Spring is coming!

I went outside to do some measuring of the fence to figure out how much I would need to buy to repair one side, and put a gate on the other side of the yard, and look what I found! I love crocuses. They're a wonderful spring surprise, since I'm never really expecting them when they arrive.



For the two people who read this blog who aren't family, we've got big news! I'm going to be an Aunt! My brother and his wife are expecting their first baby in August. Here's my bro practicing his baby skills with his dog Brownie:

And last but not least, check out my new glasses! Do they make me look more hip? Or are they just loud? What do you think?

Oh, and I've been dieting for 4 weeks now, and I've lost 13 pounds. Let me hear the applause, people!