Photos of the Week: November 30

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“Success is not a doorway. It’s a staircase.” – Dottie Walters

We were moving things around in our house and had to temporarily remove a couple of doors. Which gave me a great opportunity to talk about the origin of the phrase “coming unhinged.” And to show how to put things back on their hinges.

Taking turns

Interesting things seen in the neighborhood

Making friends at home; and at one of our favorite winter rainy day places — the viewing room at the dump.

Getting ready for Christmas and our Thanksgiving Day outfits. I just want to say — Mr. D did his ALL by himself. Including tying the pair of gold Converse shoes.

We woke up one morning and discovered a car parked directly across our driveway. The kids were so excited to investigate – which really was going around and talking with all our favorite neighbors. When someone suggested that it might be stolen and noticed that the driver side door was jimmied, we tested the door and it was unlocked.

Miss O and Mr D wrote down all the clues and we reported it — and then about 15 minutes later, we looked out and the car was gone! Impaired driver? Stolen car? Still not sure…but boy did they have fun with the mystery! And talking to all the neighbors who were amused by the enthusiasm.

The heart of the week (a potato chip) and the sign of the week. It may be the last day of the month, but I think this “No” vember sign could still apply to all our holiday interactions and beyond.

60 thoughts on “Photos of the Week: November 30”

  3. what a lovely mix, and my fave is the car mystery, and I was always creating and trying to solve mysteries in my neighborhood growing up, and even had a detective club with my sisters and friend. great that mr. d learned to tie his own shoes, the world is now his oyster. p.s. love the heart chip, I adore finding hearts in unexpected places.

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  6. I am with Beth, as a kid, mysteries abound. When we grow up we let mysteries become fears and worry. It is better to curious and full of wonder. I love the sign, learning to say NO is a good thing, we need to focus on positive things and possibilities, instead of road blocks and things which bring us down. It is the last day of November or Movember as I’ve been growing a mustache to raise awareness to men’s health. I am going to make the day count! I know you three will, too.

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    1. Oh my goodness, Clay. Your comment about mystery turning to fear and worry has so much truth to it. Yes! Here’s to making the day count! Thanks for the comment!

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  7. We had a legit stolen car end up in our driveway when we lived in Vancouver, WA. Had to call the cops and everything. I was annoyed because I had to call in late to work – couldn’t get my car out of the garage. At least your kids were more in awe than aww!

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    1. Yes, it would be annoying if you had to go somewhere! I can’t believe people park stolen cars in and across driveways but I suppose if you are stealing cars, that kind of consideration isn’t probably what you are focusing on.

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  9. Be still my heart…can this week be my new favorite weekly roundup? The kids look so grown up and they’re taking in all the good Wynne-Wisdom…including making the most of the ‘unhinged’ moment. Love it. And at the risk of repeating what Dave said, I second his thought about Mr. D’s outfit. He’s grooving and vibing and I dig it. Much love to all! 🥰

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  12. Very impressed by D’s getting dress up so nicely and especially his shoe tying! That’s next level stuff! Hilarious about the car. I wonder how long they’ll be saying, “Remember when that car was parked in front of our driveway? I’ll bet it was stolen,” in a super serious tone.

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    1. “Next level stuff” – you nailed it, my friend! And I’m chuckling about the super serious stolen car tone — you nailed that one too! Hope you had a great Thanksgiving, dear Betsy!

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  16. What an interesting mystery. I am glad you were all safe, and no surprises awaited when you tried the handle. Love the gas station sign, and interesting neighborhood findings. Thanks for sharing.  

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  17. Lovely photos! I believe my son once wore a tie with shirt that didn’t have a collar when he was around Mr. D’s age. Cute. Both kids looked great! Seeing your tree makes me want to get ours up pronto! Happy belated Thanksgiving.

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  18. Im with everyone else. I loved everything … the little library, the Thanksgiving outfits. I cant believe how much Mr D has grown. I also loved the car mystery and the No vember sign … speaks so much to me.
    Hope you had a good Thanksgiving weekend x

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  19. Miss O is growing like a weed, and I see that she’s already adopting the fashion philosophy of young women everywhere. “Style before warmth”. (I love your shoes, Miss O!) And go Mr D! (I love your shoes, too.) It’s a lovely Christmas photo of them, Wynne. Can you believe it’s already that time of year again?

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    1. Thank you, Susan! To be fair, I was in short sleeves too because all the cooking and people makes the house (especially the kitchen) so warm! But you’re right – she’s trending that way. 🙂 Happy December!

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  21. Your kids look so sharp and cute in their holiday outfits. Those gold Converse also rock! Way to go for figuring out laces too. We haven’t even tried on our end! 😆

    The mystery of the car must’ve been a lot of fun. It’ll be curious to see if your report will ever be followed up on!

    And I love the message about coming unhinged and how to repair those moments. Always a valuable life lesson behind every door, so to speak!

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  22. What a great and interesting week Wynne. The car is a real mystery. And I love the rainy day favoured place. Too funny. Love all the little neighborhood places. The sign of the week takes the cake. December is a good time to keep the sentiment going. 🚫😁

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    1. Oh yes — there’s that. That’s got to be the most expensive gas in the state – I never get gas there no matter how much I like the sign. But it’s pretty expensive in Seattle overall because of the gas taxes that hopefully they are using wisely to curtail emissions. 🙂 Hope you had a happy Thanksgiving, David!

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  27. Your kids are growing so fast. I miss a few weeks and it really is shocking. And I love the hinged, unhinged concepts in life, especially things that hinge on each other like peace and love, virtues and truth, laughter and family…so good. Hugs, C

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