Domestic Duties....

We have slowly been getting into a lovely routine down here in Southern California.  The days are sunny, the dogs are chipper (yes, even Dudley), and the people in Valencia are very nice. Most importantly, we have been ironing out the household responsibilities.  I'm in charge of flower/herb/vegetable maintenance.  Please observe.



What we have here is a variety of succulents and herbs, carefully and methodically planted and misted to ensure optimal growth.  I have been researching the gardening hobby fairly extensively since making the decision to move to someplace warmer, allowing me a longer, more productive growing season.  This spring, I have also planted a few food items, including tomatoes, rosemary, mint, and basil.  Yummy!!!! I might just try a small citrus tree, also. 

Although our front entrance is a little sparse, there will soon be a small sitting area, along with a beautiful display of lavender and lilies.

We even have two palm trees!!!  Our koi pond is quite eye catching.  There are goldfish living here, and I'm proud to say that we have only had one fish casualty since we've lived here!!  So the new saying around here is "It's been 7 days since our last Koi Pond death!!"  Let's hope this keeps on climbing!

Adam is Kitchen Department Head.  Currently, he is cooking chicken, with quinoa and artichokes!! Deeeelish!!!! Fancy a peep into where all the magic happens??

Well, tomorrow we are planning to enjoy our Thursday roller coasting at Magic Mountain!! Adam has been waiting to do this ever since that fateful day, when he was 8 years old and visiting California, he had to go to the beach because his sister wanted to, instead of going to his choice, the one and only, Magic Mountain.  She was older, there was no further discussion....

Also on the upcoming agenda...tonight is the new Extreme Couponer episode to which I respond,  "Just because you clip enough coupons to buy yourself 84 butterfingers, 176 boxes of dried pasta, and the confidence of knowing you will never, EVER have to buy toothpaste, deodorant, or toilet paper...doesn't mean you should...." 

I love you, GOODNIGGGGHT!!