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Wedding Belles
The exciting news since my last post is that Charlotte and I are heading out of town this coming weekend to attend a small wedding. The not-so-thrilling news is that having overindulged at Flora Mouse’s recent cheese party extravaganza, we … Continue reading
Posted in Charlotte Fashions
Tagged Aaron Mouse, blackie, cats, charlotte, costumes, daisy mouse, diets, fashion, flora mouse, food, Giselle, hats, max, wedding
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Midsummer Night’s Dream for Hannah
I mean, I must be dreaming, right? How else could my niece be a sweet baby one minute, a darling girl the next, and then suddenly, a newly minted 20 year old—in college, with a job, a driver’s license, and … Continue reading
Posted in Birthdays
Tagged blackie, Carol, cats, celebration, charlotte, fairies, flora mouse, Gary, Grinnell College. Carol, Hannah, magic, mice, Midsummers Night Dream, Titania
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Priscilla Doodle Party
Today marks the third year that we’re having Mom’s birthday without her, Priscilla having passed away in May of 2010. But even though I still miss her terribly, it feels like a happy day to me—a chance to celebrate and … Continue reading
Happy Fourth of July!
Today we celebrate our Declaration of Independence, and the magnificent and profound achievement it represents. So here’s to the wisdom, patience, and perseverance that got the job done! And here’s to all of you! Charlotte and crew join me in … Continue reading
Posted in Holidays
Tagged 1776, Aaron Mouse, anniversary, blackie, celebration, charlotte, Declaration of Independence, fireworks, Fourth of July, July 4th
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Moving Sale
No, not my moving sale (thank God!)—but that of my dear friend Vicki, who, along with Ridley the wonder dog and the rest of her household, is about to make a big, glorious move from CO to CA. Our Charlotte … Continue reading
Posted in Ridley
Tagged Aaron Mouse, cats, charlotte, Denver, Fourth of July, garage sale, Katy Perry, Lady Gaga, mice, moving sale, Ridley, summer, Vicki
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Heat Wave
Well, Friday wasn’t so bad, but Thursday we had a heat index of 110 degrees out here in Chicagoland. Whew! Here’s a “tidied up” version of Dad’s breakfast table doodle from yesterday showing Miss Charlotte cooling off in the sprinkler—a … Continue reading
Posted in Summer
Tagged blackie, Blown Covers Contest, cats, charlotte, daisy mouse, Giselle, gnome, heat wave, sprinkler, summer fun, sunshine, swimsuit
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Cover Girls by Gayle
Gayle Kabaker, Illustrator, Superstar Today’s post opens with a shout-out to my good (& wonderfully talented) friend Gayle Kabaker, whose beautiful illustration of two brides graces the June 25th issue of The New Yorker, on newsstands now. Again, congratulations, Gayle—no … Continue reading
Daddy’s Little Girl
Dad has been having a bit of an extended Father’s Day celebration this year, starting on Friday, when Blackie spearheaded a scheme to treat him to a special meal “out” that night. $14 may not sound like a lot to … Continue reading
Posted in Dad
Tagged Aaron Mouse, blackie, Carol, cats, celebration, charlotte, daisy mouse, dining out, Fathers Day, Giselle, James Tuttle, mice, restaurants
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Not The New Yorker
As promised in Wednesday’s post, here is Aaron Mouse’s drawing of Charlotte, modeling for a pretend New Yorker cover. —Not the New Yorker? Heck, this image isn’t even an official Blown Covers Contest submission! —Somehow, in between all the hustle … Continue reading
Posted in Artistic Endeavors
Tagged Aaron Mouse, beach, Blown Covers Contest, charlotte, daisy mouse, illustration, Jean Tuttle Studio, summer, The New Yorker, vacation
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Beauty & the Beach
Today, our resident artist mouse, Aaron, is sharpening his pencils and getting ready to draw the lovely Charlotte for this week’s beach-themed Blown Cover Contest. Aaron has promised to be on his best behavior, and to make her look glamorous— versus … Continue reading