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Sunday, January 4, 2026

Work in Process This Week - Large Afghan Blanket

 Good morning,

Now that the craziness of the holidays is fading into memory, I'm back to projects once again.

This will be a large afghan blanket that will be available in the shop when finished sometime in the next week and I've had time to photo and write the listing.  

There are many blankets and other items in the shop already here:  https://evensensproductions.etsy.com.

What are you making, baking, growing this week?

All the best,

Lois

Saturday, January 3, 2026

First 2026 Loaves

 Good morning,

Yesterday was whole wheat bread making day.  These are the first two loaves of 2026. 

 My goodness, the house smelled good when I took them out of the oven.

All the best,

Lois

Friday, January 2, 2026

Hydroponic Herb Garden

 Good morning,

Santa brought me a hydroponic garden so we are growing herbs in our living room.

We set it all up, counted out tiny seeds (insert lots of laughter here), added water, and have waited several days so far.  Sure enough, there are tiny green plants starting to grow. 

Thank you Santa (Kjell) for a really fun gift! 

Stay tuned.  I'll get pictures of whatever we can grow.

All the best,

Lois

Thursday, January 1, 2026

Happy New Year!

 

Happy New Year
from all of us in the
Evensen Household!

Wendy, Elsa (pictured), Lily, Kjell, Catherine, and me! 

Wednesday, December 31, 2025

Chef Catherine's Ham Dinner

 Good morning,

This week has been a busy one with appointments, travel, dog shows, and, of course, Santa's arrival.

Catherine made a simple dinner for us that was just fabulous!  Of course, Christmas ham... 

 ...real mashed potatoes...

 ...and a spinach salad.

 And, here's the chef herself!  

Thank you, Catherine!

Love you,

Mom & Dad

Tuesday, December 30, 2025

Man in His Man Cave

 Good morning,

Santa brought Kjell a spiffy hat for Christmas! 

 I think he looks so cool wearing it in his man cave!

:),

Lois

Monday, December 29, 2025

Banyan Tree in Honolulu

 Good morning,

This is a lovely Banyan Tree in Honolulu.  Catherine sent us the image (thank you) and I'm not sure if it is near hear hotel or if she saw it while she was out shopping.

The only other place I've seen these is in Florida.  

Enjoy!

Lois