Soup of the Day

Silver pots brimming with all sorts of soups are a frequent fare in the Main House kitchen.

Mayor Asher Ply Wood's famous car soup is a favorite of all residents. Experimenting with new recipes is something enjoyed by all. Autumn Fern's dinosaurs recently feasted on a very special soup - man.

Sweet Melody

Meet the latest citizen of Acorn Hill - Sweet Melody Fishes.

Jumping, chewing, running, snuggling and drinking water are some of her favorite things to do. Melody Fishes is part lab and part English pointer. She is chocolate. Who doesn't like chocolate?

Fishes brings a lot of excitement to Acorn Hill. Queen Esther Hunts and all of the citizens have received her well. "She is making me a better person," said Sarah Daffodil.

Dulcimer means "sweet melody."

Of Sleepers and Snuggies

Last week Mayor Asher Ply Wood was forced to retire his sleeper. The holes in the toe made the decision final.

With overflowing joy the mayor recieved his light blue sleeper from Michigan over a year ago. He spent many cozy nights wearing it. "He did get a lot of use out of it. It's just too small now," Main House First Lady Mom said with a hint of sadness.

Since it is a beloved sleeper, Mom will cut it up in some way to make it a work of art in a way of preserving it.

On a brighter note, Sarah Daffodil enjoys her Snuggie that she got for Christmas. You will see it wrapped around her when she watches a movie. Autumn Fern wants one too. She makes due with a favorite blanket.

Boring Bread No More

One book has the potential to dramatically change a life. There is not a lot of drama attached to Main House First Lady Mom's new bread book, but it has helped to improve sandwiches and meals at the Main House.

About five years ago Mom got stocked up with wheat and got a new wheat grinder. Her adventure in bread making began. She diligently made bread as needed. Residents thought it was good bread, but it was not until recently when she ventured to try new recipes and techniques that added interest.

"A friend recommended The Laurel's Kitchen Bread Book. It is very detailed, making it as if I was holding someone's hand while learning," said Mom, "I'm thankful for little things like better bread that improve the quality of life."