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On April 5th, National Deep Dish Pizza Day gives pizza lovers a day to celebrate one of America’s favorite varieties of pizza!

Caramel lovers celebrate their favorite treat on National Caramel Day on April 5th!

GOLD STAR SPOUSES DAY

Gold Star Spouses Day on April 5th honors the surviving loved ones of military service members who died while serving their country.

NATIONAL RAISIN AND SPICE BAR DAY

Observed annually on April 5th, National Raisin and Spice Bar Day celebrates a baked treat that’s easy to make.

Good Morning Peeps here is to a great Friday in our Wonderful Community. 🎈😎

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@loaf,

Wishing you a great Friday Loaf. 😎🎈

@xango,

Good afternoon in the Florida wishing you a safe and great Friday. 🎈😎💕

@oodiebom,

Good afternoon on the Gulf Coast of Florida. I hope everything is going smooth for you
today. The new dishwasher should be there by now.

Enjoy the visit with your husband later today. Oodie don’t forget The Clean Boss is back
on HSN and JM will be on tomorrow. 😎🎈

Let me know how things are working out for you today as for me well I am multi-tasking
dare I say who is not. LOL!

@sheba2011

The dishwasher was delivered and is sitting near the front door still in the box. The person who delivered was to also uninstall the old one. He had a problem. The old one wouldn’t budge. Said
He couldn’t figure out why. He also could not see behind the area. No flashlight??? The hose and plug needed to be disconnected. He. Needed to go under the sink and behind the cabinet . so the outcome is to find a handy person at an additional cost that I wasn’t planning on. I’m thinking about returning it. I did contact Costco, but they were no help. What they need to do is to find a vendor that has experience. This outfit does not know the where to’s or how the how to’s.

Received the HD elephant cuff and necklace. Absolutely gorgeous. Sparkles. Took a chance on the cuff. IT fits. Surprise. Surprise. My wrist was larger than the dimension stated. I also received the SBs TS. Not sure of the print somewhat over powering. Also seems l too large. Then again I will use it as a backpack. One thing for sure, it won’t get lost in the shuffle. The other side is it will go with everything . I will take a better look when I return home.

Hope you have a pleasant evening. Enjoy your walk with Poppy.

@oodiebom,

I am so glad you like your goodies. ✨🌹I don’t like the fact the man who delivered your
dishwasher was not prepared who leaves a flashlight? This is strange I don’t think he
felt like doing it. I hope the vendor makes it right. All that work you put into the KP
this is not right.

I hope you are enjoying the visit with your husband. ✨🌹

I have a slight chest cold I hope our spring will be here soon.

Oodie I ordered my Clean Boss so glad I waited the shipping is free and it is 10.00 off.
I am a happy camper. ✨😎

@taci,

Good morning in S. California. OZ is alright today the temp is in the 50’s and I love it. 🎈😎💕

I hope you are enjoying all your goodies. Taci I love your hiking in OZ we call it walking.

Very busy day here always something to do. We had a frost this morning no biggie just
glad I have not planted just yet.

How is your son spring going so far? I hope this is a good weekend for all of you.

Happy Trails To You. 🎶🎶

Sheba, its in the low to mid 60’s and has been raining on and off for 2 days. Im waiting for things to dry out before hiking. If I were to walk in my neighborhood, then it’s a walk. If I drive to trails with hills and dirt trails and less people then it’s a hike. When I go with a friend even if on trails, its a walk because it’s a much slower pace than my own hikes. Friend is a slow walker. Ugh hubs said its raining again.
My son is doing well today but we were in the er for about 5 hours last night. Turns out he was low potassium/mag. He will do some follow up appts to make sure that was all it was but he’s out hiking today. Getting ready for a 2-3 day hike in about a week. He takes the AL Essential that I buy for him so he’s good with everything else.
How are your kids doing? Hello to Poppy! Have a great day.

@taci,

Good evening I am so sorry about your son. The AL Supplement is on special check
the AL Threads. I take that as well.

Taci I am impressed with your ability to hike for miles. I can do two miles without
losing steam and of course the body endorphins help. ✨😎

I have a slight chest cold from all the change in weather. Well shizzle!

@shoelady60,

Good afternoon in the ‘burgh. I hope you are having fun on Mom Friday. 🎈😎

Enjoy your afternoon see ya later.

Sending warm hugs to you and Jake. 😘😎🎈

@sheba2011

Lovely spring day in the ‘burgh, temp around 40, very windy and snow showers on and off.🥶❄ Exactly what I was looking forward to in April. Not warming up until Sunday/Monday. Today is our home opener for baseball and it looks like a blizzard right now.😮

Mom Friday turned into Mom Saturday this week since I needed to help out SIL with some things. So that will be my day tomorrow. Sis should be back Wednesday night. 🥰

Don’t work too hard, you and Poppy have a nice walk later. Sending hugs!🤗💖

@shoelady60,

Enjoy Mom Saturday any time with mom is a good time. ✨🌹

Get some good sleep. Poppy and I have had a nice time with hubby outside.
The night is good the sky clear.

@kittengirl,

Good morning in California sending warm vibes to you Kitten. 🎈😎

We Are Nature

As humans, our lives are completely intertwined with the cycles and rhythms of nature.
Nature is a mirror — inspiring us, teaching us, and deepening our sense of belonging in the world. Wherever you look, you can see that our patterns and the patterns of the natural world are the same. You can find this resonance in every form, from molecules to plants to animals and to planets. We live our lives according to the same principles as the trees, the mountains, the clouds, and the birds.

We begin our lives in the womb, folded in on ourselves like the bud of a flower. We can see our whole lives in the mirror of this natural form. When we emerge from the womb, we slowly begin our unfolding, just as the flower begins to open its petals. At its prime, the flower draws many insects and also the eyes of appreciative humans. When the flower’s petals begin to fade and its life cycle comes to an end, it ceases to hold itself upright and returns to the earth. Traditionally, we return to the earth, just as all plants and animals do. Like flowers, we leave behind seeds in the forms of children and other gifts only we could have given. These gifts continue to unfold even after we are gone. Rebirth is encoded into our lives, and death is one part of the cycle.

Look around you, and you will find connection and insight. Notice how your moods shift like the sky shifts from bright blue to turbulent grays. Your thoughts are like clouds, appearing, changing shape, passing through, and then disappearing without a trace. The rain cleanses the sky, just as an emotional release cleanses your mind. The sky itself is your eternal awareness, unchanging underneath all these permutations. Let it reflect back to you and your own abiding perfection. AMEN!

April 4th is Jeep 4×4 Day! 🦆

The first Thursday in April is National Burrito Day!

National Walk Around Things Day on April 4th each year is a holiday open to interpretation. Very little information is available regarding this celebration, so we’ll give it our best to guide you through it.

This day may be looked at both figuratively and literally. Literally, one would not walk through a puddle of water or mud; one would walk around it. One would not walk under a ladder or over broken glass, one would walk around both.

Figuratively, one would “walk around” avoiding certain problems or potential problems. One would also “walk around” avoiding arguments, certain situations, or unwanted or uncomfortable conversations.

Another possible intent of this day could very well be to walk around things such as a neighborhood, park, or shopping mall. While we’re walking around we might also walk around obstacles or structures we come across during our stroll. We might find a fountain or swingset to walk around in a park. At the mall, benches and planters interrupt our easy stride. Of course, at home, we have all sorts of things that we walk around willingly. Sometimes the reason we walk around these items is pure avoidance like laundry or clutter. We might also walk around a sleeping pet.

On April 4th each year, National School Librarian Day recognizes the professionals who keep the school library in working order. School librarians spend long hours keeping the library organized. They are also dedicated to helping our children find the resources they need to keep learning. School librarians are the people who create an environment where students can learn every day of the year. Their work is an impressive accomplishment.

NATIONAL CHICKEN CORDON BLEU DAY

Each year on April 4th, National Chicken Cordon Bleu Day celebrates a blue ribbon dish that combines chicken, ham, and cheese.

The French term Cordon Bleu translates to “Blue Ribbon.” This dish is a take on the popular Veal Cordon Bleu. It is a flattened chicken breast that is wrapped around ham (or sometimes prosciutto or Canadian bacon) and cheese such as Swiss or Gruyere. Toothpicks hold the chicken together before being dipped in an egg wash and breaded.

The earliest recipe we were able to find was in a March 1964 printing of the Cincinnati Enquirer by the Cincinnati Gourmet Stanley Demos. Despite some misconceptions, it is an American dish. Demos mentions in his column that he got the idea to try chicken instead of veal “to be different.” It has been a popular dish since.

NATIONAL VITAMIN C DAY

National Vitamin C Day on April 4th each year shares all the ways vitamin C nurtures and benefits our health, inside and out!

While Vitamin C is widely recognized for warding off colds, the vitamin is also clinically proven to be a powerhouse in other areas of health, too. For example, Vitamin C may reduce blood pressure and potentially lower the risk of heart disease. Those at risk of gout can lower that risk by increasing their intake of Vitamin C.

Topically, Vitamin C keeps skin healthy by protecting it from oxidative damage caused by daily exposure to light, heat, and pollution. The popularity of topical vitamin C products has risen dramatically.

With the right product, adding Vitamin C to your beauty regimen can brighten your skin, reduce inflammation, and promote healthy collagen production. Vitamin C brightens just about any health routine.

AMEN! 😎

Good morning Peeps and welcome to our wonderful community on this
Thankful Thursday. 🎈😎

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@loaf,

Good Morning in Ohio I hope this day finds you doing well. 😎🎈💕

@xango,

Good morning in Florida I am hoping all is well with you and your family.
May this post find you doing well. 🎈💕😎 We all miss you.

@oodiebom,

Good day on the Gulf Coast of Florida. 😎🎈Oodie how are you doing today?
Oz was in the 20’s this morning we are now in the 40’s.

Poppy and I went for a nice chilly walk this morning and will go again later in the day.

Busy day for me this is our put it at the curb day. YAY! I love putting things at the curb
and being one and done.

Oodie I would like to know when you start the transportation for your husband for an
Outing. 💕🎈I hope that works out really well for you and him. I know it will do him a
world of good to see and feel life around him.

Try not to do too much make sure your sinus are not an issue. Well here comes Spring.

Oodie Passover seems so late this year. Let me know how things go today. 😘😎

@Sheba

I didn’t visit hubby today. Expect delivery of the dishwasher early AM and thus back to KP.

I happened to be checking on a few things in Amazon and found something interesting for someone who has a knee problem. It’s a thing that enables the person to rest their knee on and it has wheels, thus enabling the person to do many things on the good leg. Kind of cute watching someone wash their kitchen floor as well as able to do other tasks as well. Not sure if hubby will be able to utilize something like this, but, again will bring it up to the Head Nurse. Oh, it also lets the person climb stairs on one leg by holding onto the banister. Once I check with the head nurse on some of these ideas will contact our insurance to see what they can cover.

I still have tons of work in the kitchen, but as of now, I can see the floor. One side of the counters are almost done. Now to move the stuff from the other side so the people will have no problem installing the new dishwasher.

I posted to Taci as well. Received the water bottle holder and the wallet. Both items are made very well. There are quite a few pockets and all enable you to put y our entire hand into the area. Plenty of room for passports, car keys , etc.. Speaking of car keys, I have the OK to take hubby out for a few hours. He won’t be able to get out of the car or van on his own, so it will be just a ride and maybe a stop for lunch where we can eat in the car by the beach or in our driveway. It will be wonderful to have this time together and I mentioned this to him yesterday He is so excited. I just hope and pray that my sinuses will be ok. I need to be at the Rehab around 10 AM and must have him back by 4 PM.. The time slot is to help me get him into and out of the vehicle with help from an aid or a physical therapist. This will be Step 1.. I would do it sooner, but the van is now ready and I will be picking it up on Monday. Tuesday I have the exterminator, which is necessary every three months to keep spiders, ants palmetto bugs, and others away. He also sprays outside for the fire ants.

Well, back to KP. Enjoy your evening and stay warm. Florida will now be in the low 70s during the day and between 55 and 60 at night.

@Sheba 2011

I forgot to mention that I thought Passover started the weekend of March 29th. I was shocked when a family member mentioned it was towards the end of April. Always thought that the last supper was during that period. What a shocker!!!!!

I just had a bite to eat and now back to what I started. I did receive a package today from HSN, but I do not think it contains SB’s TS. And speaking of that, I wonder what happened to the TS. There are no pictures and nothing that states it sold out.

Like you, it felt good to get the recycle out along with the regular stuff. For some reason the house seems larger. I even have a few boxes to donate and still adding. By the way, I came across Wolfgang’s pots that was purchased a while ago. I couldn’t get over how well made they are and so similar to All Clad without the added expense. I think the next time he has the set, I just may purchase and bring the other ones North when we go.

Well, back to you know where……

@oodiebom,

JM will be on Saturday and our cleaner is up I am going to order. ✨✨

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@oodiebom,

Good evening I am so glad you like your goodies. ✨🌹Oodie you find really good things
that are useful here on HSN. I love that. HSN Shipping is really good.

I don’t know what happened to the reviews I do think they are working on some glitches.

Oodiebom like you I am looking for the Clean Boss I cannot do without it. I am down
to two bottles and I use them well.

Taci is so funny JM is Joy Mangano I brought a complete luggage set. Everyone loves
it when I travel my family especially.

Oodie if only you lived a few blocks or a few miles I could help you with KP and anything
else. I am feeding that cats I have trained them to eat one after the other and it’s was
no easy feat. ✨ The Racoons are having none of it they like to fight. I say bring it. 😎😎

I can’t wait for your dishwasher to arrive I hope they show you how to use it. I am also
anxious for your hubby to at least go for some rides wherever you both please.

Enjoy a cup tea with your Manuka Honey, ✨✨

Oodie, Hello. Like Sheba, I am hoping your hubs can get home soon.
Your wallet and water bottle arrived quickly and glad you like them both. I like the idea of the water carrier but prefer back packs to shoulder carriers. I will think about it for a future purchase. Great idea to have it enclosed. Did you get the flowers color-way for all your items?
Much to my shock, the ts backpack arrived today. I think it will work well and I like the type of black, color and material. It’s the one no longer on the website.
The belt bag also arrived. It will work for traveling and the outer pocket will hopefully work for those train tickets/passes. It’s not too big or bulky. Yay! We both like our purchases.

@taci,

Good morning in S. California are you able to see the Eclipse? I watch and look at the
Moon in different phases every night I am able to see it. I love to bask in it’s glory. 😘😎💕

Taci Andrew Lessman Choco Nuvo is on special pricing for April and Free Shipping.
Just a heads up. 💕🎈

I hope your SB Bag has arrived and you like it. Taci a few years ago I brought JM complete
set at a TS price and I have traveled with it and my family loves the bags they are in mint
condition. 😎

Oz is chilly today but that’s alright I am sure on a hot day in July I will be dreaming of a morning
like this. LOL!

Hey Happy Trails To You. 🎶🎶

Taci I hope what you were looking yesterday comes up. I don’t read reviews unless it is
something I have never tried before or something I am very interested in. 😎🎈I love
the SB TS. 💕

Sheba, hello. Hope your curb day went well. It’s much colder in Oz than here. What is JM?
Glad you enjoyed your luggage purchase and it has held up well. We transitioned to smaller, much smaller and much less for luggage. I use a backpack type pack with wheels for the carry on and will use the new ts backpack as my under the seat. No sets of luggage as it is too difficult with airlines, travels, flights changing, things getting lost etc..
The ts backpack arrived today. I am surprised since it was still in packaging a day ago.
It has completely disappeared off the website. Very odd.
I really like it and will post more under Oodie’s area since she also asked.

Thanks for the AL choco nuvo tip.
We are expecting some rain today still.
Not sure yet if I will watch the eclipse. Did see some glasses in the market for it.

@taci,

Good evening you made me have a good chuckle today. LOL! JM is Joy Mangano.

I love your TS by SB and my SIL and brother travel all over Europe with their backpacks.

SIL is a pro when it comes to packing if can’t put it all in one bag it’s not going.
We have family in Dublin, Ireland and all she takes is a large backpack.

I tend to overpack and I have lived to regret it. I travel like a super star and it never
works out. I have learned how to pack. One luggage and one carryon that is it. ✨✨

I don’t see her luggage anymore but they were nice. Happy Trails when you do travel.

@taci

I received two SB purchases. One was the wallet and the other a bottle carrier. The two pieces are beautifully made. Love the compartments. I was concerned that the compartments would be tight and not easy to use. I was wrong on both counts. My whole hand can get inside each area with ease. Not only that, but they are roomy. Cannot wait to hear how yours are. The TS is on it’s way.

Forgot to mention. The bottle holder is great, but does need something at the top so things don’t slide out. My other suggestion would be to add a way to keep the water cool while out and about. When able, I will write a review on both.

@shoelady60,

Good morning in the ‘burgh. 😘😎🎈Lady I hope you are rested and will have a nice
day with your mother. 😘💕🎈

Goodness how is your weather? OZ is chilly we were in the 20’s earlier. We now have a frost
warning so glad we have not planted yet.

Hey sending warm hugs to you and Jake. 😘😎 We still have some Stew leftover for dinner.

@kittengirl,

Good morning Kitten in California. May this day finds you doing well. 😎🎈I always say that
and I mean it. 😘

Beyond Counting Blessings

Our gratitude deepens when we begin to be thankful for being alive and living the life we are living.

Often when we practice being thankful, we go through the process of counting our blessings, acknowledging the wonderful people, things, and places that make up our reality. While it is fine to be grateful for the good fortune we have accumulated, true thankfulness stems from a powerful comprehension of the gift of simply being alive regardless of our circumstances. In this deep state of gratitude, we recognize the purity of the experience of being, in and of itself, and our thankfulness is part of our awareness that we are one with this great mystery that is life.

It is difficult for most of us to access this level of consciousness as we are very caught up in the ups and downs of our individual experiences in the world. But the thing to remember about the world is, it ebbs and flows, expands and contracts, gives and takes, and is by its very nature somewhat unreliable. If we only feel gratitude when it serves our desires, this is not true thankfulness. No one is exempt from the twists and turns of fate, which may, at any time, take the possessions, situations, and people we love away from us. Ironically, it is sometimes this kind of loss that awakens us to a thankfulness that goes deeper than just being grateful when things go our way. Illness and near-miss accidents also can serve as wake-up calls to the deeper realization that we are truly lucky to be alive.

We do not have to wait to be shaken to experience this state of being truly thankful for our lives. Tuning into our breath and making an effort to be fully present for a set period of time each day can do wonders for our ability to connect with true gratitude. We also can awaken ourselves with the intention to be more aware of the unconditional generosity of the life force that flows through us regardless of our circumstances. AMEN!

Don’t Phunk with My Heart
Song by Black Eyed Peas

No, no, no, no, don’t phunk with my heart
… Yeah
… No, no, no, no, don’t phunk with my heart
… I wonder if I take you home
Would you still be in love, baby (love, love)
In love baby (love, love)
I wonder if I take you home
Would you still be in love, baby (love, love)
In love baby (love, love)
… Girl, you know you got me, got me
With your pistol shot me, shot me
And I’m here helplessly
In love and nothing can stop me
It can’t stop me once I started
Can’t return me once you bought it
I’m coming baby, don’t got it (don’t make me wait)
So let’s be about it
… No, no, no, no
Don’t phunk with my heart
… Baby, have some trustin’, trustin’
When I come in lustin’, lustin’
Cause I’ll bring you that comfort
I ain’t only here cause I want your
Body, I want your mind too
Interestin’s what I find you
And I’m interested in the long haul
Come on girl (yee-haw)
… I wonder if I take you home
Would you still be in love, baby (love, love)
In love baby (love, love)
I wonder if I take you home
Would you still be in love, baby (love, love)
In love baby (love, love)
… No, no, no, no
Don’t phunk with my heart
… Girl, you had me, once you kissed me
My love for you is not iffy
I always want you wit me
I’ll play Bobby and you’ll play Whitney (all long)
If you smoke, I smoke too
That’s how much I’m in love wit chu
Crazy is what crazy do
Crazy in love, I’m a crazy fool
… No, no, no, no
Don’t phunk with my heart
… Why are you so in-sa-cure?
When you got passionate love hurr?
You always claimin’ I’m a cheater
Think I’ll up and go leave ya
For another señorita
You forgot that I need ya
You must have caught amnesia
That’s why you don’t believe wha
Wha’- yeah – check it out
… Don’t you worry about a thing, baby
Cause you know you got me by a string, baby
Don’t you worry about a thing, baby
Cause you know you got me by a string, baby
… Baby girl, you make me feel
You know you make me feel so real
I love you more than sex appeal
(Cause you’re)
… That-tha, that tha, that-tha, that girl
That-tha, that tha, that-tha, that girl
That-tha, that tha, that-tha, that girl
That-tha, that tha, that-tha, that girl
That-tha, that tha, that-tha, that girl
That-tha, that tha, that-tha, that girl
… No, no, no, no (that-that-that-that-that-that-girl)
Don’t phunk with my heart (that-that-that-that-that-that-girl)
No, no, no, no
Don’t phunk with my heart
… I wonder if I take you home
Would you still be in love, baby (love, love)
In love baby (love, love)
I wonder if I take you home
Would you still be in love, baby (love, love)
In love baby (love, love)
I wonder if I take you home
Would you still be in love, baby (love, love)
In love baby (love, love)
I wonder if I take you home
Would you still be in love, baby (love, love)
In love baby (love, love)
… Don’t you worry about a thing, baby
Cause you know you got me by a string, baby
Don’t you worry about a thing, baby
Cause you know you got me by a string, baby

To All my Florida and California Girls. 🎈💕😎

NATIONAL CHOCOLATE MOUSSE DAY

Every April 3rd National Chocolate Mousse Day recognizes the decadent dessert that gained popularity in France in the 1800s.

Chocolate Mousse Day

Mousse is prepared by beating eggs or cream or both to a frothy, airy consistency and then folding the ingredients together to create a light, creamy delight.

While mousse can be either savory or sweet, for this day, we will focus on that all-time favorite, chocolate.

The words mousse and chocolate are derived from the French language, so it isn’t difficult to believe France is where to begin looking for the beginnings of this versatile creation. While we have no exact point in time when this might have been, we do know chocolate was introduced to the French around the year 1615, and they fell in love.

Then a century later, the French developed a method for making a mousse. Savory led the way, but it couldn’t have been long before the same approach was applied to chocolate.

In the United States, an advertisement in The Brooklyn Daily Eagle in 1887 included classes on how to make chocolate mousse offered by a Miss Parloa. She also advised how to make potato soup, larded grouse, potato timbale, and corn muffins.

From dark chocolate to milk chocolate, bittersweet, or any combination, there is plenty of variety when it comes to chocolate mousse.

The first Wednesday in April is National Walking Day! This day encourages Americans of all ages to get out and stretch their legs and get their hearts pumping.

NATIONAL FILM SCORE DAY

On April 3rd, National Film Score Day recognizes the musical masterpieces called “Film Scores” and, more specifically, the very talented composers who create them.

As the opening scenes of a long-anticipated movie begin flickering across the screen, a rising cadence undulates through the theater setting the mood. A musical note plays, then two. Soon the theater fills with a beautifully layered orchestral music masterwork. This musical accompaniment to the film you are watching is called the “Film Score.”

Imagine your favorite film without a few well-placed notes enhancing the emotion of a dramatic on-screen exchange. Or a chase scene without rousing orchestral music elevating the intensity. Would Star Wars, Jaws, The Lord of the Rings films, or the Harry Potter films be the same without their complementary musical scores? Without the film score, would we cower so easily in fear from our seats? Would our imaginations so eagerly suspend from reality? Music heightens emotions. It also sharpens our senses and focuses our attention. Without a doubt, the film score is the fiery soul of a film.

NATIONAL FIND A RAINBOW DAY

Each year on April 3rd, National Find a Rainbow Day challenges us to look to the sky and find a colorful ray of hope cast across it.

Good Morning Peeps have a nice Wednesday in our wonderful community. 😎🎈

Catch HSN Amy Morrison on the Beauty Report Tonight. 😎

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@loaf,

Good day in Ohio and wishing you a nice Wednesday and a wonderful Spring. 😎🎈

@xango,

Good Afternoon in Florida we all miss you and I am sure you know this. 😘💕
Take care dear friend. 🎈

@oodiebom,

Good afternoon on the Gulf Coast of Florida. 💕🎈😎Oodie I don’t know what is going on
I just hope your allergies are not the problem.

Let me know how you are doing and I hope your darling husband is making some
progress. 🎈

Enjoy the day Oodie. 😎

@sheba2011

I’m Ok. Yesterday was the first day I felt decent in weeks. I didn’t work at all and decided after seeing hubby to keep it that way. Got to bed at a decent hour for a change.

Hubby is doing good and asking to go for a ride with me. I think I will be able to accommodate him in the van when I get it. One of the back seats goes all the way down and I may be able, with a ramp, get the wheelchair in there. There is a lot going on at the moment. The dishwasher will be delivered Friday. Costco saved me $$$ on our choice. I brought all the info with me so he could help with the decision. Actually, he has helped with everything from day one. Just hasn’t been able to get home to give me the extra pair of hands I desperately need. One of the patient’s at the rehab told me to search Amazon for the items needed for the disabled. To think there is one place for almost everything.

I suspect my sinuses will be acting up today and I am prepared. Probably more than usual. We have high wind warning and expecting severe thunderstorms. I am hoping I will be at the Rehab before those storms hit. Temps will be in the 80s with high humidity as well. Great for the onset of whatever…… 🌴🚗😣

@oodiebom,

Oz has high pollen and very windy my nose and slight headache. Yeah I will be taking
some meds welcome spring. 😎

Oodie your hands are full I will glad when hubby is home. Meanwhile I hope he can go
places with you for a day trip that would be a good thing for him.

I hope you like your new Dishwasher works out well for you.

Honest I am throwing a party for you two when hubby gets homes.

Very chilly tonight I am making sure all the outdoor animals are fed. 😎😘

@oodiebom, you might want to check if some of the disabled items you need could be covered by your insurance with a doctor’s prescription. Also, if you Google “handicapped transportation” in the city you live in, you may find several transportation options. Good luck to you both!

@marymary1969

I think I am ahead of you. Just recently I found that there are some rides to favorite places such as shopping, restaurants, barbers, etc.. Some are free. But at the moment I want to be the first one to take him out for a few hours. He has made progress. Enough to return home once everything is in place. Will be working with our insurance to see what they cover. Also found that some equipment at Amazon may be covered by insurance. Thank you for popping ib. Great to have people like you taking time from their busy schedules to offer advice and help.

@taci,

Good morning in S. Cali and I am glad you had a good hike. 😎🎈

Oz is a bit cloudy and rainy I did get a good walk with Poppy it was cold like in the 30’s.
I guess Spring will show up soon. Colorado is snowing and cold. The weather is cray cray
all over the US.

I hope you like your goodies when you receive them. 😎

Hey Happy Trails To You. 🎶🎶I love singing that to you. I hope you have a great Wednesday.

Sheba, Oz is cold today. Well the SB Backpack ts has disappeared from HSN’s website. now can’t read reviews. Wonder why?
We are suppose to get some rain tomorrow. Hopefully not too much.
Did a hike this mornng and a walk with a friend late afternoon. Weather was great. Sunny and warm.

@taci

I noticed the same thing in SB’s area. The TS was missing. It also did not appear on Monday’s list of sale items that go until Sunday. I’m hoping it was a computer glitch. I also liked the purse that aired just prior to midnight. I missed the presentation and checked again at 2 am and found that the video was still missing. I was able to watch later, however, the price jumped upwards and consequently I let it go bye bye. It’s in my favorites if ever it is marked down again. This was one time that the host mentioned you needed to buy prior to midnight. By the way, that purse is a bit smaller than the TS and would probably work better on trips. It is very similar to the TS and it goes over the handle to your luggage. I assume it would fold easily into the backpack.

I am not sure if I am ready to fly. I’ve been watching and reading about the mishaps, especially with Boeing. Right now I am happy that I have an excuse due to the Eustachian Tubes which could cause severe ear aches. Oh well, maybe someday I will change my mind.

@taci,

I am glad you posted I just remembered something. The Andrew Lessman Choco is
available at a great price and free shipping. Taci remember this is April and I think it’s
the last month before summer and warm weather starts. I posted the info on
the Andrew Lessman April Special Thread.

Lady said the site has been wonky today so maybe there is updating going on.
I can’t wait for you to get it. 😎🎈

@shoelady60,

Good afternoon in the ‘burgh. 😎🎈😘Lady I hope you had a nice luncheon yesterday.
Oz is a bit chilly today and I am fine with that.

I am so glad we have not planted the flowers and plants just yet. 😎

Hey a big congrats to your Hockey Team for their Win last night. 🎈😎

I know you have your mother to take care of so here is to a nice day.

Sending warm hugs to you and Jake. 😘🎈

@sheba2011

All trees are still standing, yay! But we had a lot of rain/storms⛈ and many parts of the city and suburbs have flooding. Temps falling and we will have snow showers through Saturday.🥶❄ I hope my irises survive. The deer already ate the tops off my lilies which didn’t even have buds yet, can’t win.😕

I did watch the game yesterday.🏒 I left the room since they were losing and a while later my husband informed me they were tied. Something lit a fire🔥 under their “you know whats” during the third period and they pulled out a good win.👍

Not sure if it’s just me and my computer or everyone but this site is going wonky again today. I had to sign in with that weird word press again??? Every day is a new experience.😣

Making chili on a chilly day.🥘 Hope your evening is good, hugs to you and Poppy.🤗💖

@shoelady60,

Good evening what a Hockey Game. OZ is chilly tonight I will be under many covers.
I made stew I had a taste for it.

Enjoy! 😎😘Sorry about the deer eating your lovely flowers.

@kittengirl,

Good morning in Cali Kitten wishing you a great Wednesday and a wonderful Spring. 🎈😎

Keeping Our Minds Supple

Being open-minded means that we are willing to question everything, including those things we take for granted.

A lot of people feel threatened when they are questioned about their cherished beliefs or their perception of reality. Yet questioning is what keeps our minds supple and strong. Simply settling on one way of seeing things and refusing to be open to other possibilities makes the mind rigid and generally creates a restrictive and uncomfortable atmosphere. We all know someone who refuses to budge on one or more issues, and we may have our own sacred cows that could use a little prodding. Being open-minded means that we are willing to question everything, including those things we take for granted.

A willingness to question everything, even things we are sure we are right about, can shake us out of complacency and reinvigorate our minds, opening us up to understanding people and perspectives that were once alien to us. This alone is a good reason to remain inquisitive, no matter how much experience we have or how old we get. In the Zen tradition, this willingness to question is known as beginner’s mind, and it has a way of generating possibilities we couldn’t have seen from the point of view of knowing something with certainty. The willingness to question everything doesn’t necessarily mean we don’t believe in anything at all, and it doesn’t mean we have to question every single thing in the world every minute of the day. It just means that we are humble enough to acknowledge how little we actually know about the mysterious universe we call home.

Nearly every revolutionary change in the history of human progress came about because someone questioned some time-honored belief or tradition, and in doing so, it revealed a new truth, a new way of doing things, or a new standard for ethical and moral behavior. A commitment to staying open and inquisitive in our own individual lives can lead us to new personal revolutions and truths — truths that we will hopefully, for the sake of our growth, remain open to questioning. AMEN! 😎🎈

April 2nd is for amends on National Reconciliation Day!

April 2nd is National Ferret Day!

April 2nd is National Peanut Butter and Jelly Day!

SAAM DAY OF ACTION

Each year on the First Tuesday in April, Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) Day of Action provides a day to focus awareness on violence prevention. Nationally recognized in the United States and observed annually as part of Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), SAAM Day of Action provides tools and resources throughout the campaign.

WORLD AUTISM AWARENESS DAY

World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD), on April 2nd each year shines a bright light on a growing global health crisis.

Good Morning Peeps and may this Tuesday be a good one in our wonderful community. 🎈😎

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@loaf,

@xango,

@oodiebom,

Good afternoon on the Gulf Coast of Florida. Oodie how are you doing today?
I know your hands are always busy. Oz is 40 degrees as I type this note to you.
Yeah we are a wee bit cold. 😎🎈

So glad I have not planted anything yet. I hope you sinus problems are not an issue.
Oodie mine comes and goes depends on the pollen.

I hope you like your haul from HD. 🎈😎 Oodie I am going to layer up.

@taci,

You were so right these are the earrings I brought last week. 💕🌹

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Sheba, well those were the largest earring left and it was Easter that’s why I thought you bought them Yay. I’m assuming you already have something to match. Heidi does lovely crosses. Since I am not Christian or Catholic, no crosses for me. Still have 2 bracelets in NJ for the past 5 days. That’s ok though, no hurry. I was surprised someone already received the Samantha Brown ts. That’s pretty fast. Happy she left a good review.
Got my hike in early today and then got my hair colored.

Hope you had a good day.

@taci,

Good morning in S. California. 😎🎈Taci you are absolutely right about the HD Earrings
I brought. Heidi Daus was here last Tuesday and I got them Saturday. 🎈😎

I will leave a review they are very light weight. I hope you like your SB TS.

WOW! Taci you really know what I buy and like. LOL!

Hey Happy Trails To You. 🎶Oz is cold I am wearing one of my Iris Apfel Jackets. 💕

@shoelady60,

Good afternoon in the ‘burgh. 😘🎈Enjoy your luncheon with friends and have a great
time.

Oz is cold today I am going to visit my neighbor across the street. 😎

How is your sister and mother doing?

Sending spring hugs to you and Jake. 😘💕🎈

@kittengirl,

Good morning Kitten in California just know we still think of you. 🎈

Pieces of Me
Song by Ashlee Simpson

On a Monday, I am waiting
Tuesday, I am fading
And by Wednesday, I can’t sleep
Then the phone rings, I hear you
And the darkness is a clear view
‘Cause you’ve come to rescue me
Fall, with you I fall so fast
I can hardly catch my breath
I hope it lasts
Oh, it seems like I can finally
Rest my head on something real
I like the way that feels
Oh, it’s as if you know me better
Than I ever knew myself
I love how you can tell
All the pieces, pieces, pieces of me
All the pieces, pieces, pieces of me
I am moody and messy
I get restless and it’s senseless
How you never seem to care
When I’m angry, you listen
Make me happy, it’s your mission
And you won’t stop ’til I’m there
Fall, sometimes I fall so fast
When I hit that bottom crash
You’re all I have
Oh, it seems like I can finally
Rest my head on something real
I like the way that feels
Oh, it’s as if you know me better
Than I ever knew myself
I love how you can tell
All the pieces, pieces, pieces of me
How do you know?
Everything I’m about to say
Am I that obvious?
And if it’s written on my face
I hope it never goes away
Yeah
On a Monday, I am waiting
And by Tuesday, I am fading
Into your arms
So I can breathe
Oh, it seems like I can finally
Rest my head on something real
I like the way that feels
Oh, it’s as if you know me better
Than I ever knew myself
I love how you can tell
Oh, I love how you can tell
Oh, I love how you can tell
All the pieces, pieces, pieces of me
All the pieces, pieces, pieces of me

Rainy Day in OZ. 😎

National Sourdough Bread Day on April 1st recognizes one of the world’s oldest leavened breads!

April Fools’ Day on April 1st has long been a day when practical jokes and tricks are played on the unaware!

April 1st is National Tom Foolerys Day, and we are celebrating with harmless pranks, silly tricks, shenanigans, and, of course, tomfoolery!

Good Morning Peeps enjoy this Monday in our wonderful community. 🎈

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@loaf,

Good Morning on this beautiful first day of April. 😎🎈😘Oz will have rain and I am fine
with that as we need the rain.

Wishing you and your family all the best. I miss and love you Loaf. 😘😎

@xango,

Good Morning in Florida sweet friend. 😎😘🎈We all miss you and we just hope you
are feeling and healing better. Take your time and do what you need to do.

I hope the family in Brazil are doing well. How was your Easter?

If you were able to make desserts and other treats I am sure they were yummy. 🎈😘

Welcome to Spring and to the new Thread. I have had threads that have run well over
two years. LOL! I see I need to change it more often. Anyway this is thread number 24.
I could have had twice as many due to the fact I did not change that often. So now I see
I need to be aware how often I have to change it. I have been here at HSN since the 90’s
Xango this thread I created is ten years old. I work very hard on it and I am proud of it.
Most people used to write me on the HSN private mail that they like looking but
they don’t post. Hence, the reason this has never been a large thread.

I enjoy all the girls who have been with me through thick and thin and I have had a lot
going on in these years. Xango you are one of them and I thank you for your time and patience.

Just get well and hope to hear from you when you are able to post. 😘🎈😎

@oodiebom,

Good afternoon on the Gulf Coast of Florida. 😎🎈😘I hope KP is one and done. I think
my kitchen is calling me for a good spring cleaning a one and done job. 😎

Oz is cloudy and rainy just what we need. I have not planted any flowers or plants just yet
because the weather is iffy here in these parts. I will wait another week and see how the
weather looks.

Oodie I could read you talk about the Orient all day. I simply love any thing from the Orient.
I think I may have said years ago I have a blue and white indoor patio which is all windows.
I am not bragging but it is a beautiful room. I have have white planation blinds. This room
is pure Asian in blue and white.🎈💕 The things in that room I have had for years. The things
are high end and I take care of all my little things. 💕

I am hoping your husband will be home soon. I can’t wait until that day comes.

Enjoy the day love ya. 😘😎🎈Oodie I hope you love your TS. 💕

@taci,

Go Taci with your new bags and congrats. 💕🎈😎Good Morning in S. Cali and I hope
this good day for you.

Looks like you may be going on another trip enjoy. 🎈

Oz is alright today just cloudy with rain. Taci I did get some HD earrings during her visit.
I think HSN had a jet deliver them. LOL! The shipping was so fast! 🎈😎

Poppy and I are going for a long walk after the rains.

Happy Trails To You. 🎶🎶

Sheba, Will see if the ts bag will work for me. I think it might replace the bag I usually carry that is not a backpack. It needs to be squishy, take some kicking, and tossing. Last few flights couldn’t bend forward without hitting the seat in front of me so no chance of getting to the ground level without using my feet. Wish these planes didn’t take away all the leg room. Not very humane and then they wonder why people get reactive. I felt so bad for my husband that I gave him my seats on the long haul flights. Someone else gave up her aisle seat to a tall man whose knees were crammed in front of him. Not right.
I am going to try and guess that you got the Le Monde Cross earrings. My 2nd guess is the La Dolce large dangle earrings that seem to have been removed from the site. Sounds like they arrived quickly. Yay!

Have a great evening!

@shoelady60,

Good afternoon in the ‘burgh. I hope you are resting and had a wonderful Easter. 😎🎈💕

Hey the system was wonky and I had to start a new thread. I want to say welcome to
April and may this be a good month for all of us. 😘

How is your mother? I miss your sister. 😘💕🎈Lady today my system is very slow.
I am doing the best I can to move along. LOL!

Congrats to your Hockey Team win. YAY! 🎈😎

Sending beautiful spring hugs to you and Jake. 🎈😘💕😎

@sheba2011

Good afternoon to you. Easter was nice, church, brunch and back to mom’s for a while. Nothing fancy but a good day.🥰 Hope you had a wonderful one.

Getting together with friends tomorrow who we haven’t seen since late last summer. Having lunch, relaxing and catching up so that should be nice.😊 Stopping at mom’s after so it will be a full day. We are supposed to get some strong storms tomorrow so you know what that means – praying all trees remain standing!⛈🌳

Love the bunny, so cute.🐰 Sending back hugs and love to you and Poppy.🤗💖

@shoelady60,

Good evening I am glad you had a great day so did hubby and I. 😎

I am going to let you get some rest and have fun with your friend tomorrow.

@kittengirl,

Good Morning Kitten wishing you a great April and a wonderful Spring. 😎🎈😘

Spending Time in Nature

Because we instinctively know that nature is good for us on many levels, it’s not unusual to feel powerfully drawn to it.

In this modern age, we spend so much time indoors, focused on the busyness of our lives and disconnected from the earth. But much of what we truly need can only be found under the naked sky, alongside tall trees, on open plains, or in the sound of running water. Spending time in nature allows us to commune with other living beings and to find comfort in the nurturing embrace of Mother Earth. You can’t help but experience a different sense of self while walking in the woods or traversing a mountainside. Being in nature connects us to the Earth, grounding us as we walk, unhindered by concrete upon her. Surrounded by other living beings, both bigger and smaller than we are, we remember that human beings are simply one form of life in this vast universe.

Because we instinctively know that nature is good for us on many levels, it’s not unusual to feel powerfully drawn to it. Even if you live in a city or find it difficult to travel to a forest or the countryside, there are a myriad of ways to reconnect with nature. When you step out of your door each morning, pause for a minute and close your eyes long enough to let your senses absorb your surroundings. Listen and breathe deeply until you hear the wind rustling through branches, smell rain on damp grass, and see the reflection of leaves brushing up against windowpanes. If you have time, crouch down and closely examine any nearby grass and soil. The sights, sounds, smells, and sensations we experience that are part of nature can remind us of all the gifts Mother Earth grants us each day.

Spending time connecting with nature nourishes the soul, reminds you that you are never truly alone, and renews you by attuning you to the Earth’s natural rhythms. Taking a walk under the stars or feeling the wind on your face may be all it takes for you to reconnect with nature. Remember, you are as much a part of nature as are the leaves on a tree or the water bubbling in a brook.