rolls and an apple pie made by Wife, and a vegetable dish made by me. I wanted to do something with Brussels’ Sprouts as … Continue reading →

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