As usual, I’m thinking of changing the “look” of TwoCansOnAString.com
If you’ve been following my blog for any length of time, you may have noticed some subtle changes from time to time — with the usual result of my changing everything back.
I’ve had this domain name since 2012 and during this 6 year period I’ve made some changes — some good, some not so good . . . So, I’ve been doing some serious thinking . . . and not wanting to go too far out on a limb, but to make some major improvements . . . Which could make or break this website.
Lately, I’ve been having difficulty adding content . . .
I’m going back to my childhood and using two cans on a string . . .
When we lived in San Diego, California Dorothy and I had a hedge dividing our front yards. It was no big deal, we could walk along the sidewalk to get to each other’s house . . . but it was fun to sit in next to the hedge with our two cans on a string and talk back and forth . . . Yes, we were actually talking through the hedge, but having the cans placed as they were, we pretended to have our own private communication system.
We talked about school, the books and comics we’ve read . . . what we had for dinner . . . our favorite foods . . . holidays, vacations, just about everything kids talked about . . .
This got me thinking of this website and what you’re talking about and what interests you the most . . .
And I got thinking of what rules my life . . . grocery shopping and recipes and having something different to eat . . . food is a major big deal in our lives and for special occasions . . .
I thought about how I’ve neglected recipes for quite some time . . . But we gotta eat!!!
But writing out recipes is boring . . . I do have fun with them, but they do take time and I’m not really into it . . . but I’d like to be . . . I’m finding I’m kind of in a rut with my eating and food selection . . . So . . . I’ve had this brainstorm which gets me revamping my website once again . . .
I’ve always wanted to organize my recipes. Have all my S’Mores recipes where I can find them easily . . . and the number of Christmas Cookie recipes I can have for Cookie Exchanges . . . which could take place at any time of year.
And the different types of snack foods . . . We always need snack food . . .
This got me thinking of different categories of food . . .
I’m leaning in this direction . . . but nothing is going to be done until I truly decide what would be best for this website and get some feedback from you.
I do have research to do and much to learn regarding building websites and making them work best.
There are lots of resources available . . . and I’m thinking of trying out a few things for this website and the two other ones I have. And my experimental site will be a domain name I’m not currently using. I’m finding it best to do that than mess up my existing websites.
I do love my Sizzix Big Shot Cutting/Embossing Machine with the Extended Multipurpose Platform.
What I especially like about this machine is that it is portable and it needs no electrical outlet, no batteries and not plugged into an electronic device.
It is completely portable with a hand crank. I can set it on a work surface to do my die cutting and embossing in my craft room, on the patio, in my dining room, anywhere I choose to work.
Portable shape-cutting and embossing roller-style machine.
Create your own greeting cards, invitations, gift bags, boxes, scrapbook pages, home decor items, etc.
Included with the Big Shot are a pair of Standard Cutting Pads and the adjustable Extended Multipurpose Platform
Measures 14-1/4″ x 12-3/8″ x 6-5/8″
I’ve had mine for 2 years and I have absolutely no complaints.
The extended platform comes in handy for larger dies and an assortment of smaller ones to get the die cutting done quickly, easily and efficiently.
This along with my Silhouette Cameo allows me to take my paper crafting to a new level.
Every craftroom should have a Sizzix Big Shot Cutting/Embossing Machine — the Extended Multipurpose Platform is a definite bonus!!
I love mine!! It is wonderful for Crafting, Designing and Cutting.
What I especially like is creating my own images to cut out.
For example, I love gingerbread boys and girls . . . and I wanted to dress them up — overalls and an apron . . . I had a stamp and a punch for the gingerbread kids, but I needed to design my overalls and the apron. I was able to design it, cut it out and make adjustments as necessary to fit on my gingerbread punch outs.
Plus, I could have had the Cameo cut out my gingerbread kids.
I find the Silhouette Cameo easy to use and to create some truly fun projects. I can make templates for boxes and bags and the Cameo will cut them out for me. All I need to do is decorate them and assemble them.
This is truly a time saver for me when I have dozens of cards or boxes to make at one time.
It is a “must have” in every craft room!
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It is worthwhile for you to check out other cutting machines in order to find the one that works best for your needs.
This sixthreezero EVRYjourney Women’s Hybrid Cruiser Bicycle is made for comfort . . . and I’m all about comfort when it comes to riding a bike.
I like making short trips to the store for a few items. Maybe to meet friends for coffee . . . and just to get out and take some pictures.
I like being able to have a comfortable seat and the handlebars where I can sit up and not hunched over. It may not be stylish like for racing, but I’m not racing . . . I’m going for an enjoyable ride around town and picking up a few items or going out to take pictures.
I get some exercise and have an enjoyable ride. I have a rack if I purchase something. I can also carry my camera, a sandwich and water. Yes, I can wear a backpack, but sometimes I like the freedom of not having anything strapped to me.
This is another Roosterfin Game — A card game of war played on treasure islands. For 2 to 4 players ages 7 years and up!
I think this is a really fun game!!
Here’s a video showing you how to play:
What do you think?
I think it’s a winner and will go in my Family Game Night game rotation!!
I almost forgot to give you the game contents:
3 Treasure Islands
60 Playing Cards
30 Tokens
4 Characters
Playing Instructions
As I said earlier, this game is a winner!! I think it’s fun . . . use some math skills . . . maybe some strategy is involved . . . It is definitely a good time for all players.
Here are some others you may enjoy:
I know I’ve reviewed quite a few games, but for spring and summer you may be going on vacation . . . visiting relatives . . . relatives visiting you . . . and the kids are going to want to keep busy . . .
I think playing games as a family is a wonderful thing to do throughout the year . . . and especially on vacation and while visiting or having family visit.
