Monday Stuff On the way to Other Stuff: Meltdown

     The nice thing about Colorado is that we have these horrendous snowstorms -- and within a few days, they're melting off -- fast. Although the woodpile and trees still show a good amount of white stuff, our deck and driveway are fairly dry. I used to plant spinach on St. Patrick's Day in Castle Rock (6250 ft elevation). However, if I did it here (8600 ft.), I would have had to shovel snow off the planting beds. Guess that needs to wait for a week or two.

     It may be sunny during the day, but is still cold after sunset. Time for another log on the fire.

Meanwhile:

The secret to the 'castle' formation in Castle Rock, Colorado -- opal and chalcedony!

A Roman bust emerges during a construction project in Great Britain...where did it come from, and why? (Theories are included.)

Joann's has filed for bankruptcy... sewers everywhere are mourning. (Fortunately, the stores are still open.)

'we bought a 1700's home with lots of charm...and maybe a ghost.'

Grandma's secret for great lasagna was... cinnamon and sugar? Yes, according to this foodie. (From thekitchn) 

The Brooklyn Museum is selling off four of its 'period' rooms -- including antique furniture. They say they need the room for 'new collections.'  Hmmm...

Five different ways to commit art fraud.  I'm not sure I'd brag about this, but...at least it's a warning what to look for.

Look into this class action settlement for walmart customers -- if you shop there, you should be eligible!

Absentmindedness. Sheer absentmindedness. I'm sure that's it...

Or just plain forgetful. Yeah, that's the ticket.

The 'unsolvable' Harry winston diamond heists...the mastermind behind them may still be a free man.

"Ten ways to add joy to your life, even when you don't have a penny to spare." I know I've mentioned this post from The Prudent Homemaker before, but it's so important.

Stuffed 'carrot' crescent rolls for Easter? (No, carrots are not in the stuffing.)

Robert Downey Jr. pays tribute to his wife's help while at the Oscars. I'll bet she was thrilled.

Dozens of outstanding 'parent hacks' -- that work for us child-free people, too.

A nice Irish coffee recipe. 

"All the posts since the beginning of time" -- from a great FIRE blogger, Mr. Money Mustache.

Another black eye for Harvard -- its Professor of Honesty apparently cheated on her research. And Harvard admits it. Ouch.

Have a good week.