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Blast from the past. 😎

NATIONAL CHOCOLATE SOUFFLÉ DAY

National Chocolate Soufflé Day celebrates a delightfully delicious dessert on February 28th each year. This food holiday seems like the perfect marriage–chocolate AND cake. YUM!

NATIONAL FLORAL DESIGN DAY

National Floral Design Day on February 28th recognizes the art and history of floral design. For thousands of years, floral design has been an important cultural art form. This is the day we celebrate that art form. It may be in a bouquet, painting, in textiles, a garden or a floral arrangement.

NATIONAL TOOTH FAIRY DAY

National Tooth Fairy Day falls on August 22 AND February 28 each year to doubly encourage us to take a look back on the history of one of dental care’s little helpers. It’s one way our children develop good dental hygiene.

RARE DISEASE DAY USA

Each year on the last day in February, Rare Disease Day brings awareness and education about rare diseases and the suffering they cause.

NATIONAL PUBLIC SLEEPING DAY

If you’re tired on February 28th, it might be because National Public Sleeping Day encourages a mid-day nap right where you are. It is a day for anyone and everyone to take a nap on a blanket at the beach, at the park, in the movie theater, on a bus, train, or subway or any other public place that may work for you. However, it may not be a good idea to take that nap at your desk during work!

Should’ve Never Let You Go
Song by Neil Sedaka

… When you walk into a room
Your beauty steals my breath away
When you look into my eyes
I find it hard to find the words to say
… Wanna run away and hide
I just got to let you know
Feel so tangled up inside
I should have never let you go
… Anyone can make mistakes
And we both have made our share
But a life without your love
Is a life too hard to bear
… I don’t care who’s right or wrong
Only know I love you so
Why did I have to write this song
I should have never let you go
… Why in all the wide, wide world
Have I run into you here
Wish I could disappear
… I’ll never understand i’ll never understand
Why I even give a
… When you walk into a room
You know I stand on shaky ground
I’ve built so many walls around me
Now the walls are tumbling down
… You’re the kind I can’t forget
Let the tears begin to flow
I have only one regret
I should have never let yougo
Should have never let you go
… Should have never let you go
Should have never let you go
Should have never let you go

Good Morning Peeps and welcome to the HSN Community. 🎈😎💕

Enjoy what you do.

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@oodiebom,

Good day on the Gulf Coast of Florida. I hope you are feeling much better today. 😎

I would stay home and get rested take your time doing anything.

I am sure your husband will understand.

Oodie as I type this post to you our daughter has landed in Boston where she lives.
Daughter had a wonderful 2 weeks trip. This was a retreat and a Yoga Class with several
friends. Last night she was in Qatar last night and UK this morning. Qatar got hit by
some bombs this morning. Daughter said a lot of people are trapped she is a Journalist
and a Professional Photographer we will talk later once she gets settled in. I can breathe
now. So glad she had a wonderful time and left in the nick of time. 😎💕

Oodie OZ is alright today but rain and snow and then some tomorrow. Hey that’s the way it
goes with the weather. 😎

Rest well.

@sheba2011

I am OK today. Need to figure out what actually made me pass out. Have a feeling it could have been a number of things including the Rehab food. I stayed in yesterday and slept most of the day. Ordered a few things from Sam’s Club. Hate standing in line for check out. I have used their self service, but sometimes that is a hold up as well.

I will be making a stop at Culver’s for their homemade iced custard. Hubby does enjoy this and with the temps in the low to mid 70s today it will be a good treat. The Farmer’s Market makes their own as well. However, by the time I reach the rehab it becomes a drink. They also do not have hot fudge for a topping.

I will start on our taxes beginning of next week. I have one loose end to do on line and that should be the end of everything. I hope.

We had some much needed rain and more expected this afternoon. It will not be enough for our drought situation, but every little bit will help. Hope you all have a great day and then some. Rain is expected this evening. Have umbrella, will walk between the droplets, if possible.

@sheba2011

I didn’t realize your daughter lives in Boston. I kept thinking she was in Georgia. I can visualize that sigh of relief that she is safe at home. Guess she will be returning to work n hext week. Happy she is safe. You must have been on pins and needles yesterday.

I ended up taking your advice and stayed home. I must admit that the “smart water” came in handy. One of the best advice I’ve received. Hope to have some on hand for the high temps and humidity which could begin anytime now. Florida weather predictions are almost as bad as the northeast. (LOL).

@taci,

Good morning in S. California. 😎🎈I hope you and your family will enjoy this day.
OZ has some wicked weather coming this way and I am fine with that. 😎

Here is to safe and happy trails. 😎🎈

@shoelady60,

Good day in the ‘burgh. 🎈😎I can breathe a bit easier today our daughter just landed in
Boston where she lives. Daughter was in Qatar last night before it was bombed this morning.
She went through the UK and her flight has landed in Boston where she is.

I can’t wait to talk to her once she is settled in. For the record she had a fantastic time.
This was a retreat and Yoga sessions daughter left after two weeks in the nick of time.
Daughter is a Professional Journalist and Photographer so I am sure she has something
to write about. I am just thankful she is back on Boston soil. 💕😎🎈

Enjoy your visit with your mother. 🎈😎💕 I miss your sister already.

Sending warm hugs to you and Jake. 💕😎

@sheba2011

OMG! A thank you prayer to the Lord for watching over your daughter.🙏 Maybe next time they can do a retreat near Boston, lol! In her profession, I’m sure she has been in many situations which doesn’t help mama’s nerves.😟 Happy she is home.

Spent the afternoon with mom. Like you, she is missing sis and counting down the days when she’ll be back. She hasn’t even left the port yet!🤣 Sis sent a picture of her first drink onboard.🍹

Lost the hockey game today in overtime but at least we got one point. It will be a tight squeeze to the finish.

Hang in there with the cold weather, it is coming here tomorrow and the beginning of the week. Probably more snow, sigh. Lots of hugs to you and Poppy.🤗💖

NATIONAL POLAR BEAR DAY

National Polar Bear Day, also known as International Polar Bear Day, focuses our attention on conservation efforts and learning more about the fabulous polar bear on February 27th.

POKÉMON DAY

February 27 is officially Pokémon Day on the National Day Calendar. We are taking you on a journey through the world of Pokémon to learn why the Pokémon brand has reached the hearts of millions of kids, adults and fans across the globe.

NATIONAL RETRO DAY

On February 27, National Retro Day takes us back to a time before smartphones and the internet. Every generation looks back and asks, “Remember when?” and this celebration indulges our love for the good ol’ days while remaining in the present.

NATIONAL SKIP THE STRAW DAY

On the fourth Friday in February, The Coral Keepers ask you to consider a different way on National Skip the Straw Day! For thousands of years, humans have enjoyed slurping a refreshing beverage through a cylindrical tube.

NATIONAL KAHLUA DAY

National Kahlua Day on February 27th recognizes the rich, cream coffee liqueur that also serves up a great many delicious desserts! To celebrate, you may want to use Kahlua, a coffee-flavored rum-based liquor, to flavor your ice cream or another dessert such as cheesecake or cake. It also tastes great in coffee, hot chocolate, creamy cocktails, as a shot or on the rocks.

NATIONAL STRAWBERRY DAY

We continue with February’s heart-shaped and red theme by observing National Strawberry Day on February 27th. These juicy, sweet berries can brighten up any dish and are delicious all on their own.

ANOSMIA AWARENESS DAY

Anosmia Awareness Day on February 27th brings attention to a condition causing a loss of smell. Of all our senses, smell perhaps is taken for granted more than any other.

Good morning Peeps and enjoy the HSN Community. 💕🎈😎

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With the massive explosion of news this week that INXS have been nominated for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame — it feels only right that we begin by honouring the man whose presence lit the fuse and whose spirit still echoes through every note…
✨ Michael Hutchence – The Magnetic Frontman
There are frontmen… and then there was Michael Hutchence.
Born with an intensity you simply can’t manufacture, Michael wasn’t just the lead singer of INXS — he was the conduit. The alchemist. The man who could turn a groove into a global movement.
From the early pub days in Australia to stadiums across the world, Michael possessed that rare, dangerous blend of vulnerability and swagger. He could stalk a stage like a panther one minute… and the next, pull you in with a whisper that felt like it was meant only for you.
🎤 The Voice
Sultry. Soulful. Unmistakable.
Listen to the raw ache in “Never Tear Us Apart.”
Feel the playful strut in “New Sensation.”
Witness the primal fire in “Devil Inside.”
Michael didn’t just sing songs — he inhabited them. He bent around the rhythm section like smoke around a flame. His phrasing was elastic, seductive, emotionally intelligent. He understood tension and release not just musically, but physically.
🔥 The Performer
Long before social media and viral moments, Michael Hutchence was the moment.
Watch footage from Wembley in 1991. Those stripy pants That hair. That smirk. That absolute command of over 70,000 people. He didn’t demand attention — he magnetised it. There was a theatricality there, yes — but it never felt forced. It was instinctual.
He made danger look elegant.
🖤 The Poet
Beyond the charisma was a deeply thoughtful lyricist. Alongside Andrew Farriss, Michael co-wrote some of the most enduring songs of the late 20th century. There was sensuality, yes — but also introspection, longing, social commentary and heart.
He was curious about the world. About people. About love and its complexities.
🌏 The Global Impact
From Sydney pubs to MTV domination, Michael helped take an Australian band and make them international icons. He carried the mystique of old-school rock stars but lived in a modern, media-saturated world. He navigated fame, adoration, criticism and personal battles — all under the spotlight.
And yet, nearly three decades on, his presence hasn’t faded. New generations still discover him. Still ask, “Who is that?” Still fall under the spell.
That is legacy.

@oodiebom,

Good day on the Gulf Coast of Florida. 😎🎈Oz is sunny today and then back to winter.
Tax season so lot’s of paper work to do.

How is your sinus doing? I know you take meds just be careful driving. 🎈

Oodie let me know how things are going for you. Take a day off if needed. 😎

@sheba2011

I ordered a dinner at the rehab yesterday. It was supposed to be a grilled cheese sandwich with soup and dessert. The dessert was canned pears which I left due to the processing. The grilled cheese was just toasted bread with cheese (one slice) put between the bread and it came with tomato soup. and a cucumber salad. I ate the cheese sandwich and gave the soup to hubs. He did not want the pears. The cucumbers were soaked in dressing. I still ended up with a severe case of sulfites. I sort of blacked out, but was able to take one pill prior. I felt it oncoming. I scared hubs who called for help using the buzzer. I need to say that was the first time he ever used it. The nurse came in and I was able to say sulfite. I could hear hubs calling me, but could not open the eyes and if I did so, everything would have been dark. From start to finish, it took me almost two hours to be able to drive home. By the time I left, hubs was sound asleep. The RN let me out and then watched me walk to the car. She did not move away from the window until I left the parking lot.

I forgot that the water was to be turned off today. Remembered when I wanted to use the shower. It is still off as I type. I surmise that the turnoff has something to do with the sewer system since the city has been redoing it since the beginning of February. There are roads that are not passable. Guess this will be on going until sometime in June.

Yes, I am feeling better. Just tired. Will stay home today and as long as we do not have a lightning show tomorrow will see hubs.

Oodie, Oh my, sorry about your allergic reaction. Take it easy.

@oodiebom,

Good Evening i had a feeling if you ate some of the Rehab you would have a reaction.
I brushed it off as i knew you always have your meds. So sorry this happened.

Hey take it easy and at least let the Rehab know if you cannot visit your husband tomorrow.

I wish you had someone with you who you care about and trust. 💕

Enjoy some hot tea and your Manuka Honey. Please let me know how you are doing
when you feel like it tomorrow. Good Night and Rest Well. 💕

@taci,

Good morning in S. California. 😎🎈What a beautiful day Oz is having today and I will
enjoy it all. 😎

We are getting hit this weekend.

Well Tax Season i just love it.

Taci enjoy what you do today. 😎🎈Here is to safe and happy trails.

Sheba, glad you have a break from some of the winter weather.
It was very warm here today and I sat outside for about 30 minutes.
Usually I don’t go out in the sun but it was so nice.

The picture above is very pretty.

Hope all is ok with the family and the calls you mentioned..

@shoelady60,

Good day in the ‘burgh. 🎈😎💕I want to give you a big congrats on your team winning.
Wow what a score. 💕😎🎈

Just bask in all that glory. 😎🎈💕

Sending warm hugs to you and Jake. 😎 Fish for dinner tonight. 💕

@sheba2011

Thanks for the shoutout. They picked it up in the third period. One down, a bunch yet to go. Glad they won after having two weeks off. The crowd did a great ovation at the beginning of the game for Jack Hughes, nice touch.🏒🥅🏅

Sis on her way to Florida. Did some grocery shopping today.🛒 Have to alter my schedule to fit in visits with mom. Stopping to check in on her tomorrow.

I think I’ll have a little Kahlua tonight while I relax.😊 Sending Michael Hutchence (one of our favorites) music and hugs to you and Poppy.🤗💖

@shoelady60,

Good Evening I do hope you are relaxing. I have something to tell you when the time
is right. Please take care of your mom. 😎💕😘

I understand about having to adjust your schedule. I hope your sister have a wonderful
Cruise. 😎🎈💕

Here is to a nice Friday Night. 😘Sweet Dreams my friend.

Great Hockey Game last night. 🎈

Mariah Carey Lyrics
“Butterfly”

When you love someone so deeply
They become your life
It’s easy to succumb to overwhelming fears inside
Blindly I imagined I could keep you under glass
Now I understand to hold you I must open up my hands
And watch you rise

Spread your wings and prepare to fly
For you have become a butterfly
Oh, fly abandonedly into the sun
If you should return to me
We truly were meant to be
So spread your wings and fly
Butterfly

I have learned that beauty has to flourish in the light
Wild horses run unbridled or their spirit dies
You have given me the courage to be all that I can
And I truly feel your heart will lead you back to me
When you’re ready to land

Spread your wings and prepare to fly
For you have become a butterfly
Oh, fly abandonedly into the sun
If you should return to me
We truly were meant to be
So spread your wings and fly
Butterfly

I can’t pretend these tears aren’t overflowing steadily
I can’t prevent this hurt from almost overtaking me
But I will stand and say goodbye
For you’ll never be mine
Until you know the way it feels to fly

Spread your wings and prepare to fly
For you have become a butterfly
Oh, fly abandonedly into the sun
If you should return to me (I will know you’re mine)
We truly were meant to be
So spread your wings and fly, butterfly (My butterfly)
Spread your wings and prepare to fly
For you have become a butterfly
Oh, fly abandonedly into the sun
If you should return to me
We truly were meant to be
So spread your wings and fly
Butterfly (Fly)
So flutter through the sky
Butterfly… fly
Spread your wings and fly
Butterfly

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Getting our glow back one step at a time…

Setting boundaries and saying no to what drains you…feeling good about your choices, taking care of your soul and saving your energy for things that bring you joy and light…❄️ that’s self love and that’s getting us so back! 💌⛄️

Symphony of the Silent Dance
The future is a canvas stretching from today’s silence, where every quiet movement choreographs an unspoken destiny.

NATIONAL CHILI DAY
National Chili Day on the fourth Thursday in February honors one of America’s favorite winter dishes–chili. It’s also known as chili con carne (chili with meat).

NATIONAL SMALL DOG DAY

The last Thursday in February is National Small Dog Day and specifically dedicated to celebrating the small dogs in the pack, their mighty personalities, and the huge impact they have on our lives. Join us as we highlight the endearing and unique attributes and distinct traits of small dogs.

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NATIONAL SET A GOOD EXAMPLE DAY

When we observe kindness in others, we are often inspired to offer kindness ourselves. Someone set a good example for us to follow, and we must continue those good examples for others in our lives. National Set A Good Example Day on February 26th encourages us to set a good example that inspires others.

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CARPE DIEM DAY

National Day Calendar is seizing the day on February 26 in celebration of National Carpe Diem Day! We are being mindful and living in the present moment to enjoy life the only way we know how: To Celebrate Every Day with intention and gratitude!

NATIONAL TOAST DAY

Would you believe National Toast Day honoring the humble slice is on the Last Thursday in February? But it is so very versatile. It carries a multitude of jams, jellies, marmalades and fruit compotes. We don’t stop there. Toast transports proteins and veggies, sprouts, and soaks up sauces and drippings.

NATIONAL LETTER TO AN ELDER DAY

Every year on February 26th, National Letter to an Elder Day encourages putting pen to paper and writing to an elder you know. The day serves to remind that loved ones enjoy hearing from us and that a simple letter brightens their day.

NATIONAL TELL A FAIRY TALE DAY

On February 26th, have a happily ever after kind of day. It is National Tell A Fairy Tale Day! What were once oral histories, myths, and legends retold around the fire or by traveling storytellers, have been written down and become known the world over as fairy tales.

NATIONAL PISTACHIO DAY

February 26th recognizes all things pistachio and National Pistachio Day is the day to celebrate! Pistachio lovers rejoice as they eat their favorite nut all day long. For those who do not eat pistachios, buy some and give them to someone who does. Crack them open and eat them up or enjoy them in ice cream or your favorite pistachio dessert!

Good Morning Peeps and enjoy the HSN Community. 😎🎈

Enjoy what you do.

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@oodiebom,

@sheba2011

Good Afternoon. The sun is out and temps are finally in the low 70s. Rain on Saturday and another cold front to look forward to next week. This is so different from what I am used to in Florida. We usually have an early spring in February, but not this year. Oh well. Need to make the best of it as my grandparents used to say.

I am getting ready to visit hubs. Need to get rid of a sinus headache first and then make some soup for hubs. I will have a chicken sandwich, unless the Rehab has something better.

@oodiebom,

Good Evening your meal sounds good. If you look at yesterday’s post it was
National Clam Chowder Day. I think that is something your husband may love to
have. 💕😎

Oz will have rain, sleet and snow this weekend. I am fine with that. 😎💕

i don’t know what Mass. looks like but our daughter will return this weekend.
i am thankful she has friends who will bring her to home from the Airport. 😎
They have been on a amazing trip for two weeks she is wants to get home to
her cat. LOL! I get pictures everyday and they are amazing. 😎💕

I had a nice Sam’s Club Delivery today it beats fighting the crowd. My orders can with
an hour. 💕🎈

Oodie enjoy your evening and do what ever you like. 💕Goodnight and peaceful dreams.

@taci,

Sheba, Hello! How are things going in Oz?
We’re having some warm sunny days.

@taci,

Good Evening things are fine in OZ. 🎈😎 I have family matters going on and we are
dealing with it. This is not in OZ but in another State.

i have a ton of Perlier and Korres bath works and I am going to jump into the shower. 😎🎈
I just got a huge container from HSN today great price and this will last. I have it in
Honey Miel and The Perlier Shea Butter Almond. 😎🎈💕

Taci curl up with a good book, movie or music here is to a wonderful California Night. 💕😎

@shoelady60,

Enjoy your day in the ‘burgh. Spring is coming. 😎💕🎈

Sending warm sunshine to you and Jake. 🎈😎💕

@sheba2011

Hope you had a good day. Did a lot of catching up on little things today. Watching the hockey game right now, kind of boring. May switch the channel.

Sending hugs and kisses to you and Poppy.🤗💖

@shoelady60,

Good Evening I am getting caught up on some sleep and other things. The Games
kept me up morning and night. 😎💕

Oz is alright tonight but come Sunday ole man winter will return. I am fine with that. 💕

Lent we are having Fish I love the Fish Dinners. 💕

Hey get some rest you will need all your energy for your mother. 💕😎🎈

Sorry about the Game i think they may be tired from all the traveling and and a very
exciting time. 😎

Sweet Dreams my friend. 🎈💕

Always Remember Us This Way
Song by Lady Gaga

… That Arizona sky burnin’ in your eyes
You look at me and, babe, I wanna catch on fire
It’s buried in my soul like California gold
You found the light in me that I couldn’t find
… So when I’m all choked up
And I can’t find the words
Every time we say goodbye
Baby, it hurts
When the sun goes down
And the band won’t play
I’ll always remember us this way
… Lovers in the night
Poets tryin’ to write
We don’t know how to rhyme
But, , we try
But all I really know
You’re where I wanna go
The part of me that’s you will never die
… So when I’m all choked up
And I can’t find the words
Every time we say goodbye
Baby, it hurts
When the sun goes down
And the band won’t play
I’ll always remember us this way
… Oh, yeah
I don’t wanna be just a memory, baby, yeah
Hoo, hoo, hoo, hoo
Hoo, hoo, hoo, hoo
Hoo, hoo, hoo, hoo, hoo
… So when I’m all choked up
And I can’t find the words
Every time we say goodbye
Baby, it hurts
When the sun goes down
And the band won’t play
I’ll always remember us this way, way, yeah
When you look at me
And the whole world fades
I’ll always remember us this way

NATIONAL CLAM CHOWDER DAY

In chowder, along with the clams, it is common to find diced potatoes, onions (often sautéed with pork or bacon drippings) and celery.

NATIONAL CHOCOLATE-COVERED NUT DAY

National Chocolate-Covered Nut Day on February 25th recognizes the delicious and crunchy snack drizzled, covered, dunked, or smothered in chocolate. Your possibilities are endless and are sure to drive you nuts deciding which combination you will choose!

Good day Peeps and enjoy the HSN Community. 😎🎈

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A mom will text her twenty-year-old child,
letting him know it’s going to rain and not to forget an umbrella.⁣
⁣
She calls to see how the first day of school separation went for her grandkids and if her daughter made it to the car before tears streamed down her face.⁣
⁣
She watches her daughter’s baby,
so she can shower and take care of her postpartum body.⁣
⁣
She texts her forty-year-old son,
making sure he’s home safe from a wedding because knowing that is still the only way she can sleep well.⁣
⁣
She buys her thirty-four-year-old daughter Wetzel’s Pretzels when she goes to the mall,
because she knows how much her daughter loves them.⁣
⁣
And no,
she no longer needs to do these things,⁣ but she does them anyway.⁣
⁣
Because a mother always wants to make life easier for her kids when she can⁣,
even when they’re capable,
responsible humans and can do all the things for themselves.⁣
⁣
And she always wants to know they’re safe.⁣
⁣
Because mothering doesn’t stop when her kids turn eighteen,
move far away,
or have their own kids.⁣
⁣
It just changes.⁣

😎💕

@oodiebom,

Good day on the Gulf Coast of Florida. 💕😎🎈Oodie take it easy today.

I am thinking about you and I know you have a lot going on.

Oz is very nice today. 🎈😎

Oodie, You really had a lot of fun in New London. The people you met and music alone sound so wonderful.
I remember climbing on those rocks by the water, wet and slippery but so much fun!

@taci,

Good morning in S. California this may be a good day for the trails. I am going for a long
one today. I need to feel the sun on my face and get those endorphins up. 😎💕

Enjoy what you do. 🎈

Sheba, Your walk sounds nice, Hope you and Poppy had fun!
My very early morning started with what should have been a 30-40 minute drive being 90 minutes (one way). I got there with 4 minutes to spare. There was a lot of traffic plus construction.
Came home and sat outside to get some sun so I know what you mean about needing that sun!
I’m watching a Top Chef rerun and Anthony Bourdain is on it. I’ll catch up on my exercise tomorrow.
Glad your Niece and her friends are educated and successful. It’s great for their future too.

@taci,

Good evening I don’t know what is going on in California but this is a very open secret
and everyone knows it. I feel these young people should be living in their own country.

Oh they pay US Taxes and work in California but cannot afford the high price of housing.
Very sad. i will leave it at that.

Feels good to have a little warm weather. 🎈😎

Love Anthony Bourdain. 😎🎈I never missed a show of Parts Unknown. 🎈😎

@taci

Hi. I loved going to the Boardwalk in New London, Ct.. Also liked the area for changing from street clothes to a bathing suit. The Boardwalk had many delights. Ice cream (some soft served), a take out food area and on the other side the famous Merry-Go Round and the Dodgem Cars. Both places I thoroughly enjoyed. While dating hubby we used to walk to the other side to play mini golf and in the winter played the Arcade games. Some were free due to the offseason. For some reason he always let me win. LOL.. The parking lot was always full and there was never a charge to spend the day at the beach. Of course, today, it will cost you to park there. The beach was always full. The sand always hot to the bottom of your feet. The ocean always cold until you got used to it. As you meandered to the right you had huge rocks with mussels attached. The other side was for the people who lived in Waterford, Ct.. Many years later this spot became the venue for “Summer Music” on Thursdays. It was always something to look forward to. Bring a blanket or quilt and lay it on the ground and begin your own picnic. Sometimes we would bring a bottle of wine ,other times a soft drink. We met Yoyo Ma during intermission. Harry Belafonte (my favorite and still is), Canadian Brass. Empire Brass (another favorite). Rolf Smedvig started this group and today he is still my favorite horn player. His feeling for the composers really shines through. He doesn’t just play the notes, he feels them. These just to name a few. It was loads of fun and you had a choice. You could remain on the grounds or go into the tent for the show. We did both.

@shoelady60,

Good day in the ‘burgh. 😎💕🎈I hope your husband enjoy the Hockey Game tonight.
I know it will be an interesting Game. 💕😎

I hope your sister has a ball on her Cruise. 😎💕🎈 Please take it easy and do as little
as possible. 😘

Glad the snow is almost one and done. 💕

Sending cool vibes to you and Jake. 💕😎

@shoelady60

Great minds think alike. The cruise your sister is going on sounds delightful. February is a great month to put your feet up and to enjoy the ocean breezes. Our weather in Florida will be changing beginning tomorrow with temps approaching 70 degrees and by next week the 80s. Believe it or not, it is still not too late for you mom to change her mind. It will do her good to find a spot to sit and maybe read a book or two. Or she can completely relax by the pool. Your sister’s cabin may have an extra bed and packing can be done in an hour or two. Bet there is still room on the plane. You never know. Anyway, hubs and I always enjoyed a cruise in February. It was always a last minute thing to do after a harsh winter and before driving the 1350 miles North. I wish safe travels for your sister. Do not get off the ship if one of the stops is in Mexico. At least, not this time.

@sheba2011

Woke up to a little more snow.❄️ Each day most of it melts and every morning it is white outside this week. The groundhog nailed his prediction.

Hockey game is tomorrow night and we lost our star player for the next month. Crosby got injured during the Olympics and found out today he will be out at least four weeks.😫 The season is over in April and might not make the playoffs without him.

Worked on taxes today since I won’t have a lot of time with sis gone. Still missing the Olympics. Have a cozy evening, sending big hugs to you and Poppy.🤗💖

@shoelady60,

Good Evening i hope your husband the Friday Hockey Game. 😎🎈i am so sorry
about the star player that sucks it reminds me of Patrick Mahomes.

Did you hear the news the wedding is still on and yeah it’s in Rhode island. 💕

Here enjoy your evening and may that snow just go.

We have some more coming this weekend so Shizzle!

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@oodiebom,

Good day on the Gulf Coast of Florida. 😎🎈💕 Oz is alright today a bit cloudy.

Here is to a good day. 🎈😎

@sheba2011

I am taking your advice and staying in to play a bit of catchup. Both homes in the North were deluged with more than 20″ of the white stuff. I know the entire Cape has no electricity, This also means that the gas is off in our home at the Cape so there will be no heat even after the electrical is turned on. Someone will need to reignite the pilot. Right now I am just hoping that the roofs on both homes do not cave in with the heavy snow. More snow expected tomorrow. All roads and highways leading to the Cape are closed. Yes, I do remember the blizzard of 76. I was working in New London Ct. which was approximately 14 miles door to door. When we awoke that morning hubs and I expected to see tons of snow. Instead there was beautiful sunshine and no cloud in the sky. We thought the weather people got it all wrong. Working in an office where the only windows were from the back and front doors, we had no idea what was going on. About 1pm that day the office was told to close. There was many inches of white already on the ground and on vehicles in the parking lot. I made a stop at McDonalds for Big Mac dinners and milkshakes for everyone at my mother-in-laws home. Hubby, at that time was on crutches for a knee injury and ended up staying at the house. We had help for him mom and the four of us welcomed the meal. I left while I could to make it to our apartment which was up a very steep hill. Thankfully, my car made it. At that time I had a tuxedo cat who was perched on my kitchen’s window sill trying to stay warm. And there I was for the next three or four days. Delivery of food, water and milk was by helicopter. Bread also and some other goodies. There was no way in or out, though hubs did make it to his office on the second day. I was told to go to the Norwich office, but there was no way in or out at the time. Hubs let it be known where I was and why I could not get out. Walking would not be OK. It was one snowdrift after another and besides it was very cold. Definitely not a good idea.

@oodiebom,

Good Evening I hope you are able to have someone check out your property when
the snow melts a bit and can take an assessment with pictures. Oodie that is a lot
to handle.

I am glad you had a me day that just means doing whatever needs to be done.

Some days you just need time to breathe. 😎

All that snow is a bit much for anyone to handle. Glad you are safe and in Florida. 😎
kick back and have a nice cup of tea and enjoy whatever you like. 💕

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Oodie, You mentioned New London Ct. Oh my, memories. We used to go to the Boardwalk and beaches there when very young. I even remember an awesome Pool and Polka pavilion.
Hope you got to enjoy it as well! That storm sounds scary.

@oodiebom

You must have had ESP yesterday. Sis is leaving on Friday for back to back cruises out of Florida. The first one is seven days and the second is ten days. Mom is not going. She feels that is a little too long at her age. I think she is a little scared after breaking her arm (she is doing well) and I think she feels sis won’t have a nice time if she has to babysit her.

@taci,

Good Morning in S. California. 😎🎈Taci I am watching the Bob Mackie Documentary.
I will let you know what I think of it. This is on TCM OnDemand.

I hope your son is enjoying the snow if there is any. 😎🎈

Here is to happy trails. 😎

Sheba, that movie sounds really good!
Not much snow boarding for my son this year so far. He hoped to go while in Spain but it was just too treacherous.
Been thinking about your relative and her friends South of the Border and not my business, but I sure hope they cross back for good.
Have a good evening!

@taci,

Good Evening my niece friends are all college educated and straight out of California.
Niece told me they had to move there due to rent and housing being too high.

I face-timed her last night she is safe in California and she is a professor at University
and so are some of her friends. These kids are paying off student loans and then some.
There are 100’s of them living there due to necessity. All the kids are 100% American
from all over the country. I hope they all stay safe. 💕

Here is to a relaxing evening I have loved Bob Mackie since he started dressing Cher who
can wear is couture fashions like no one. 😎💕

@shoelady60,

Good day in the ‘burgh. 😎🎈💕How are things going for you? The snow I know
you are tired of it.

I hope you have power.

Sending warm hugs to you and Jake please be safe. 💕😎

@sheba2011

All is okay in the ‘burgh. We only got about two inches of snow in the last two days. No problems with roads or power.

Spent the day with mom and sis. Got our nails done and had lunch.💅 Sis is leaving Friday for back to back cruises out of Florida.🛳️ First one is seven days and the second is ten days. She’ll be back the third week of March so I will be very busy for a few weeks.

Hope you’re getting a touch of Spring and your cold is gone. Sending warm hugs to you and Poppy.🤗💖

@shoelady60,

Good Evening I am so glad the storm is over. 😎🎈I am having Spring Fever for sure.
Oz is alright at least we are not freezing tonight.💕

I want to wish your sister safe travels on her back to back Cruises. 💕😎i hope she has
a great time. i am surprised your mom is not going and I understand about the hand.

I also get you will be super busy during this time i will still post to you just post when
you are able don’t worry about it. 😎

The cold is long gone and I had to handle it. 💕 Spring will be here soon.

i hope your husband have a wonderful time at the Hockey Game tomorrow. 😎🎈

Sending you sweet dreams and a restful evening. 💕😘