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@Sheba
Hello Sheba, how are you and Poppy up to this afternoon? You are multitasking today, that always keeps one very busy.
Thank you for the beautiful flowers, as I looked out my front window I noticed one of the Hibiscus tree is has two flowers and several buds. The other has lots of buds too. We are having very cold days, I was surprised I am hoping they don’t fall off.
It’s a rainy, cold day today, and tomorrow also. On Friday, I have an appointment in Orlando and its suppose to be raining here. If time permits I want to make a stop at Seabra foods.
Right now I have a pot of soup on the stove, I love soups. I always have to have it, specially in the winter, it makes to house smell delicious.
Take care Sheba and stay warm and safe.

@sheba2011

You are right, can’t get that game out of my head.🤪 The mayor of KC is also getting BBQ🐖 from the mayor of the ‘burgh since KC beat the Steelers two weeks ago. I think he also wore a KC shirt yesterday or today. Caught a glimpse on the news.

We got more snow yesterday and it is getting way cold next couple days, low around -2.❄🥶 I don’t think we’ve been above freezing in two weeks. More snow Thursday night into Friday but we should miss the storm on the east coast this weekend. Spring can’t come too soon.😎

@sheba2011

Hi. Worked on the inside of the car this afternoon. Tomorrow is the day for the long drive to do the six month checkup and to get rid of the warning signs in the car. Looking forward to the ride home so we can stop at Costco, Farmer’s Market and Trader Joe. We also bypass Aldi’s but that will depend upon the traffic since a left turn is needed.

Yes, I cleaned the car out. Hubby got cold feet and ran inside (well, casually walked). Yes, it is cold out and damp as well. We are getting some much needed rain. I surmise the weather tomorrow will be a tad warmer and the sun will be out. I am still waiting for a call from the cardiologist that is recommended by our physician. As I said previously, once we are able to return North will take a ride into Boston for a specialist. That will be a priority.

The new pegs for the shelf arrived today. And the shelf has been installed, but may have to tread carefully. I am thinking of putting the lightweight towels and face cloths on that shelf and the bath towels on the lower. I have a feeling that the top shelf may not be that secured, but at least it’s in and not lopsided. I was able to stay within the 5mm peg, however, this one is wider and does seem to look OK.

Yes, the heat is on. May push it up a bit so I can take a shower without freezing. Need to wash the hair as well. Looking forward to tomorrow, but not looking to getting up at the crack of dawn. YIKES !!!!! On the QT, we also bypass Homegoods. Have not been in that store in over a year and yes, I really need a fix. But, it will take me at least an hour or so to go through everything so will put it off AGAIN, and maybe it is just as well. I didn’t know I had willpower.

Again, thank you for the flowers yesterday. I think I will pick up a bouquet at Traders.

@xango,

Good afternoon in Florida I do hope you are warm and toasty. ✨ Enjoy whatever comfort
food you desire. 😜I am multi-tasking today. OZ is around 20 degrees and I have the heat on.
Tis the season to be cold. 😎

Being in Florida you can have these beautiful flowers. 💕💕

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@kittengirl,

Good morning in California wishing you a safe day for you and your family.
Kitten be well. ✨✨

Thinking of you. ✨

@shoelady60,

Good day in the beautiful ‘burgh. ✨😘 I am still thinking about the game and 13 seconds. 😜
Guess what so is everyone else. Our Governor of Kansas Laura Kelly is getting BBQ from the
Team and the Mayor of Kansas City is getting BBQ also that is for winning the game. We are
a twin State if you are wondering why it’s like that. 🌹

Here is to a good day I saw some really concerning weather in your State on the weather
channel. Everyone is getting some of this cold. YIKES!

Stay warm and toasty. 😘🌹✨

@taci,

Good morning in S. California I hope your husband love your blue berry muffins. 😘✨

OZ is cold but I am going for a nice walk this afternoon.

Taci you are right there in S. Cali and I hope you see these or any flowers along
the trails. Happy Trails To You. 🎶🎶

@oodiebom,

Good day on the Gulf Coast. ✨✨Oodie I did read your post from last night and you
have a lot going on. I do hope your husband items can be found and soon. ✨

Hang in there how is your weather today? OZ is flat out cold we are around 20 degrees
now. Welcome winter. 😜

Oodie I just thought of something you could never be a couch potato with you owning
three homes and going on cruises and trips when do you have time to sleep? ✨

I hope your cabinet comes together perfectly. ✨

defg,

I hope you are feeling better in Maryland stay nice and warm. ✨✨

@ddshoppy,

Good day in S. California enjoy the day. ✨😘 How are the grandchildren? I hope you
are feeling much better.

@loaf,

Good day in the Rock and Roll Capital I hope this day finds you doing well Loaf. ✨😘
Did you find the Batman Cookies yet? Let me know what I can cover for you in
Club Sheba. 🌹🎶✨😘

Loaf stay warm and safe.

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