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Lovely!

My father loved this song and so do I. ✨🌹

I Am a Rock
Song by Simon & Garfunkel

A winter’s day
In a deep and dark December
I am alone
Gazing from my window to the streets below
On a freshly fallen silent shroud of snow
I am a rock I am an island
I’ve built walls
A fortress deep and mighty
That none may penetrate
I have no need of friendship friendship causes pains
It’s laughter and it’s loving I disdain
I am a rock I am an island
Don’t talk of love
Well I’ve heard the word before
It’s sleeping in my memory
I won’t disturb the slumber of feelings that have died
If I never loved I never would have cried
I am a rock I am an island
I have my books
And my poetry to protect me
I am shielded in my armor
Hiding in my room safe within my womb
I touch no one and no one touches me
I am a rock I am an island
And a rock feels no pain
And an island never cries

The Sound of Silence
Song by Disturbed

Hello darkness, my old friend
I’ve come to talk with you again
Because a vision softly creeping
Left its seeds while I was sleeping
And the vision that was planted in my brain
Still remains
Within the sound of silence
In restless dreams, I walked alone
Narrow streets of cobblestone
‘Neath the halo of a street lamp
I turned my collar to the cold and damp
When my eyes were stabbed by the flash of a neon light
That split the night
And touched the sound of silence
And in the naked light, I saw
Ten thousand people, maybe more
People talking without speaking
People hearing without listening
People writing songs that voices never shared
And no one dared
Disturb the sound of silence
“Fools” said I, “You do not know
Silence like a cancer grows
Hear my words that I might teach you
Take my arms that I might reach you”
But my words, like silent raindrops fell
And echoed in the wells of silence
And the people bowed and prayed
To the neon god they made
And the sign flashed out its warning
In the words that it was forming
Then the sign said, “The words on the prophets are written on the subway walls
In tenement halls”
And whispered in the sound of silence

Mrs Robinson
Song by Simon & Garfunkel

And here’s to you, Mrs. Robinson
Jesus loves you more than you will know
Whoa, whoa, whoa
God bless you, please, Mrs. Robinson
Heaven holds a place for those who pray
Hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey
We’d like to know a little bit about you for our files
We’d like to help you learn to help yourself
Look around you, all you see are sympathetic eyes
Stroll around the grounds until you feel at home
And here’s to you, Mrs. Robinson
Jesus loves you more than you will know
Whoa, whoa, whoa
God bless you, please, Mrs. Robinson
Heaven holds a place for those who pray
Hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey
Hide it in a hiding place where no one ever goes
Put it in your pantry with your cupcakes
It’s a little secret, just the Robinson’s affair
Most of all, you’ve got to hide it from the kids
Coo, coo, ca-choo, Mrs. Robinson
Jesus loves you more than you will know
Whoa, whoa, whoa
God bless you, please, Mrs. Robinson
Heaven holds a place for those who pray
Hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey
Sitting on a sofa on a Sunday afternoon
Going to the candidates debate
Laugh about it, shout about it
When you’ve got to choose
Every way you look at this, you lose
Where have you gone, Joe DiMaggio?
Our nation turns its lonely eyes to you
Woo, woo, woo
What’s that you say, Mrs. Robinson?
Joltin’ Joe has left and gone away
Hey, hey, hey
Hey, hey, hey

Bridge Over Troubled Water
Song by Simon & Garfunkel

When you’re weary
Feeling small
When tears are in your eyes
I’ll dry them all
I’m on your side
Oh, when times get rough
And friends just can’t be found
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down
When you’re down and out
When you’re on the street
When evening falls so hard
I will comfort you
I’ll take your part
Oh, when darkness comes
And pain is all around
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will lay me down
Sail on silver girl
Sail on by
Your time has come to shine
All your dreams are on their way
See how they shine
Oh, if you need a friend
I’m sailing right behind
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will ease your mind
Like a bridge over troubled water
I will ease your mind

Scarborough Fair/Canticle
Song by Simon & Garfunkel

Are you going to Scarborough Fair?
Parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme
Remember me to one who lives there
She once was a true love of mine
Tell her to make me a cambric shirt (in the deep forest green)
Parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme
(Tracing of sparrow on snow-crested ground)
Without no seams nor needle work
(Bedclothes the child of the mountain)
Then she’ll be a true love of mine
(Sleeps unaware of the clarion call)
Tell her to find me an acre of land
(A sprinkling of leaves)
Parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme
(Washes the grave with silvery tears)
Between the salt water and the sea strands
(And polishes a gun)
Then she’ll be a true love of mine
Tell her to reap it with a sickle of leather
(Blazing in scarlet battalions)
Parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme
(Generals order their soldiers to kill)
And gather it all in a bunch of heather
(A cause they’ve long ago forgotten)
Then she’ll be a true love of mine
Are you going to Scarborough Fair?
Parsley, sage, rosemary, and thyme
Remember me to one who lives there
She once was a true love of mine

Have a peaceful Tuesday Peeps! ✨✨

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A Hazy Shade of Winter
Song by Simon & Garfunkel

Time, time time, see what’s become of me
While I looked around for my possibilities
I was so hard to please
Don’t look around
The leaves are brown
And the sky is a hazy shade of winter
Hear the Salvation Army band
Down by the riverside’s, there’s bound to be a better ride
Than what you’ve got planned
Carry your cup in your hand
And look around
Leaves are brown, now
And the sky is a hazy shade of winter
Hang on to your hopes, my friend
That’s an easy thing to say
But if your hopes should pass away
Simply pretend that you can build them again
Look around
The grass is high
The fields are ripe
It’s the springtime of my life
Seasons change with the scenery
Weaving time in a tapestry
Won’t you stop and remember me
At any convenient time?
Funny how my memory skips while looking over manuscripts
Of unpublished rhyme
Drinking my vodka and lime
I look around
Leaves are brown, now
And the sky is a hazy shade of winter
Look around
Leaves are brown
There’s a patch of snow on the ground
Look around
Leaves are brown
There’s a patch of snow on the ground
Look around
Leaves are brown
There’s a patch of snow on the ground

Is someone behaving badly. All OK? Sheba, I might be the same.

G by Giuliana ✨✨

Giuliana is also a breast cancer survivor and Leo Girl. 😎

Buon Natale!

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Think about it. ✨🌹

Enjoy! 😎

@loaf,

Good morning in the Rock and Roll City. Loaf you are on my mind and I am wishing you
a great and safe Holiday season. ✨😘 Miss ya. 😘

@defg,

Good afternoon in Maryland when you wake up have a great Tuesday. ✨

@ddshoppy,

Good morning in S. California I so enjoyed reading your post from earlier. 😘
Thank you for letting me know how things are going with you and the family.

I am in the same boat. Hey Happy Holidays to you and I do hope this variant goes
away once and for all. sigh..

Let’s make the best of what we can I do miss my family especially my mother we do
FaceTime so it’s better than nothing. ✨ I get my booster next month.

Sending hugs to you and your family. 😘✨🌹

@xango,

Good afternoon in Florida. ✨😎Oz was in the 20’s this morning I thank god I have warm
coats to walk in the world is beautiful and quiet in the early hours of the day. 😘💕

You guessed it still doing projects but I am taking my sweet time. ✨🌹

Enjoy the day. ✨

@Sheba
Good Evening Sheba, how was your day? That morning walk sounds cold but good. Most likely around the time you were walking, I was getting some zzz’s. Husband leaves for work at 6AM kisses me bye, I toss and turn for a while. Then I fall back to sleep until my eyes open up.
That’s one of my favorite breakfasts, a good cup of coffee I must have, and a couple of slices of Panettone sound fantastic. And in Brazil, they do place a stick of Cinnamon in the pot of coffee.
That is what I will be baking for my close neighbors this Christmas, Panettone. I got the paper molds from Amazon and the crystal fruits.
Thank you for the Cranberry Mimosa recipe yesterday, looks great and very festive.
Enjoy your walks, your fireplace and all the things you do.
Take care Sheba. 🌲🌲🌲🌲

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@oodiebom,

Good afternoon on the Gulf Coast. ✨😘I hope this day finds you and hubby doing well.
I hope you were able to sleep peacefully in your bed. 😜

I did your post from last night Oodie let me know how you are today. I just wish you were
not alone during this time. Thank you for all the tips on the vinegar this is so simple and is
a staple in everyone’s home.

I am on the hunt for more Dragon Fruit I have to grab them when I see them. I love it. 💕✨

Dragon Fruit Pitaya Smoothie

8 ingredients
Produce
1 Avocado, large
7 oz Dragon fruit puree
1 Lemon, large
Condiments
2 tbsp Honey, raw
Baking & Spices
1 tsp Vanilla extract
Nuts & Seeds
2 tsp Chia seeds
Dairy
1/2 cup 2 milk
Other
2 tbsp Bee pollen

Oodie I may try to make this it sounds yummy. 😘

@sheba2011

Guess I fell asleep early last night and awoke around 4 am with vim and vigor. The dishwasher was clean and smelled refreshing. Cleaned the kitchen a bit and need to find a place for the ice maker. I ran out of closet space, and just not sure where I can put it. The Ninja is here. The blender arrived last night around 10 pm by UP”S. The delivery on Saturday was the one we will use on long and short trips. We do have a Coleman frig for the van which works well when we purchase items from Aldi’s and Costco. I have recently seen where there is a frig with freezer combo for the car/van, but for now cost prohibitive. It’s a great idea during the summer months for carrying ice cream and other frozen goodies. For now, I either resort to ice packs or purchase frozen items to keep things real cool. Need I say we also have a refrigerator bag that we fill with ice packs as well.

I did a couple of loads of laundry today. Hubby asked to help so I let him put everything in the dryer. I went out this evening to retrieve the second load that he forgot about and when I opened the dryer lo and behold there seemed to be more items in there that I didn’t count on.
I did two loads of dark clothes. What I found mixed in was the laundry that needed a soaking, The white wash. I just hope the dryer didn’t set the stains in. Yikes!!!!! . This is just one of the examples I am up against. There is a bit of dementia. In a sense he is OK, but at times the little boy comes out wanting to help. He has had to relearn things that we take for granted. It is a gradual process. Thank goodness he has not plateaued. Everyday is a learning experience and some need to be reinforced. But the confidence he feels now repels him to do better. Everyday I receive a thank you for patience, and in the same breath he states “I have saved his life.: It wasn’t me who saved him. It was being at the right place at the right time in Savannah. If the paramedic had not been there working on another patient, who knows what could have happened.

Enough of my going on and on. Weather here is absolutely wonderful. Temps in the mid 70s and sunny skies. Today, as I was sitting on the lanai I happened to look at the clouds. There was a long line going straight down and on either side something that looked like feathers wide opened. If I didn’t know better it looked like a peacock with its wings spread out. The only thing missing were the colors. But the white in blue in the sky was just beautiful. This is one of my outdoor hobbies. Love looking at the sky and the clouds and then trying to decipher what it is I am visualizing. There is so much beauty surrounding us, that it is good to stop and sit back and enjoy life just as it is. Someday we will be able to enjoy it even more. Take care Sheba. Enjoy your walk with Poppy. The evening sky is sometimes more beautiful than the one during the day. Pleasant dreams.

@taci,

Good morning in S. California and may this be a great day to hike. 😘😎✨

Taci you are right after all chores are done I will be watching Heidi Daus. I never know
what I will get I have to see what knocks my socks off. 😜

I have Heidi Daus set very similar in the Siam Red and I will be wearing this all
season. Heidi looks beautiful in this set. 😘😘💕

Enjoy the hike and the view along the way. 🎶

Sheba, I caught some of the shows. Very nice. What do you think of the Lantern Pin?
Hope the week goes well and let me know when your appt’s are over with.

Some of the items ordered for donation arrived tonight and the color is different than what I ordered. Uh oh, so tomorrow I will venture out and try to exchange in person. Instead of light blue its a light purple.
Quiet night here but I did walk with a friend and make my son a hamburger for dinner with lots of veggies.
Oh, that Jake Shake is a dream. OMG looks so good!

@71flowerchild,

Wishing you a great and safe day in Texas. Enjoy the holidays with the fur babies. ✨😜

@shoelady60,

Good day in the ‘burgh as you know Oz is frozen. ✨✨I did see your post from last night
and you were hilarious with your Jake Shake I was looking for images of it and it took a while
to find it but I did I posted it last night and I am going to do it again.

This is to your beautiful boy Jake. ✨😘✨

You go number 59! Blowing a kiss to Jake’s Canvas we all love you Jake. 😘😘

@sheba2011

Wow, Sheba, you are Wonder Woman!!!💥 What a nice surprise. I did see your post from last night early this morning and couldn’t believe it. Favorite milkshake, favorite player (of course, you know why.) I wish I could send you one before it becomes a melted mess. Guentzel is on a roll, has scored in the last 11 games🏒so they are selling a lot of 1/2 off Jake Shakes. In fact, he scored twice last night and my husband asked me if I wanted another today.😲 My Jake would have loved a lick.💗🐾

Got a haircut today and cleaning the house. Our best friends are coming over after we have a late lunch on Thursday. I’m planning on a wine and cheese get together.🍷🧀 Maybe a little apple pie.🥧 Just something small for the holidays.

It’s cold here also for the next few days, might get a little snow tomorrow and maybe near 60 by Saturday. Love all those diet busting treats above; I’ll have one of each with the milkshake!😱

@shoelady60,

I am so pleased you like the shake I would love to have one. 😎✨The way I move I can
work that off in one day who cares it’s for a good cause. ✨😘 In memory of Jake. 💕

Enjoy your friends and have a lovely time you deserve it. I have a couple more appts.
this week then I can settle down a bit.

Let the good times with friends and family start. 😘✨🌹

@sheba2011

All will be well with your appointments. I got the word from mom that the big guy up above has you in his hands.🙌🙏💗 Mom has her direct line straight through to the top.

@kittengirl,

Happy Holidays in California please take care sending kitty hugs. ✨

Your grandson will love this. ✨

The Wisdom of Fear

Anything really worth doing in our lives will always have some fear attached to it.

Anything worth doing will always have some fear attached to it. For example, having a baby, getting married, changing careers — all of these life changes can bring up deep fears. It helps to remember that this type of fear is good. It is your way of questioning whether you really want the new life these changes will bring. It is also a potent reminder that releasing and grieving the past is a necessary part of moving into the new.

Fear has a way of throwing us off balance, making us feel uncertain and insecure, but it is not meant to discourage us. Its purpose is to notify us that we are at the edge of our comfort zone, poised in between the old life and a new one. Whenever we face our fear, we overcome an inner obstacle and move into new and life-enhancing territory, both inside and out. The more we learn to respect and even welcome fear, the more we will be able to hear its wisdom, wisdom that will let us know that the time has come to move forward, or not. While comfort with fear is a contradiction in terms, we can learn to honor our fear, recognizing its arrival, listening to its intelligence, and respecting it as a harbinger of transformation. Indeed, it informs us that the change we are contemplating is significant, enabling us to approach it with the proper reverence.

You might wish to converse with your fear, plumbing its depths for a greater understanding of the change you are making. You could do this by sitting quietly in meditation and listening or by journaling. Writing down whatever comes up — your worries, your sadness, your excitement, your hopes — is a great way to learn about yourself through the vehicle of fear and to remember that fear almost always comes alongside anything worth doing in your life. AMEN!✨✨

Happy Holiday/The Holiday Season
Song by Andy Williams

Happy Holiday (Happy Holiday)
Happy Holiday (Happy Holiday)
While the merry bells keep ringing
Happy Holiday, to you (Happy Holiday, Happy Holiday)
It’s the holiday season
And Santa Claus is coming back
The Christmas snow is white on the ground
When old Santa gets into town
He’ll be coming down the chimney, down (He’ll be coming down the chimney, down)
It’s the holiday season
And Santa Claus has got a toy
For every good girl and good little boy
Santa, he has a great big bundle of joy
When he’s coming down the chimney, down (When he’s be coming down the chimney, down)
He’ll have a big fat pack upon his back (Ooh-Ooh)
And lots of goodies for you and me (Ooh-Ooh)
So leave a peppermint stick for old St. Nick (Ooh-Ooh)
Hanging on the Christmas tree
It’s the holiday season (The holiday season)
With the whoop-de-do and hickory dock
And don’t forget to hang up your sock
‘Cause just exactly at 12 o’clock
He’ll be coming down the chimney (He’ll be coming down the chimney)
He’ll have a big fat pack upon his back (Yeah)
And lots of goodies for you and me (Ooh-Ooh)
So leave a peppermint stick for old St. Nick (Ooh-Ooh)
Hanging on the Christmas tree
It’s the holiday season (The holiday season)
With the whoop-de-do and hickory dock
And don’t forget to hang up your sock
‘Cause just exactly at 12 o’clock
He’ll be coming down the chimney
Coming down the chimney
Coming down the chimney, down
Happy Holiday
(Happy Holiday) Happy Holiday
While the merry bells keep ringing, happy holiday
To you (Ding-Dong, Ding-Dong, Ding-Dong, Ding-Dong)

Have yourself a Merry Little Christmas Heidi Daus from all your Heidi Girls. 😘✨🌹

Girls this my annual Tree Dresses. 😎✨I will repeat this later in the month I just did this
off the top of my head. 😎✨🌹

Thank you and Happy Holidays and New Year to you too.

There is a certain feeling in the air this time of year…-✨✨

Monday is back and we are mixing it with coffee, confidence and courage and one more things KINDNESS!!! 💕 take note only kindness allowed here! ✨✨

Have a safe day Peeps! Happy Monday. ✨✨

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Pentatonix
Mary, Did You Know?”

Mary, did you know that your baby boy would one day walk on water?
Mary, did you know that your baby boy would save our sons and daughters?
Did you know that your baby boy has come to make you new?
This child that you’ve delivered, will soon deliver you.

Mary, did you know that your baby boy will give sight to a blind man?
Mary, did you know that your baby boy will calm the storm with his hand?
Did you know that your baby boy has walked where angels trod?
When you kiss your little baby, you kiss the face of God.

Mary, did you know? Mary, did you know? Mary, did you know?..
Mary, did you know? Mary, did you know? Mary, did you know?..

The blind will see, the deaf will hear, the dead will live again.
The lame will leap, the dumb will speak, the praises of the lamb!

Mary, did you know that your baby boy is Lord of all creation?
Mary, did you know that your baby boy would one day rule the nations?
Did you know that your baby boy is heaven’s perfect Lamb?
That sleeping child you’re holding is the great I am.

Mary, did you know? Mary, did you know? Mary, did you know?..
Mary, did you know?

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@loaf,

Good morning in the Rock and Roll Capital just sending you a Monday shout out to wish
you a very merry season. 😘✨Loaf when time permits let me know how you are doing?
I miss you so much. 😘✨I do hope your husband is doing alright. Blessings to you and the kids.

Oz is below freezing yikes. 😎

@defg,

Have a great week in Maryland and enjoy this beautiful season. ✨

@iamashortdiva,

Good morning in NC wishing you a safe and warm week. 😘😎✨

@ddshoppy,

Good morning in S. Cali and may all your grandchildren have a wonderful holiday. ✨😎
I do hope you can spend a little time with them.

Enjoy! ✨✨

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Hello Sheba..I was just taking a look at all your “work” it’s quite beautiful.touching.and filled with Joy!🎄☃️ We all enjoy the ideas you bring to LIFE!
We visit with our gdaughter here in California but have not traveled to WA state to see our gson and new gdaughter🙁 Everytime we think of taking a certain mode of travel something happens to put us off that? Train.Plane.Drive..so frustrating hearing all the trouble! So very grateful for our vaccines&booster.all moderna.no problems with any..but my daughter and son’s family here in town are not vaccinated.I’m not sure why not..I don’t want to push the subject but they know how we feel.Like you.me.Oodiebom and many others have said..this is our new way of life!I don’t envision a time where I will feel safe without the protocols we have all practiced.We duo with fam that isn’t closeby,that helps .goodnight,keep warm and safe always.Merry Xmas to you&your family🎅🤶 ;^) ddshoppy

@ddshoppy,

Good morning in S. California I feel the same way you do. I want to see my mother and
all my siblings and family in Colorado now the new variant is there.

I am at a loss but come rain or shine I will see my mother. It is so good to see you post.

Happy Holidays and maybe everything will turn out right for us. ✨

@xango,

Good afternoon in the warm Florida. 😎✨Oz is below freezing and I have the heat on.
We have some sun and I will take it. 😘😜

Wishing you a good week and yeah I am still at it with the projects. 😜

This is the drink of the week on HSN with Host Marlo Smith. ✨

Our drink of the week for today’s holiday brunch show is the Cranberry Mimosa.
This festive twist on a classic brunch cocktail combines champagne and cranberry juice for a tasty, fizzy treat!
It’s sure to be a crowd favorite at your next holiday get together.

Ingredients (makes 4):
• 1 lime, halved
• 2 tbsp. sugar
• 1 cup sweetened cranberry juice
• 1 bottle champagne
• Fresh cranberries, for garnish
• Fresh rosemary sprigs, for garnish

Directions:
1. Line the rim of the champagne glass with lime, and dip in sugar.
2. Pour ¼ cup of cranberry juice into each glass, and top with champagne.
3. Garnish with fresh cranberries and rosemary
4. Enjoy!

@Sheba,
Good Afternoon Sheba and how are you? Like you said, lots of projects still afloat. Just don’t over do it 😊.
Its another sunny day here and no rain in sight. The temperature is pleasant.
It seems the days are flying by to fast. Soon we will be celebrating 2022, doesn’t seem real.
Have yourself a great afternoon Sheba and take care.

@oodiebom,

I hope this has been a great special time for you Happy Hanukkah 🌹✨

@oodiebom,

Good afternoon on the Gulf Coast. 😎😘✨I am sending positive energy to your husband
for his PT today. 😎Oodie I am sending you some too. I did try the vinegar and it works. 😎

Oodie we are freezing here in OZ we have some sun and I will take it. ✨ I see the surgeon
and Oncologist this work. My physical is next week. I am almost there as far as these medical
appts. go.

No worries no sugar. 😘😎✨

Hi Oodie, thanks for checking in. My husband’s tests last week were good, no changes from about four years ago, that’s what we were hoping for.

I read about the cruise ship and according to our local paper, all crew and passengers were vaccinated. My sister did a cruise in October out of California and she had to be vaccinated and also have a negative covid test two days before leaving. I would guess all cruise lines are following the same policy. Maybe someone picked it up on one of the islands?? Mom and sis are still on for next February unless something major happens again.

Good luck with your booster and mam. I’m getting the booster this Saturday. I think with this new omicron variant, people are more anxious to get it. There were plenty of appointments in the ‘burgh up until about a week ago. Now they are going fast. Mom is not getting one, sis goes two days after me.

@sheba2011

We are now home from Physical Therapy. I wait in the car and read for an hour or until hubby is done. Our next appointment is Thursday morning. For some reason I like the afternoon slot better. I had all the windows in the van opened and it was absolutely hot. So closed the windows and turned the A/C on. Waited a few seconds and opened a couple of windows to avoid any problems. Hubby was tired following his appointment and I didn’t argue in returning home. We can shop anytime. Today, better to be home.

I didn’t do anything yesterday or the day before so will restart this afternoon. The vinegar in the dishwasher works very well. One cup is all you need and then close the door to the washer and turn it on as if you had dishes inside. Comes out beautiful each and every time. I had the appliance repair people here after the new disposal was installed incorrectly. Had a full standing water situation. Contacted the plumber and he could not figure out what was wrong. To a tune of $100 the appliance repairman figured it out in seconds and it was fixed. Took him five minutes from start to finish. Told me to charge the plumber the $100. However, he was also the one to say use extra strength vinegar at least once per month on the dishwasher. Just so happened I had the extra strength on hand and used a cup. Had the plumber return and he thought I purchased a new dishwasher. Money well spent. Will be using a different plumber from now on.

Going to put my feet up for an hour and then will get started on the kitchen. The cabinet under the sink is calling my name. Of course this leads to other areas as well. Take care and do not overdo anything.

@taci,

Good morning in S. California I am sure this is your spring as you may know OZ is frozen. ✨✨
Taci how are you today?

Wishing you a good week and may you enjoy your hike hey Poppy and I went the short way
today due to the fact it was in the 20’s earlier. I had to wear my 100% percent Wool Coat
and the works so glad I did. 😎✨

I am still doing projects and the heat is on. 😜

Enjoy the Trails and stay safe out there. 🎶🎶

Sheba, my post went poof, not sure why it would time me out. Oz sounds very cold so good you weren’t out too long with Poppy. Does Poppy blend into the white snow? My hike today was also shorter but still hilly. Awaiting some items in the mail that are for a donation. The place I ordered from sent them in 3 or 4 separate mailings. It’s all good though as everything should arrive by Friday and I can then hand them off to person who sorts all the donations. I was so happy because at the last minute i received a 40% off coupon, off the entire purchases. Yay! I also picked up a target gift card for the post person today. It looked a bit sparse, still had items everywhere but not like years past. Son had his last exam today, and my good friend got great news about her sons next phase of education.
Have a great evening. Tomorrow HD! I know you be here. Not sure yet where I will be but will check it out. Ms Heidi certainly wears her jewelry well. That bow set above looks so amazing on her.

@71flowerchild,

Howdy in Texas wishing you and the fur babies a great Holiday Season. ✨✨

@shoelady60,

Good day in the ‘burgh. 😘✨ How are you this afternoon? I am concerned about
your BIL and I pray things are going well for him. 🌹

Oz is very cold I am making home-made stew today I started early and I can smell the
stew my husband will love this when he gets home from work. ✨ I still have Christmas
projects I am working on. 😜Hey hubby watched the game last night what a delight. 😎

I have not heard a word from my siblings and their families all in Colorado. Oops! 🤣

How is your mother doing and I do hope her back is better. 🌹

Tis The Season. 😜😘✨I put a little something extra in there for you and hubby. 😎

@sheba2011

Good afternoon to you my friend. Rain off and on today and it will be colder the next couple days. Saw the end of the game last night and, of course, thought of you. Good win and glad you beat the relatives!😁

You won’t believe what I had yesterday. We have a local company called the Milkshake Factory and whenever a certain hockey player named Jake scores a goal, the next day Jake shakes are half off. He scored on Saturday so my husband stopped and got me one in honor of my Jake. I think it has been at least ten years since I had a milkshake. All of their shakes have about six different ingredients. Jake shake has chocolate with hot fudge, cookies and cream and brownies with a black and gold drizzle of fudge and caramel, topped with whipped cream and a square of chocolate on top – I DRANK THE WHOLE THING!!!😲 That’s enough calories for the week. I am waddling around today.

BIL is stable, doing more testing. He is tolerating dialysis and getting some kind of heart test today or tomorrow. I guess will know more during the week.

Hope you got all your projects done today. Love the dancing gingerbread! Glad for that little extra in the coffee to keep me going today.☕💓

@shoelady60,

I don’t know if you will see this tonight it took some time to find images of the
Jake Shake and it looks so good. 😘😎✨I want one.

The Milk Shake Factory has honored Jake Guentzel with its newest milkshake: Jake’s Shake.

Vanilla ice cream, chocolate, hot fudge and brownies, more fudge, drizzled caramel, whipped cream and a custom-made chocolate No. 59. 😋 Oh I wish we had one here. 😎 OZ is frozen
tonight but I have not had a milk shake in years. Whose counting calories this time of year.

In honor of your beloved Jake. I loved that dog. 😘 I know you feel real good right about
now. Sending hugs to you and Jake Canvas. 😜😘✨Sorry I am so late posting this as it took time to find the right image. ✨✨

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@shoelady60,

Oz is 28 degrees and getting lower stay warm. The heat and fireplaces are on. 😜✨

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@shoelady60

I was just coming over to ask how your BIL was doing. I’m glad he is stable. I am sending you good vibes for his speedy recovery.

The Jake milkshake sounds heavenly. I mean divine. I mean there’s no fat or tons of sugar in it,,, is there????? Oh gee whiz. It’s time to break from watching the weight. It’s that time of year. Anything goes within reason. Don’t feel guilty. When was the last time you had anything that delicious????? What a great way to celebrate Jake & Jake. I’m sure your four legged friend had something to do with this……….hmmmm…….. 🎄🎁🍾

@oodiebom

Agree 100%, this is not the month to count calories. I never have them and it was soooo good.😊 My Jake sent my husband a message and he honored his request. I drank it in his memory (don’t have any other excuses). Sugar and fat? YAAASSS!!!🤣

@kittengirl,

Good morning in California and I pray you and your family have a great holiday season. 😘✨

Staying on Track

In a world where we have routines to get everything done, we rarely have a routine for our spiritual self.

In a world where we have routines for nearly everything — our route to work, our physical fitness regimen, and our weekday schedule — it’s amazing how many people forget to create a routine for meeting their spiritual needs. We run around in an attempt to be at our many appointments on time and meet our many obligations. In our efforts to be as productive as possible, however, our spiritual needs tend to take a backseat. After all, taking care of our spiritual needs doesn’t directly pay the bills or tone our abdominal muscles. We may even wonder who has time to meditate or write in their journal when there are more pressing matters to see to. The truth is that nurturing ourselves spiritually is what gives us the energy and grounding that we need to make sure that our lives stay on track.

How you choose to nurture yourself spiritually is a personal choice. For some people, meditating once a day may be what they need to stay centered. While spending 10-20 minutes with your eyes closed and your brain devoid of thought may seem like a lot of time doing nothing, this state of nothingness actually allows you to stay calm and focused so you can be as productive as possible. Writing in your journal everyday lets you stay in touch with yourself so that you are always tuned in to your feelings. Repeating affirmations for success, happiness, and well-being on a regular basis can help you live with optimism and enthusiasm and create what you want in life.

Having a routine for nurturing your spirit that you do each day lets you feed energy to your soul and can serve you well if your life suddenly takes an unexpected turn into a difficult period. This kind of routine grounds your spirit in your body so that you stay anchored in yourself as you move through each day. Nurturing yourself spiritually allows you to not only stay on track in your life, but it allows for your life to stay on track with what your spirit wants. Amen! ✨✨

Time to get your holiday on. ✨

What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve
Song by Ella Fitzgerald

Maybe it’s much too early in the game
Aah, but I thought I’d ask you just the same
What are you doing New Year’s
New Year’s Eve?
Wonder whose arms will hold you good and tight
When it’s exactly twelve o’clock that night
Welcoming in the New Year
New Year’s Eve
Maybe I’m crazy to suppose
I’d ever be the one you chose
Out of a thousand invitations
You received
Aah, but in case I stand one little chance
Here comes the jackpot question in advance
What are you doing New Year’s
New Year’s Eve?

Brenda Lee
“Rockin’ Around The Christmas Tree”

Rockin’ around the Christmas tree
At the Christmas party hop
Mistletoe hung where you can see
Every couple tries to stop

Rockin’ around the Christmas tree
Let the Christmas spirit ring
Later we’ll have some pumpkin pie
And we’ll do some caroling

You will get a sentimental feeling
When you hear
Voices singing let’s be jolly
Deck the halls with boughs of holly

Rockin’ around the Christmas tree
Have a happy holiday
Everyone dancing merrily
In the new old-fashioned way

You will get a sentimental feeling
When you hear
Voices singing let’s be jolly
Deck the halls with boughs of holly

Rockin’ around the Christmas tree
Have a happy holiday
Everyone dancing merrily
In the new old fashioned way

Sunrise, Sunset
Song Fiddler On The Roof

Is this the little girl I carried?
Is this the little boy at play?
I don’t remember growing older
When did they?
When did she get to be a beauty?
When did he grow to be so tall?
Wasn’t it yesterday
When they were small?
Sunrise, sunset
Sunrise, sunset
Swiftly flow by the days
Seedlings turn overnight to sunflowers
Blossoming even as we gaze
Sunrise, sunset
Sunrise, sunset
Swiftly fly by the years
One season following another
Laden with happiness and tears
What words of wisdom can I give them?
How can I help to ease their way?
Now they must learn from one another
Day by day
They look so natural together
Just like two newlyweds should be
Is there a canopy in store for me?
Sunrise, sunset
Sunrise, sunset
Swiftly flow by the days
Seedlings turn overnight to sunflowers
Blossoming even as we gaze
Sunrise, sunset
Sunrise, sunset
Swiftly fly by the years
One season following another
Laden with happiness and tears

The Little Thief in the Pantry
by Anonymous

A Little Thief in the Pantry is in the collection A Christmas Hamper: A Volume of Pictures and Stories for Little Folks, published in 1889 by T. Nelson and Sons by various unattributed authors. It’s a lesson about perspective, and a little girl’s compassion for a mouse who learns the difference between stealing and giving. Most importantly, obey your mother!

“MOTHER dear,” said a little mouse one day, “I think the people in our house must be very kind; don’t you? They leave such nice things for us in the larder.”

There was a twinkle in the mother’s eye as she replied,—

“Well, my child, no doubt they are very well in their way, but I don’t think they are quite as fond of us as you seem to think. Now remember, Greywhiskers, I have absolutely forbidden you to put your nose above the ground unless I am with you, for kind as the people are, I shouldn’t be at all surprised if they tried to catch you.”

Greywhiskers twitched his tail with scorn; he was quite sure he knew how to take care of himself, and he didn’t mean to trot meekly after his mother’s tail all his life. So as soon as she had curled herself up for an afternoon nap he stole away, and scampered across the pantry shelves.

Ah! here was something particularly good to-day. A large iced cake stood far back upon the shelf, and Greywhiskers licked his lips as he sniffed it. Across the top of the cake there were words written in pink sugar; but as Greywhiskers could not read, he did not know that he was nibbling at little Miss Ethel’s birthday cake. But he did feel a little guilty when he heard his mother calling. Off he ran, and was back in the nest again by the time his mother had finished rubbing her eyes after her nap.

She took Greywhiskers up to the pantry then, and when she saw the hole in the cake she seemed a little annoyed.

“Some mouse has evidently been here before us,” she said, but of course she never guessed that it was her own little son.

The next day the naughty little mouse again popped up to the pantry when his mother was asleep; but at first he could find nothing at all to eat, though there was a most delicious smell of toasted cheese.

Presently he found a dear little wooden house, and there hung the cheese, just inside it.

In ran Greywhiskers, but, oh! “click” went the little wooden house, and mousie was caught fast in a trap.

When the morning came, the cook, who had set the trap, lifted it from the shelf, and then called a pretty little girl to come and see the thief who had eaten her cake.

“What are you going to do with him?” asked Ethel.

“Why, drown him, my dear, to be sure.”

The tears came into the little girl’s pretty blue eyes.

“You didn’t know it was stealing, did you, mousie dear?” she said.

“No,” squeaked Greywhiskers sadly; “indeed I didn’t.”

Cook’s back was turned for a moment, and in that moment tender-hearted little Ethel lifted the lid of the trap, and out popped mousie.

Oh! how quickly he ran home to his mother, and how she comforted and petted him until he began to forget his fright; and then she made him promise never to disobey her again, and you may be sure he never did.

Hello 🍁 Sunday… take it slow, BREATHE and take some time to reflect on all that is good in your life today 🍂🍁💫✨✨

Have a safe Sunday Peeps! ✨✨😎

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Kansas lost Senator Bob Dole he passed in his sleep at the age of 98 years old.

RIP and thank you for your service to Kansas and the Country. ✨✨

Prayers of comfort to your family. 🌹

Happy Holidays. ✨✨

@loaf,

Happy Holidays to you and your family. ✨✨ I hope it is a good season for you.

@iamashortdiva,

Happy Holidays Diva to you in NC. Stay safe and enjoy the season. 😘✨

@defg,

Happy Holidays and may this season be a great one for you and your family. Stay
safe and warm in Maryland. ✨

@xango,

Good afternoon in Florida. I hope you did not overdo projects like I did yesterday. 😜

Sometimes we just want to get it done. I still have things to do today but will take my
sweet time. ✨I do feel better I took a nice long Korres Shower and Korres has the HSN TS.😘😎

I am a skin girl I use Beekman, Skinn and Perlier also among others. Korres in stocked in my
bathroom like a beautiful boutique. 💕

Well here is to a good day and to baking. 😜😘

@Sheba
Good Afternoon Sheba, I hope you are feeling better today from all that work yesterday.
I think I over worked my hubby that is up and down the latter.
I too enjoyed a nice warm shower with my Perlier to relax the muscles. The hip is another thing, lately it has been giving lots of pain.
It’s a nice day today, full of sunshine, puffy clouds and no humidity.
Enjoy your Sunday Sheba, take care.

@oodiebom,

Good afternoon on the Gulf Coast. 😘😎I did read your post from last night.
Oodie your hands are full that is for sure. How are you and your husband today?

I hope you are putting your Ninja to good use and your husband is enjoying
your treats. Oodie do you use bottled water? I ask that to see if your husband
can drink from a small bottle and you can keep track of how much he drinks.

I was super busy yesterday and looks like I will be again today I know one step at a time. ✨✨
Oodie I did leave a response to your post from last night.

Oodie I hope the image above reminds you of your homes in the North. 😎😘✨

@sheba2011

I didn”t realize just how tired my body was until this weekend. I certainly made up for all those hours of no sleep. No work has been accomplished as yet. Well, if you call putting a square of something into the washing machine and then turning the knob to clean, guess that’s something.

Since we both ate a late breakfast that was past lunch time, I surmise either a salmon or tuna salad will be dinner.

I was about to return my 10″ Kindle to Amazon when I decided to work on it. Had a nice chat with their customer service department last week. I could not get past the ads. I kept seeing a calculator that didn’t add, subtract, multiply or divide. All you could do was punch a number and then hit the X. Even the customer service techs could not figure out what to do. A return label was sent to my e-mail. Everything was in the box. Even made a copy of the return label after working on the printer for most of yesterday. Affixed the label to the box and afterwards I had a change of heart. After fiddling with it for a few minutes I was able to get it back to factory. Went through all the hoops and whistles, and it is working fine. Even the battery is alive and well. Go figure. Last night I had no sound. Today, the sound is purrrrfect. Guess it is a keeper for now.

Hubby’s physical therapy is tomorrow afternoon. He is not to happy. But, it is helping. Though he still uses a cane when walking a distance, his gait is better and he claims that the pain in his knee is feeling better. His mind seems to be clearer as well. I am praying that this will continue and not be for a short duration. I can honestly say I am enjoying the improvements. And, as of yesterday, he is drinking more fluids. More trips to the “library,” where I left a few magazines.

Will check on the washing machine. Next is the dishwasher. By the way, for the dishwasher is use the extra strength vinegar which you can purchase from Dollar Tree. I throw a cup into the dishwasher and then put it through it’s regular wash as if the dishes were inside. Takes a while, but the clean smell makes it all worthwhile and the machine looks brand new.

Me thinks that it is time to earn my keep. Have a great day. It is gorgeous in Florida. Temp in the 70s and no humidity. Too cool for a swim, but great for walking on the sand and sticking your toes in the Gulf. Got up too late to enjoy this. See what time we finish tomorrow and how hubby feels following the therapy. Don’t overdo anything. Tomorrow is another day.

@oodiebom,

Good evening there on the Gulf Coast. ✨ I am so glad you are doing well.

I went and brought a few things at target to donate for children. ✨

This is some tea to enjoy this evening. 😘

Happy Hanukah. 🌹

@oodiebom
Good Afternoon Oodiebom, how are you and your husband doing today? I am glad your husband is eating better. How is the Ninja, coming up with all kinds of ideas?
Odie, I admire your courage, you are so strong. I know sometimes all we can do is place one foot in front of the other and move forward. You do so much, always have a full plate.

I hope 2022 brings the change for the better many Psychics are saying. I hope you get a bit of that change and have an easier year, more relaxed and not so much going on. We all need a year with some change for the better. A stronger year of good vibes.

Have a great week Oodie, and take care.

@taci,

Good morning in S. California. 😘✨How are you today Taci? Oz is alright we are in the
50’s right now. I plan to still do projects. 😜

Enjoy the season and I hope you have a great hike I love how in just minutes you can drive
anywhere in your area and come upon something different and beautiful. 😘

Happy Holidays. 😘✨

@71flowerchild,

Howdy in Texas enjoy the season with your family. I would like to know how you are doing.
Drop in when you can. ✨😘Give Jewell and Little D a nice Oz pet. 😘✨

@shoelady60,

Good afternoon in the beautiful ‘burgh. 😘✨How are you and hubby today?
Prayers are being said for your BIL. 🌹

How is your mother feeling today. Lady she has more energy and zest for life than
anyone I know at any age. 😎🌹Go Mom. ✨

I hope this day finds you doing well. 😘✨

@shoelady60,

Good evening oh my your team won and it does not matter one bit by how many points.
This is krunch time. 😜😎My entire family lives in Colorado so tonight will not be easy one
way or another all I can say get up off of Patrick Mahomes assets. 😜😎

Hubby is watching the game I had to leave you would think a former cheerleader could
stand the pressure I can but with the Broncos that is family. I shall cheer my team on. 😎

Salud! ✨

@shoelady60

Good evening to you. It is absolutely gorgeous in Florida. Temps are in the 70s and no humidity. You and yours may consider a mini vacation away from the doldrums of the cold and snow. Just a thought.

I know your mom and sis are planning a cruise in a few months. I am not going to say to cancel, but to keep an eye on the existing ones. Living in Florida, even during the winter months, has it’s perks and one of them is cruising. However, I just read the news where the Norwegian Cruise Lines are about to reach Louisiana with 10 people on board with Covid. I imagine the other thousand or so passengers will have to quarantine upon arrival. I do not know if they were vaccinated prior to the trip. As far as I can ascertain, the cruise line took every precaution possible. All passengers had to wear their masks while aboard, kept their hands washed and were six feet from the people behind them, in front and to the side. I know your mom is the spunky one, so just keep an eye out, especially with the new variation, Omnicom?

Also, I will be getting the booster. Will do this prior to the mam. Though our physician doesn’t think there will be a problem because it is a lower dosage, I will wait the 4-12 weeks in between.
If I can get an earlier appointment, then will do the opposite.

Hope your husband’s tests came back OK. Take care.

@kittengirl,

Good Morning in California and I am praying all is well with your family. 🌹
Sending Kitty Hugs. 😘

We Are All Connected

Being aware of the connection between all things can help you in terms of the broader effect you may be creating.

There are times when we may feel disconnected from the world. Our actions can seem like they are of no major consequence, and we may feel like we exist in our own vacuum. Yet, the truth is that our simplest thought or action — the decisions we make each day, and how we see and relate to the world — can be incredibly significant and have a profound impact on the lives of those around us, as well as the world at large. The earth and everything on it is bound by an invisible connection between people, animals, plants, the air, the water, and the soil. Insignificant actions on your part, whether positive or negative, can have an impact on people and the environment that seem entirely separate from your personal realm of existence. Staying conscious of the interconnection between all things can help you think of your choices and your life in terms of the broader effect you may be creating.

Think of buying a wooden stool. The wood was once part of a tree which is part of a forest. A person was paid to fell the tree, another to cut the wood, and yet another to build the stool. Their income may have had a positive effect on their families, just as the loss of the tree may have had a negative impact on the forest or the animals that made that tree their home. An encouraging word to a young child about their special talent can influence this person to develop their gift so that one day their inventions can change the lives of millions. A poem written “merely” to express oneself can make a stranger reading it online from thousands of miles away feel less alone because there is someone else out there who feels exactly the way they do.

Staying conscious of your connection to all things can help you think of your choices in terms of their impact. We are powerful enough that what we do and say can reverberate through the lives of people we may never meet. Understanding that you are intimately connected with all things and understanding your power to affect our world can be the first step on the road to living more consciously. 😘✨✨