Sorry I've been away for so long!  Mom and I have started a new venture...owning a floral and gift shop!  So, needless to say, I have been busy, busy, busy.  New love...flowers.  OMG, who knew fresh flowers could put a smile on your face just by smelling them or a bit of whimsy in your step just by carrying them.  LOVE.  I'll be posting more often...my apologies for such a long dry spell (no pun intended IL and IA).