Who knew this was a thing?… today is NATIONAL GARY DAY!!! So it’s all about me?!… kinda. According to Google… “National Gary Day” is celebrated each year on November 20, and is a day to show appreciation for people named Gary in your life.

As a teacher and “self-proclaimed & unrequested life coach”… I’m always willing to tell you want you should be doing!!! Even if it’s just for my own entertainment! Kinda like today’s holiday… just a little extra FUN FOR ME!!! But trust me… it’s real thing!!!

Not only did we have a lot of great pottery at the Sandwich stop this weekend… but we also had a “Pottery Princess.” Our host Cory’s granddaughter Ivy was all dolled-up for the day. And making great notes for us to drop in our customers bags on Sunday! The cutest!!!

And unbeknownst to me… the “Pottery Princess” also transformed into the best little helper when it was time to pack-all of my stuff. She listened well, packed with care & had a great time helping me!!!

Thanks Ivy!!!

In one greenhouse at the Chicago Botanic Garden, you are greeted by an oversized orchid peacock… gently hidden behind a curtain of white flower garlands. Stunning… especially the detailing on the head & neck.

And while it was cloudy & gray before the sunrise, it was fun to find another flag that someone has placed at the end of a pier out by the lighthouse. Dark & gloomy… with a splash of piece, love & TIE-DYE!!!

BINGO before & after!

So who knew that IKEA has free Bingo Nights?!
Well, not me… but now I’m glad they do!
And after a night of Swedish meatballs, chocolate cake & LOTS of numbers…
no prizes for me, but just a great night of bingo fun for everyone !!! I’ll be back…

Not only did I have great kids making great pots this week at summer camp…
but I also had Eva who made me this amazing little origami dragon from a single sheet of paper!!

Yes, I’m bored… still “trapped” at the airport trying to get home!
But this made me laugh… and at this point, any little smirk helps.

The sign says “wet floor”… so I did.

You know how I love a great art installation… and the whimsy of a good yarn-bombing! A nice sunrise surprise this morning to find this purple crocheted installation. Sadly, it turned out to be a memorial piece… obviously made by a bunch of loving & talented friends of Ainsley. Thanks for sharing your talents, creativity & caring thoughts with the world.

Let the search begin… twenty-four fortune cookies for 2024!!!