Wednesday, November 27, 2013

A Nancy Drew Birthday

Brooklyn wanted a Nancy Drew birthday party for her 12th.  Her talented mom wrote a mystery for the girls to solve (The Mystery of the Baroque Brooch) and made the party so special.
                           Each girl was issued an "official" detective's badge...
                     The scene was set, notes were taken, strategies devised...
                                        Treats were waiting...
                                        Happy smiles, lots of giggles...
                              The next day, the family gathered to continue the celebration!

Octoberfest!

After my long-term sub was over, we took a little jaunt to  Leavenworth, Washington...it is a faux Bavarian town...famous for its revamped architecture, ambience, FOOD, and fun! 
                                          The view from our condo balcony...
                                          On 8th Street!
                                          The river walk was a great way to start our day...and the Nutcracker Museum was a "must-see"...thousands and thousands of nutcrackers...all sizes and shapes!