A new decade; an "old" tradition.

Nothing says New Year's like cookie decorating!

Gearing up for New Year's traditions!

What they think about our bet.

This year, they've taken to attacking the ornament poster, but are largely ignoring the ornaments themselves. This makes for a number of disappointed gamblers, but a much lower maintenance Christmas tree experience. 

Feline police enforce today's exertion ban.

A feast at a post-Christmas fest.

The Christmas hangover in full swing.

Merry Christmas morning from the Hopkins!

Some family magic on Christmas Eve.

The best neighbors bring the cheer!

Cheers to the classiest, sassiest Christmas.

'Tis the season for holiday begging.

We're getting serious with holiday celebrations.

(They're here!!)

Cat bed? Dog? (We lose track).

Beautiful day to replace a roof!

(In the process of) classing up the neighborhood. (!!!)

Snow day responsibilities taken very seriously.

Hunkering in for another snow day!

A (momentous) meeting of the minds.

Out from California; in for it all.

Pierogi night...another year...another success!

Not home grown, but hard won.

Thanks, Artistry by Erin Rachel!

Dr. John Gallen reports for duty.

Sleep in heavenly (mid-week grind) peace.

Idle hands (paws)...the devil's playthings.

The weather's frightful. (Express disapproval appropriately).

Kathy's newest piece, premiered for all!

When your birthday extends all week.

Ours are ready; our first arrived!

Walking in this weather's real work.

When "warming up" proves itself relative.

Suddenly feeling all the winter feels.

Happily basking in that birthday-cake-for-breakfast glow.

A first snow on December's first.

Bringing the beautiful tree baby home.

Cheers to today's rest and relaxation.

Gravy from a wine decanter? Please!

From our family to yours, Happy non-traditional Thanksgiving!

When you take hydration very seriously.

Working from home means co-worker cuddles.

Voilà! Windows, plants protected (felines fended).

Sunburst Shutters made our beautiful custom shutters, and we DIY'd the shelves and the planters. 

We are some happy Hopkins.

Basking in the post-holiday togetherness glow.

When Friendsgiving's all about finger foods.

Clearly, DIY is a team sport.

Holiday party vibes are sneaking in!

When your project gets slightly delayed.

The project continues...slowly but surely...

DIY Part II...Please stay tuned!

A little DIY up in here.

To be continued...

Distinguished...Well-respected...Disparaged by the president.

...Followed by a standing ovation.