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NATIONAL GROUNDHOG DAY

National Groundhog Day on February 2nd each year asks one question. Will he see his shadow? Ok, well, maybe it asks another question. Will there be six more weeks of winter? The day is celebrated each year in the United States and Canada.

NATIONAL TATER TOT DAY

On February 2nd, National Tater Tot Day recognizes a kitchen staple. In the United States, we consume approximately 3.5 billion of these nuggets of potato goodness per year.

NATIONAL UKULELE DAY

February 2 is National Ukulele Day and we’re giving you permission to strum away the winter blues. Join us as we explain why this affordable, portable, and notorious instrument not only has a rich history, but is guaranteed to make you smile if you play.

NATIONAL HEAVENLY HASH DAY

National Heavenly Hash Day on February 2nd recognizes a family favorite that covers a variety of desserts with a common ingredient.

When it comes to defining Heavenly Hash, the only ingredient that seems for certain is a variety of marshmallows, marshmallow creme or whip. Other ingredients vary, though. Some recipes create delicious cakes with chocolate and marshmallow. And yet, others lean more toward a fruit salad with whipped cream and a variety of nuts or chocolate bars added. Nearly every brand of ice cream has its version of Heavenly Hash with nuts and chocolate included, too.

However, the common ingredient seems to always be a form of marshmallow bringing the dish to a heavenly flavor perfect for potlucks and family gatherings.

Good Boy. 😎

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. 🎈😎Oz is in a heat wave we are in the 30’s.
I hope you are able to visit your husband today if possible.

New Month New Thread. 😎🎈

Loving Heidi Daus. 💕😎🎈Heidi has another show this evening.

Yeah Shoelady60 is on my mind I am sure she will post when she can.
Praying for both her and her husband. 💕

Enjoy the day Oodie. 🎈

@taci,

Good morning in S. California. 🎈😎Taci sorry you had a fall. So glad you kept it moving. 💕
Welcome to a new month and a new thread. 😎🎈

Looking forward to hearing from Shoelady60. I am sure she will post when she can.

Taci enjoy the trails and all it’s beauty. 😎🎈 Heidi has another show this evening. 💕

@shoelady60,

Good day in the ‘burgh Lady. I think you know you and hubby are on all of our minds. 💕🎈😎
I hope the treatments are working and you are getting some rest.

Wishing you and hubby all the best and a quick recovery. Hey Phil as you may know
thinks we may have another six weeks of winter. 😎 Whatever!

Sending warm prayers to you and hubby. 💕

@sheba2011

Hubs got home this afternoon with a handful of scripts. I think he had a little more than a bronchial infection but I’m not in the mood to read a foreign language right now. Sis and I stopped yesterday to visit and he was in good spirits. I did not go to pick him up today, too tired from yesterday, so sis was the chauffeur. He is feeling pretty good – my hubs is a warrior! Now I have to get me well. The hospital gave us cups of cereal and six meals for lunch/dinner so I won’t have to cook for a couple days. Nice touch!👍👍👍

Everyone – thanks for all your prayers and concerns. It means the world to me to have such wonderful online friends.💕🥰💕

Phil is a neighbor of mine and not real accurate. You’re better off following Staten Island Chuck who, supposedly, is like 80% correct though he also saw his shadow. If the two under my shed would come out, I’ll ask them.🤔

Sending warm, loving hugs to you and Poppy.🤗💖

@shoelady60

You are so very fortunate to have a sister that has heart. Not every family is close knit or have siblings that care. Kudos to your sister who acted as a chauffeur for you and hubs. A hospital who not only gave you meds, but also took the time to pack some food to help with the recovery. Good to know you are both in good hands. Now go put your feet up and watch whatever. Glad you are both home safe and sound.

@shoelady60,

Good Evening I am so glad to see you post. 😎🎈😘I know your husband is glad to be
home.

I want you both to rest and just heal.

I knew your sister would come for you she is an angel and I have always told you so. 💕😎

Goodnight to you and Jake my friend. 💕😘

Sheba, Happy 35th!
Sorry for not knowing but what happened in TN?
Tried to hike today and heard the wildlife yipping so turned around (well ran) and went to
the gym for the treadmill. Much happier there 🙂

Glad we heard from Shoelady and that her hubs is out of the hospital.

@sheba2011

Hi and good evening. Had problems with the new Hot water tank for heat. Contacted the plumber and around 4pm received a phone call that the heater was working well and the problem is with the City. Seems they lower the electricity during the day to conserve energy. Wish they would have said something in their monthly newsletter or online. Now I know. But it did keep me from visiting hubs.

Temps have started to rise. Today we reached 51 and as I type it is 41. We have another night of wind and cold temps and then this part will be on more. Hopefully, we will be in the 60s tomorrow. Another cool down begins Wednesday, but the weekend looks nice and we should be back to the 70s. Tonight’s temp will be in the 30s. Not sure for the rest of the week.

I was able to catch Heidi and tried for one of her pins, but it sold out. I managed to put it into favorites in case it returns. Saw a coupon and used it on other things from Heidi. Guess she will not return until March. This visit was too short.

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NATIONAL TAKE A CRUISE DAY

Get ready to set sail on February 3 because we’re celebrating National Take a Cruise Day! This is the perfect time to start planning an epic voyage on the high seas. Whether you’ve been dreaming of taking a cruise or are a seasoned cruiser, we are encouraging you to use this day to explore and book your vacation aboard a cruise ship.

NATIONAL MISSING PERSONS DAY

On February 3rd, National Missing Persons Day focuses the country’s attention long enough to recognize a missing person.

It might be surprising to learn that every day in the United States, approximately 2,300 people are reported missing. However, those numbers no longer surprise anyone making the report, waiting at home for their loved one, or actively looking for them.

When such a large part of our lives goes missing, it leaves a profound void. It’s not a fillable space. Those who have experienced it, those who report 2,300 missing people per day, know.

Everyone has a friend, mother, sibling, child, neighbor, or coworker they see every day. No one expects to have them mysteriously and disappear from their lives with no explanation. It’s a challenging thought. One so difficult to contemplate, it makes it hard to attract the attention of those unfamiliar with the missing person to become involved.

NATIONALWOMEN PHYSICIANS DAY

On February 3rd, honor the path that female doctors have paved since 1849 as we recognize National Women Physicians Day.

This day marks the birthday of Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman to receive a medical degree in the United States in 1849. Dr. Blackwell initiated the movement that helped women gain entry and equality in the field of medicine.

FOUR CHAPLAINS DAY

On February 3rd each year, Four Chaplains Day honors four military chaplains from World War II who sacrificed their lives for fellow service members.

Chaplains in the military are an integral part of the service environment. They provide counseling, spiritual guidance, conduct services, and religious rites, among other responsibilities, and serve all over the globe. If there are military personnel stationed there, chaplains are too.

During World War II, four chaplains who had attended Chaplain School together at Harvard boarded the Dorchester en route to the Army Command Base in southern Greenland. Aboard the ship were 904 service members.

The four chaplains were Reverend George L. Fox, a Methodist minister, Reverend Clark V. Poling of the Reformed Church of America, Rabbi Alexander D. Goode, and Father John P. Washington of the Roman Catholic Church. Their voyage began on January 23, 1943. At the time, German U-Boats were patrolling the area, and the convoy was on high alert. When a German submarine torpedoed the Dorchester on February 3, 1943, in the frigid waters off the coast of Newfoundland, chaos ensued.

Eyewitnesses recounted the chaplains’ heroism, including giving their life jackets and gloves to other service members. They prayed with service members, assisting them into lifeboats. The four chaplains remained on the sinking Dorchester. Only 230 men were rescued from the waters.

Congress awarded the four chaplains the Four Chaplains Medal in 1960.

NATIONAL THE DAY THE MUSIC DIED DAY

The Day the Music Died Day on February 3rd remembers the unfortunate and untimely death of singers 22-year-old Buddy Holly, 17-year-old Ritchie Valens, and 28-year-old J. P. Richardson, aka: “The Big Bopper.” These three artists died in an airplane accident on February 3, 1959, near Clear Lake, Iowa. Their pilot, Roger Peterson, also perished in the crash.

NATIONAL CARROT CAKE DAY

National Carrot Cake Day on February 3rd, celebrates one of America’s favorite flavors of cake. In the carrot cake, we get to eat our cake and veggies, too!

The Allure of Inner Beauty
Solitude is a sacred temple for the soul, a place where true inner beauty dances within the embrace of eternal silence.

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@oodiebom,

Good day on the Gulf Coast of Florida. 🎈😎Oodie unless the schedule change
Heidi Daus is due to be here on HSN March 11. 😎😘💕

Too short indeed I can remember the days we would all have our snacks and had
a good time with Heidi. 💕😎

Well here is to warmer weather. 😎OZ is in the 30’s but we have the sun.

Oodie glad you up and about take care today.

@taci,

Good Morning in S. California. 😎🎈I applaud you for turning back on your hike when
you heard some animals sound smart girl.

Thank you for the Shout Out on Thread number 35 going on 13 solid years. 😎💕

Taci the State of Tenn still have a lot of power outage since the storm from last week.
Many people have passed in their homes. The trees are the problem so sad.

Some of my family are without power and some have power this is a long time to be without
heat and lights in this weather. I am checking on my Aunt and so far she is fine I have
many cousins who live there so everyone is covered. 💕😎

Here is to safe and happy trails. 😎

@shoelady60,

Good day in the ‘burgh. 😎💕🎈So glad hubby is home and healing.
Glad the hospital gave you food that is so sweet and so rare to hear. 💕

Give you sister a big hug from me when you can. 🎈💕

Keep warm and don’t do too much just get well.

Sending warm and safe vibes to you and Jake. 🎈😎

@sheba2011

Hubs doing well, I’m still taking an antibiotic and cough pills.🤧 Tired of the cold, we have not been above freezing in two week and won’t be the rest of this week.🥶 Getting more snow on Friday.

No plans for the rest of the week, just taking it day by day. Olympics will be starting.🥇 I’m not even excited for the Super Bowl this year but I’ll watch.

Enjoy the evening by the fireplace. Hugs all around to everyone.🤗💖

@shoelady60,

Good Evening I forgot the Super Bowl will be on Sunday. Well our guys are not playing but
I will watch all of it. 😎May the best team win.

I can’t wait for the Olympics I love it. 💕😎

Hey very sad about Savannah Guthrie’s mom being missing. I have never heard of
anything like this. This is awful.

Here enjoy a nice hot toddy and stay warm. 💕 I am going to jump in the shower
and take a nice Perlier Honey Shower and all the creams that go with it. 💕😎

All the animals are fed I am so happy to see every one of them.

Sweet Dreams and rest for both you and hubby. 💕

Sheba, Thanks for the TN information. Wonder if they have generators in the garage or buy one to help in the interim. Lets hope the electricity goes on soon. The thought of passing because of it is awful.

35! is an achievement and I enjoy the visual beauty of your posts.

I’ve been enjoying JK today. Hubs was working on cars and tires and things like that so I took a walk in the neighborhood. Hubs says when I run out it may encourage critters to chase, but they were far enough away that it wasn’t a concern.

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Good Morning Peeps and welcome to the HSN Community. 😎🎈
Stay safe and warm out there and enjoy what you do.

This is for the California Girls. 😎🎈

Don McLean Lyrics
“American Pie”

A long, long time ago
I can still remember how that music used to make me smile
And I knew if I had my chance
That I could make those people dance
And maybe they’d be happy for a while

But February made me shiver
With every paper I’d deliver
Bad news on the doorstep
I couldn’t take one more step

I can’t remember if I cried
When I read about his widowed bride
But something touched me deep inside
The day the music died

So bye, bye, Miss American Pie
Drove my Chevy to the levee but the levee was dry
And them good ole boys were drinking whiskey ‘n rye
Singin’ this’ll be the day that I die
This’ll be the day that I die

Did you write the book of love
And do you have faith in God above
If the Bible tells you so?
Now do you believe in rock and roll?
Can music save your mortal soul?
And can you teach me how to dance real slow?

Well, I know that you’re in love with him
‘Cause I saw you dancin’ in the gym
You both kicked off your shoes
Man, I dig those rhythm and blues

I was a lonely teenage broncin’ buck
With a pink carnation and a pickup truck
But I knew I was out of luck
The day the music died

I started singing bye, bye, Miss American Pie
Drove my Chevy to the levee but the levee was dry
Them good ole boys were drinking whiskey ‘n rye
Singin’ this’ll be the day that I die
This’ll be the day that I die

Now for ten years we’ve been on our own
And moss grows fat on a rollin’ stone
But that’s not how it used to be
When the jester sang for the king and queen
In a coat he borrowed from James Dean
And a voice that came from you and me

Oh, and while the king was looking down
The jester stole his thorny crown
The courtroom was adjourned
No verdict was returned

And while Lennin read a book on Marx
The quartet practiced in the park
And we sang dirges in the dark
The day the music died

We were singing bye, bye, Miss American Pie
Drove my Chevy to the levee but the levee was dry
Them good ole boys were drinking whiskey ‘n rye
Singin’ this’ll be the day that I die
This’ll be the day that I die

Helter skelter in a summer swelter
The birds flew off with a fallout shelter
Eight miles high and falling fast
It landed foul on the grass
The players tried for a forward pass
With the jester on the sidelines in a cast

Now the halftime air was sweet perfume
While the sergeants played a marching tune
We all got up to dance
Oh, but we never got the chance

‘Cause the players tried to take the field
The marching band refused to yield
Do you recall what was revealed
The day the music died?

We started singing bye, bye, Miss American Pie
Drove my Chevy to the levee but the levee was dry
Them good ole boys were drinking whiskey ‘n rye
And singin’ this’ll be the day that I die
This’ll be the day that I die

Oh, and there we were all in one place
A generation lost in space
With no time left to start again
So come on, Jack be nimble, Jack be quick
Jack Flash sat on a candlestick
‘Cause fire is the devil’s only friend

Oh, and as I watched him on the stage
My hands were clenched in fists of rage
No angel born in
Could break that Satan’s spell

And as the flames climbed high into the night
To light the sacrificial rite
I saw Satan laughing with delight
The day the music died

He was singing bye, bye, Miss American Pie
Drove my Chevy to the levee but the levee was dry
Them good ole boys were drinking whiskey ‘n rye
And singin’ this’ll be the day that I die
This’ll be the day that I die

I met a girl who sang the blues
And I asked her for some happy news
But she just smiled and turned away
I went down to the sacred store
Where I’d heard the music years before
But the man there said the music wouldn’t play

And in the streets, the children screamed
The lovers cried and the poets dreamed
But not a word was spoken
The church bells all were broken

And the three men I admire most
The Father, Son and the Holy Ghost
They caught the last train for the coast
The day the music died

And they were singing bye, bye, Miss American Pie
Drove my Chevy to the levee but the levee was dry
And them good ole boys were drinking whiskey ‘n rye
Singin’ this’ll be the day that I die
This’ll be the day that I die

They were singing bye, bye, Miss American Pie
Drove my Chevy to the levee but the levee was dry
Them good ole boys were drinking whiskey ‘n rye
And singin’ this’ll be the day that I die

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NATIONAL HOMEMADE SOUP DAY

February 4th heats up with National Homemade Soup Day. In every cuisine, soup provides a rich basis of flavor and history.

NATIONAL HEMP DAY

On February 4th, National Hemp Day proudly weaves a celebration surrounding an industry with a long and innovative history.

Did you know hemp has been a part of human civilization for thousands of years? The world’s earliest civilizations used hemp fibers to make fabric for clothing and other materials. Even America’s founding fathers drafted early documents on hemp paper. During the last century, leaders used a “Hemp for Victory” campaign during WWII to encourage farmers to grow hemp for military use. Since then, hemp has been an essential material in the innovation of several industries. For example, shipping, construction, and textiles rely on hemp for numerous products. The construction industry started using hemp in place of concrete (known as hempcrete) since it is windproof and offers a lower carbon footprint.

NATIONAL SWEATER DAY

If you’re feeling a little cold today and need an extra layer, look no further. February 4th is National Sweater Day! Today we are honoring one of the most appreciated garments of the winter months and raising awareness about climate change.

NATIONAL GIRLS & WOMEN IN SPORTS DAY

Around the country, National Girls and Women in Sports Day is recognized by schools, organizations, and teams during the first week of February.

Athletics play an important role in girls’ lives. Besides helping to establish a routine for a healthy, active lifestyle, sports build confidence, leadership skills, and the ability to work with a team.

NATIONAL THANK A MAIL CARRIER DAY

National Thank A Mail Carrier Day (also known as Thank a Mailman Day) on February 4th reminds us that someone makes sure the mail gets through 6 days a week 52 weeks a year. The day reminds us just how important mail carriers are to our daily lives. Take time out of your day to thank the mail carrier responsible for delivering your mail.

NATIONAL CREATE A VACUUM DAY

National Create A Vacuum Day on February 4th explores spaces void of matter. On this day, we are challenged to create one.

A vacuum is created when the pressure inside a space is lower than the pressure outside the area.

It’s difficult in a world full of minuscule particles of matter to create a space that has absolutely no matter. However, we create partial or simple vacuums at home. One of the easiest ways is using a syringe. By plugging up the open end and pulling back on the plunger, the space inside will be mostly free of matter. There will always be microscopic particles remaining, though.

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Enjoy what you do and stay safe out there.

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Happy Belated Birthday Tamara Hooks. 😎🎈

@oodiebom,

Good day on the Gulf Coast of Florida Oodie I hope all is well with you and hubby. 🎈😎
i can’t believe I am saying this but keep warm. 🎈

Oz is still chilly and I am fine with that. 😎

@taci,

Good morning in S. California. Taci thank you for such a nice post last night. 😎🎈💕
I try to keep the thread moving and up to date. This does take work but after
13 years of doing this every single day I am use to it.

Taci you have been here just as long I know time flies. 😎🎈💕

Glad you are alright after the slight fall on the trails.

Have fun on the trails. 😎

@shoelady60,

Good day in the ‘burgh. 😎💕🎈Lady I hope you and your husband are feeling much
better now that you have meds for your cold. Just take it easy and let it ride itself out. 😎

Oz is alright today we are not frozen but we are chilly. I am thinking about making
a nice meatloaf and fixings for hubby when he gets home from work. 💕

i am watching Miss Kitty she is on the porch I think I am spoiling her a bit. LOL!
Thank you for the name it suits her perfectly. 💕😎

Hey get well soon sending warm vibes to you and Jake. 🎈💕

@sheba2011

We are getting another arctic blast and snow this weekend.🥶❄️ It is warmer in Alaska than here, geez!

Hubs doing well right now. This is the first day I’m feeling pretty good since I’ve been running so much. Stayed in, talked slow, walked slow, ate slow, drank slow, LOL! I think I need a few more slow days which I’ll get this weekend. May have to run to the grocery store tomorrow for some favorite things.

Spoil Miss Kitty and all the others, they deserve it. After working at the shelter all those years, your heart breaks for them. They love you more than you know.🐈💕🐶 Lots of hugs to you and Poppy.🤗💖

@shoelady60,

Good Evening I love them all I really do. 😎💕Our children would bring them home all
the time and that is how I became a Fur Mom too.

I am so glad you are feeling better and hubby too. 💕

Oz is very cold as I type just came from outside to make sure all the food
was gone.

Hubby spotted two racoons heading toward the bowls and he handled it. 😎

Hang in there Spring is around the corner. 💕🎈

Sweet dreams and rest well.

Sheba, I was thinking that I am guilty of not letting you know enough that I do enjoy reading the posts and viewing all the pictures and fashion and all. I just can’t believe it’s been so long.
We had a sunny day here.
I’m thinking Shoelady and her husband need to stay at her sister’s place here for some warm weather and a vacation from the cold.

@taci,

Good Evening Oz is cold and it is what it is Winter.

Taci I appreciate the shout out don’t feel guilty just seems like time is passing so
fast already it will be March soon.

I am going to jump in the shower and take a nice Korres showers with all the creams
and goodies I have to go with them. 💕

Hey enjoy your evening and relax. 😎

@sheba2011

Hi. Was exhausted when I returned home visiting hubs. I made a stop en route at Culver’s. I picked up a strawberry shake for the receptionist, a large chili for hubs and a Fresco salad for me. Everything was great. Hubs enjoyed the chili and the salad was full to the brim. I left at 8:45 pm and arrived home at 9:30 pm. Missed all the lights. Car in front of me at one of the lights will be getting a picture of his car going through. This often happens when the light is turning from caution to red.

Weather was perfect even though it was on the cool side. Tomorrow back to the doldrums of winter. However, next week we will see the comeback of the 70s. However, it may not last too long. Heard that there may be another pass of some Arctic chill.

I did see what is left of the snow moon. It was beautiful. Everything you said it was and more. Well, I better stop writing. I need to throw something on and be on my way to see hubs. Have a great afternoon and evening. Great to see Shoelady posting again.

@oodiebom,

Good Evening and I hope you are home now. I bet hubby enjoyed a real meal. 💕😎

The Moon was a beauty I just basked in her glow. 💕😎

I hope you have a nice cup tea and good book.

Here is to a peaceful and relaxing evening. 💕

It’s a “perfect” February 🗓️ With just 28 days, February is the only month that can form a perfect calendar grid.

In 2026, it starts on a Sunday and ends on a Saturday—four perfectly aligned weeks. This rare setup won’t happen again until 2037.

@sheba2011

She is a beauty!!!🏆

Sheba, I pass a few of these very well trained unleashed dogs sometimes when hiking. I see the owner doing hand signals so the dog goes on the opposite side of the trail I’m on. At 1st I didn’t know and switched sides and definitely confused the dog. Why can’t I follow hand signals as well ? 🙂 . These are super smart and powerful dogs.

@taci and @shoelady,

What a beautiful dog I wish I had him. 😎

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!

Enjoy what you do. 😎

NATIONAL CHOCOLATE FONDUE DAY

Observed annually on February 5th, National Chocolate Fondue Day invites chocolate lovers everywhere to celebrate the decadent and timeless tradition of chocolate fondue. This delicious food holiday is guaranteed to bring a smile to your face as you indulge in a velvety, ‘dreamy’ dip that turns any gathering into a celebration.

NATIONAL SHOWER WITH A FRIEND DAY

Observed annually on February 5th, National Shower with a Friend Day is a tongue-in-cheek way to lighten the mood of winter while educating us about the benefits of filtered, chlorine-free water.

OPTIMIST DAY | First Thursday in February

Confident people look to the future with hope, and on Optimist Day we celebrate the volunteers who share their enthusiasm, skills, and talent to make that tomorrow a vibrant and peaceful one. On the first Thursday in February, recognize an optimist whose endeavors have made a difference in your community.

NATIONAL WEATHERPERSON’S DAY

Always celebrated on February 5th, National Weatherperson’s Day (also known as National Weatherman’s Day) honors all individuals working in meteorology, weather forecasting, and broadcast meteorology. The day also recognizes volunteer storm spotters, observers, and others who work in the weather field.

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@oodiebom,

Good day on the Gulf Coast of Florida. 😎🎈I bet it feels real good to get out and about.
So nice that your husband can have some decent food. 🎈😎

Oz is alright today as we have some sun. 😎

Oodie take it easy and stay warm. 🎈💕

@taci,

Good morning in S. California. 💕🎈Oz has the sun today. 😎

I plan to take a nice long walk just to feel the sun on my face. 😎🎈
I do work out and I do get my steps in. I am glad I have a multi-level home
so I can go up and down the stairs. I want my legs to stay in shape and of
course the Gluteus maximus. 😎

Here is to safe and happy trails. 💕🎈

@shoelady60,

Good day in the ‘burgh. Here is to feeling better during your cold. 🎈💕😎
Lady OZ has some sun so it’s not too bad.

So much is going on in the news I don’t know what to say.

I think I will read a good book. 😎

The Olympics can’t get here soon enough.

Stay warm and get well my friend. 💕😎Sending warm vibes to you and Jake.

Such a beautiful bird. 💕🎈

@sheba2011

Glad you have sun and are warmer. More snow for us tomorrow and the high on Saturday is 10. We have ice dams in the gutters. This is getting very tiring.😒

You are right about the news. There will be enough sports on this weekend to watch instead of bad news. I wonder if T&T will be at the NFL awards tonight? Haven’t seen much of the two of them lately. I did catch Trav at the Phoenix Open yesterday.🏌️‍♂️

Going to lay low through the cold and storm. Sending snowy hugs to you, Poppy and the kitties.🤗💖

@shoelady60,

Good Evening OZ has more cold and then some coming next week. I had a nice
long walk today and it felt great. 😎💕

I did watch a pre-view of the Olympics tonight and it looks like an interesting
events. Great to see Shawn White do an interview I love when he was in the Game. 💕🎈

Here is a great drink to enjoy during the Games. 💕😎

Hey feel better soon and enjoy your evening with hubby. 💕

Sweet Dreams and getting well. 😘

Sheba, Steps are great. We have an upstairs but not a huge amount of steps.
It sounds like you have a lot more steps.
I’ve heard it is a great exercise and would love to find a place to climb steps. We don’t have anything like that here. The neighbor has tiny dogs (2) and the space between the steps is almost the size of their bodies. Have no idea how they go up and down but they do. 🙂

Love the Olympics Fashion!

Not sure why but I found it very funny that I bought a sweater online for store delivery. When I picked it up today the cashier asked if wanted her to open it and I said sure. I just stood there laughing. My lovely cream colored sweater wasn’t there. It was a pair of Ralph Lauren Pants. Huh? What? I’m so glad she asked about opening it.

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

Enjoy what you do.

Thursday Mantra: My life overflows with goodness (and cozy cups of tea + coffee) 🌸🍂

Baby, It’s Cold Outside
Song by Bobby Caldwell and Vanessa Williams

I really can´t stay, (Baby, it’s cold outside)
I’ve got to go ´way, (Baby, it’s cold outside)
The evening has been, so very nice
(I hold your hands, there just like ice)
My mother will start to worry
and father will be pacin’ the floor
So really I´d better scurry
well maybe just a half a drink more
The neighbours might think, (Baby, it’s bad out there)
Say, what’s in this drink, (No caps to be had out there)
I wish I knew how, to break the spell
I ought to say, no, no, no sir
at least I’m gonna say that I tried
I really can´t stay, outthere it’s cold outside
I simply must go, (Baby, it’s cold outside)
The answer is no, (Uhh, Baby, it’s cold outside)
The welcome has been, so nice and warm
(Look out the window at that storm)
My sister will be suspicious
My brother will be there at the door
My maiden aunt´s mind is vicious
well mabe just a half a drink more
I’ve got to get home, (Baby, you´ll freeze outthere)
Say lend me a comb, (It’s up to your knees outthere)
You’ve really been grand, but don’t you see
(How can you do this thing to me)
There’s bound to be talk tomorrow
at least there will be plenty implied
I really can’t stay, outthere it’s cold outside

Marking the quintessentially American brand’s 10th time outfitting Team U.S.A., Ralph Lauren has officially unveiled its collection for the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Teams competing in the Milano Cortina 2026 Games.

With nearly 20 years as Team U.S.A.’s official outfitter under its belt, Ralph Lauren designed the Opening and Closing Ceremonies Parade uniforms, along with a collection of “Villagewear” (complete with cold-weather accessories) for off-duty Olympians.

For Team U.S.A.’s Opening Ceremony uniform, the American fashion house referenced the host city’s signature craftsmanship through a sleek, white wool toggle jacket, matching tailored trousers and a cozy turtleneck sweater. Olympic snowboarder Red Gerard, who won the gold in slopestyle at just 17 years old in PyeongChang in 2018, is returning to the Winter Games this year; he donned the Opening Ceremony outfit at a press preview of Ralph Lauren’s 2026 collection on Wednesday.

“It’s been an amazing partnership,” Gerard tells Fashionista of working with Ralph Lauren. “I’ve been a fan for a while and I can definitely say my clothing style has gotten a little bit better for sure since then.”

The Closing Ceremony uniform reflects a more relaxed silhouette inspired by vintage skiwear, featuring a color-blocked puffer jacket with Olympic patches, slightly baggy utility pants and a turtleneck mirroring the American flag and Olympic rings also seen on the Opening Ceremony design. Brenna Huckaby, a three-time Paralympic gold medalist in snowboarding, modeled the Closing Ceremony uniform on Wednesday: “I love how clean and crisp and just put-together it is,” Huckaby says. “I love the sweater, I will definitely be wearing it after the games.”

US Olympians are greeted at Milan’s airport with star-spangled Ralph Lauren uniforms