Happy St. Patrick’s Day! I was so otherwise focused that I waited all year to wear my shirt and leggings – and got up this morning and forgot! Here is a picture of the year I DID wear them to a writer’s conference!
Me and Carolyn.
Last night’s snow was crazy. I went to bed when there was not even an inch. Woke up in the middle of the night to this:
About 7:30pm
…. or so
close to midnight
But it’s beautiful!
Even the lights think so!
So Kelly and Chase are here. Their crochet class was cancelled so they came up early. We made a big pot of Chicken Acini de Pepe soup for supper. She’s working on a few things while I type. Tomorrow we are going to get the Easter boxes and bins out and see if we can make quick work of getting the decorations up.
So I may not post again until Friday afternoon so don’t be concerned if I don’t. We have an agenda! Have a great week!
TODAY I am thankful for homemade soup!
QUOTE of the DAY:
PEANUTS?
TOMORROW March 18th is:
Thumb Appreciation Day; National SBDC Day; National Biodiesel Day; National Sloppy Joe Day; National Lacy Oatmeal Cookie Day; National Awkward Moment Day; National Supreme Sacrifice Day; Cow Milked While Flying in an Airplane Day; National Battery Day; Pluto Day.
And tomorrow is my very dear friend Bear’s 65th birthday. Happy, happy day my friend! Have a wonderful year. I’m staying out of airplanes tomorrow — and I do appreciate my thumbs! God bless….
Happy birthday, Bear!!!
MOVIE from 1989:
This one was fun!
ON THIS DATE IN HISTORY: TODAY: A meteor exploded over Ohio!
I’ll start with yesterday which was sunny but breezy to start with. I’m still intensely following the Revelation video series. Todd’s message was the seven phrases Jesus spoke from the cross. Today was ‘Father forgive them; they don’t know what they are doing.’ That was a model prayer and shows the power of prayer. Prayer should be your internal base, and the first thing you do in any situation. Never underestimate the power of prayer. Prayer changes US more than those we are praying for. PRAY for someone for 30 days – and you will see a huge difference: in YOURSELF. Prayer can’t change anyone, but can change your reaction to something. FORGIVE.
I was just pulling into the garage when Autmn called. She and Cameron were looking for a place to hang out, grab some lunch, and maybe clean out the Juke (their car). So after a Jack’s Pizza and some cheddar rice we grabbed shoes and toys and went outside. Cameron had two of his farm cows and the little dump truck. He ‘dug’ weeds, loaded up the truck bed, then drove it across the deck to feed his cows. I know he played with that for about an hour. I can’t say that he only dug ‘weeds’ – but no harm done! We sent to the bottom yard, and he discovered a worm half buried in the dirt. No problem – he just cleared away the dirt (with his hands) and picked up the worm, which he carried up to show his mom. We spent the next half hour looking for more worms!
Sweeping up his cow ‘food’. (Juke in the background)
Autmn took everything out of the car, wiped it down, swept it out, then washed and rinsed it. Cameron and I cleaned off the car seat. Then while I helped put everything away, Cameron did an excellent job of sweeping the grass. ???
While we were outside, my neighbor was cutting his grass – and his son Enzo was helping mow.
Mower far left – Enzo center by blue swing.
After they left I had less than an hour to get organized and focused before Kathy picked me up. We went to see Stephen Curtis Chapman at the Palace Theatre. I didn’t know any of the songs on the new album, but he’s a great speaker and very funny and entertaining. We ran into a long-time friend, Lynne Varega, and chatted with her and her friend at intermission. Right now I am listening to S.C. Chapman’s Christmas CD – which I’ve had for at least a decade – just to sort of hold on to the ambience of the concert. Thanks, Kathy, for including me in your adventure!
Second half.
Different color set, different outfits, different guitars
String quartet to the bottom left.
My friend Mary’s brother makes and sells Gnomes – so I got one. Isn’t he cute?
Today I decided to change the sheets on my bed – just because I could! After breakfast and two loads of laundry I packed away all of the St. Patrick’s Day decorations. I know it’s not until tomorrow but I needed to get organized since Kelly is coming up and we want to do the Easter ones.
The egg blanket is big and thick and soft! And I have 2 pillow covers.
Bunnies
It appears that today we will be having all four seasons in one 24 hour period. Oh, joy. Enjoy!
TODAY I am thankful for Stephen Curtis Chapman music!
This is the CD I have and am listening to.
QUOTE of the DAY:
SNOOPY of the DAY: Courtesy of Diane
Since I missed it, TODAY March 16th is:
Act Happy Day; Black Press Day; Driving Instructor Day; National Artichoke Hearts Day; National Curl Crush Day; National Freedom Of Information Day; National Lips Appreciation Day; National Panda Day; No Selfies Day; Wellderly Day.
A classic – need I say more?
TOMORROW March 17th is:
National 3-D Day; St. Patrick’s Day; National Corned Beef and Cabbage Day; Camp Fire Girls Day; Evacuation Day; Tea for Two Tuesday.
Tea is good – Not planning to evacuate that I know of. And the Luck of the Irish to ya! God bless.
MOVIE from 1988:
Superb acting!
On March 15th in History: in 1930 The Biltmore House officially opened its doors to the public.
On this date in History: 1974 The Grand Ole Opry radio show was broadcast for the first time from the new Grand Ole Opry House in Nashville.
I tried to get caught up with some chores today but didn’t quite manage too many. I still have a little time to get a few more things done this evening. I ran out this morning – primarily to Miller’s Crossing Fleatique to look around and get honey. Irwin so SO CROWDED – they were either having a St. Patrick’s Day parade or an event of some type. There were cars everywhere and kids in shamrocks and Leprechaun costumes all over the place. I grabbed my honey and got out of there quick!
The first one is summer/fall blend, and the lighter one in the back is spring honey.
Once I came home and had lunch, I went through the first thing on my list. Over the years (and by that I mean MANY!) I had collected a lot of jewelry (inexpensive – not much monetary value). Logan’s girlfriend Clairese makes and sells jewelry, so I packaged everything up by category and labeled it – and am going to send it down to her. She can keep it or sell it or use it to make new pieces. I started out about 6 years ago with 4 jewelry bags – now I’m down to two! I’ll send them home with Kelly this week when she comes up.
Just getting started
Sorting it out.
Ready for Clairese
And before I forget, I probably won’t do a post tomorrow. I am going with Kathy to an event at the Palace Theatre and it will probably be later than normal when we get home. I’ll catch up on Monday!
My Danish Dough Whisk came today. It was very inexpensive – less than $10 through Amazon – and I saw it being used on those farm videos I watch. It’s for mixing yeast and batter breads and mixes. I was impressed how easy it was to use and how thorough it was. So now I’m excited to test it out!
So simple but very cool!
Since I have a list still to do tonight – I’m closing out for now. For once the sky is not dramatic this evening.
Dusk
TODAY I am thankful for my lists!
QUOTE of the DAY:
PEANUTS?
TOMORROW March 15th is:
Espresso Martini Day; Ides of March; International Redefining Wealth Day; National Kansas Day; National Peanut Lovers day; National Pears Helene Day; World Consumer Rights Day; World Contact Day; World Essential Workers Day; Everything you think is Wrong Day; National Shoe the World Day.
Depends on who you ask – I’m often wrong! God bless.
MOVIE from 1987:
Super funny and worth the watch!
ON this date in History: 1967JFK‘s body moved from temporary grave to a permanent memorial
Another good night’s sleep. Thankful for that! I got up a little early, made the bed, did laundry, made muffins, and was ready when Autmn and Cameron got here. She left about 10am to Door Dash and Cameron and I just hung out. We had a few small battles but over all we had a fun day. Cameron managed to get the bathroom door open and unwound part of the roll of TP! So I’ll just use it anyway.
The highlight of the day was that the neighbor was having their maple tree cut back, and they had a bucket truck and a chain saw. I wrapped Cameron in a blanket – we went out on the porch and he waved and watched them work. He totally loved it! I wish I could have gotten more pictures!
You can sort of see the guy in the yellow jacket in the bucket at the top of the photo and right of center.
Stopped long enough to have French Fries and Chicken Nuggets for lunch. We watched Miss Rachel all afternoon, and read books and played with the cows and were up and down the steps dozens of times. He loves to go upstairs and run down the hallway.
French fried with Ketchup and chicken nuggets.
Playing with the ‘Littlest Pet Shop’ that was Chrissy and Autmn’s when they were little!
Cow pen.
A cover over the cow pen.
Yesterday when they left I couldn’t find the mini-Jesus that sat by the church. It really didn’t matter since (as you probably remember!) I started out with 300 of them and have about 2/3 or more left. After lunch Cameron wanted to take his pig for a ride in the little truck, and when he dug it out of the toybox – there was Jesus in the driver’s seat! Autmn said it gives ‘Jesus take the Wheel’ a whole new meaning!
He’s a bit squished in there….
Taking a break to watch TV with Mimi
I’m not sure what the weather is where you are, but it’s intensely windy here! I feel like we may end up NOT in Kansas anymore! Oh – and I forgot to say that after Autmn and Cameron left I buzzed over to Gabe’s. I needed 2 new outdoor welcome mats – mine are so old and worn that they keep blowing away. So I did get 2 and for the first time ever the front door and bottom door mats don’t match! I like the bottom door best. The front one is semi-circle shape and is daisies.
I love this back door mat!
The sunrise and sunset were both beautiful today! And THAT’s what I’m thankful for!
Sunrise
Evening sky
Sunset
QUOTE of the DAY:
PEANUTS?
TOMORROW March 14th is:
National Write Down your Story day; Celebrate Scientists Day; Dribble to Work Day; International Fanny Pack Day; White Day; Save a Spider Day; National Urban Ballroom Dancing Day; Croudfunding Day; Dog Theft Awareness Day; International Day of Action for Rivers; International day of Mathematics; Legal Assistants Day; National Children’s Craft Day; National Genealogy Day; National learn about Butterflies Day; National Pi Day; National Potato Chip Day; International Ask a Question Day.
Well – I write down a lot of stories! I’m not dribbling anywhere! Not a fan of crafting – kids or adults. I love potato chips, butterflies, and asking questions! God bless…
Movie from 1986:
When Nathan was five this was his favorite movie! He could quote almost the whole thing!
ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY:1868 Senate begins US President Andrew Johnson‘s impeachment trial
I did sleep very well last night on the new mattress/bed. I don’t know if I was extra tired or it was sleeping on a GOOD mattress and springs.
Work was very busy – and I didn’t get home until 11am. Autmn and Cameron were here waiting when I got here. I told Autmn I would watch Cameron while she went Door Dashing for a little while. He was pretty good – but he’s SO FAST and SO BUSY! A few times he was up the steps before I could catch up to him. We read books and played with blocks and the farm and his cows and a card game and hide & seek in the closet!
Cameron loves his barn locks puzzle.
The farm animals taking a ride in the truck
His favorite – his barn full of animals!
Wearing the St. Patrick’s day headband backwards!
Autmn came back about 2pm. She and Cameron took a small nap upstairs while I went to the meeting at Hanna’s Town for volunteers. A lot of changes coming! Hope I can keep up with all of them. Thankfully there were donuts as I did not get lunch.
Donuts and cookies to keep us happy during the meeting.
The sky was very dramatic tonight!
Dark and light
At 5pm.
I was just getting settled (after putting the house back to rights!) when Kathy called me. Paul had to go to the hospital for a re-occurring issue and she needed a ride up. He just stopped on his way home from work. So I dropped her off so she could put his car in the right lot and then visit. I’ll update tomorrow if I get information. And that’s my day.
TODAY I am thankful for a visit with Cameron!
QUOTE of the DAY:
PEANUTS?
TOMORROW March 13th is:
National Chicken Noodle Soup Day; National Coconut Torte Day; National Earmuff Day; National Freelancers Day; National Ginger Ale Day; National Good Samaritan Day; National Jewel Day; National Preschooler’s day; World Sleep Dayl
I think my site yesterday had the wrong information. So whatever — tomorrow is Friday the 13th! God bless…
Movie from 1985:
Iconic! Everyone wanted to drive a DeLorean!
On this date in history: 1912 Girl Scouts begin in the US as the Girl Guides, formed by Juliette Gordon Low in Savannah
I didn’t sleep well last night but it’s my own fault. I was waiting for a switch of box springs and didn’t want to sleep in the bed. I was fine all day until now, when I sat down. Now I just want to sleep! But my chores for today were laundry and cleaning. While I was waiting for the box spring switch I got the whole upstairs cleaned. It made such a HUGE difference when they switched the springs. I could not easily get in or out of the bed.
The 9 inch box springs took the mattress to the top of the headboard!
Four inch is MUCH better!
The problem was that the agreed upon springs did not take the height of the antique bed into consideration. They handled it immediately and now all is well! So I got the bed made up and it’s ready for tonight.
I saw the horse out in the pasture today for one of the first times this year. I only saw one so I don’t know where the other one was.
Autmn sent me 2 movies and a photo of Cameron on the playground. He was having a ball – and has no fear! She also sent me pictures of her homemade potato soup. She’s some amazing little cook!
Through the tunnel!
Down the slide
He just always looks delighted with life!
Not sure about this video – I couldn’t shrink the size!
Soup looks yummy!
We had a couple of downpours today that were so dense that you couldn’t see past the porch! There are tornado warnings until about 8pm, which is about 20 minutes from now. I just folded towels so other than supper I’m done for the day.
TODAY I am thankful for new box springs!
No, no – not these!
QUOTE of the DAY:
PEANUTS?
TOMORROW March 12th is:
International School Meals Day; National Alfred Hitchcock Day; National Baked Scallops Day; National Girl Scout Day; National Plant a Flower Day; National Popcorn Lover’s Day; National Working Moms Day; World Day Against Cyber Censorship; World Glaucoma Day; World Kidney Day; International Every Girl Wins Day; K9 Veterans Day; National Earmuff Day; National Jewel Day; National Freelancers Day; National Good Samaritan Day; National Smart and Sexy Day; World Sleep Day.
I’m for sure ready for sleep! I do have kidneys so that’s good. Pick something fun! God bless…
What a crazy day! But here it is after 6pm and all is well in the long run. I knew my new mattress was to be delivered this morning so I didn’t want to get into any big projects. I took all the linens from stripping the bed and threw them in the washer. Now they will be ready for remake the bed – but that’s part II of the story for tomorrow.
I did mix up a batch of muffins and they just came out of the oven when the delivery team was leaving. So I offered them the warm ones as they left. A little extra payment!
Here are pictures of the old mattress and box springs, along with pictures of the new set.
Old set
New set
Work was totally busy – lots going on. Sir Regis is away for a few days, so I had Ken and Barry helping me with a few things I needed. I left work at about 3:30pm, returned something from yesterday, and came home and ate a muffin! I have the Waardenburg Farm videos on in the background. I wish I knew how to watch them in order!
TODAY I’m thankful for my work guys!
QUOTE of the DAY:
PEANUTS?
TOMORROW March 11th is:
National COVID-19 Day (pandemic declaration); National Immune System Day; National Johnny Appleseed Day; National No-Code Day; National Oatmeal Nut Waffles Day; National Promposal Day; National Wash your Nose Day ???; National Worship of Tools Day?; World Plumbing Day; National 311 Day; National Funeral Director Day; National Dream Day; National No Smoking Day.
We should all have a dream! God bless…
A top song from 1983:
This was Mom and John’s song!
On this date in history: 1965 “I’ve Got a Tiger By the Tail” album by Buck Owens is released (Billboard Album of the Year, 1965) (We were Buck Owens fans in our house growing up!)
Today was just crazy busy all day. I even skipped breakfast to keep on schedule. Started laundry right after my shower – didn’t even manage tea this morning. I got everything in the car that I needed for the Tea meeting at Hanna’s Town, then left early enough to stop at the Tax Office. I had heard there was a tax rebate (although rather small) for seniors from the township so I stopped, paid my taxes, and picked up the rebate form. I’ll get that done soon (I have until July).
The meeting and the follow up lasted until 1:15pm. I dashed home and grabbed a fruit salad then went to my chiropractor appointment. I had several phone calls and txt messages that I had to handle, which took me some time – so I finally got home after 5pm to finish the laundry that I started at 8am.
Spring sign in the chiropractor’s office.
I had a pair of sleep pants that I needed to hem – and the pockets were making me crazy. So I stitched the pockets shut, cut the extra off, and sewed up the hem. Ready for lounging around.
And I took the cow post card that Gen sent me and switched out the cards in my post card holder on my dresser. So the winter barn scene is put away for the time being to make room for the Cows!
Postcard display
So it’s after 7pm, still light out, and I’m ready to tackle the ironing and some supper and that will be it. The day has been busy but productive. I have the Waardenburg Family Farm video in the background (I’m addicted!) and I can finish up. We’re learning about Monarch eggs and chicken coops!
TODAY I am thankful for warm sunshine and some time outside! I swept half the driveway. And there are hyacinths EVERYWHERE in the yard!
part of the driveway swept.
All from one planting!
QUOTE of the DAY:
PEANUTS?
TOMORROW March 10th is:
Mario Day; National Blueberry Popover Day; National Landline Telephone Day; National Milky Way Day; National Organize Your Home Office Day; National Pack Your Lunch Day; National Sending Day; International Wig Day; Paper Money Day; Harriet Tubman Day; International Bagpipe Day; International Wig Day; National Napping Day; National Skirt Day; Salvation Army Day.
Few people have landlines these days – I don’t. So pick something to celebrate! God bless…
MOVIE From 1982:
Stoney took Kelly to see this – I think she was four! Nate was only one so he didn’t go.
On This Day in History: 1864Ulysses S. Grant is named Commanding General of the U.S. (Union) Army
I slept pretty well and didn’t have too much trouble waking up the hour early. We are still in Revelation in Sunday School – but today’s lesson was a challenge. Everyone agreed to that. It had to do with how the book was written and how to understand the chapters and verses. But I always learn something.
Artist interpretation
Todd and Heather are away this weekend so Wayne preached. It was about Risk – does it create fear or trust/faith? 1) Get together with God – He’s bigger than any situation, present or past. 2) Tell God how you feel – he knows anyway! 3) Ask God for help – we focus on the problem and try to fix it ourselves. 4) Trust God to help – the battle is His. He’ll take care of us as he’s in control. 5) Thank God in ADVANCE – That’s faith. He looks at our capabilities not our limitations.
Wayne
I made a quick stop on the way home, then had fruit for lunch. Balanced my checkbook – caught an error that had me end up with more money! Easy mistake to make and to fix. I have my farm show on in the background. We’ve learned about honey and chickens and homemade decor and herb gardens so far.
Flower crackers!
It feels strange for it to be after 6pm and it’s still light outside. Feels like the day is longer even though the hours are the same.
Tomorrow is the pre-Tea meeting at Hanna’s Town then a chiropractor appointment. Tuesday my new mattress arrives. I’m excited about that!
Fall tea settings.
TOTAY I am thankful for my Sunday School class.
Shane Wood – Ozark Bible College
QUOTE of the DAY:
PEANUTS?
TOMORROW March 9th is:
National Napping Day; National Get Over it Day; National Meatball Day; National Crab Meat Day; National Barbie Day; Eight Hours Day; Fill Our Staplers Day; National Dishwasher Day; National False Teeth Day; National Heroes Day.
I didn’t need a nap; seldom do! Haven’t had meatballs in a long time. We were never Barbie kids. My stapler’s fine so far. Celebrate heroes! God bless…
MOVIE from 1981:
Re-release
On this day in History: 1894 The state of New York enacts the nation’s first dog-licensing law
Today was a special event at Hanna’s Town – Colors and Conversation, mostly about fabrics and clothing. There was not necessarily a lot of visitors through the center today, but the ones who came were very interested – even a college student who was a history major and could sew her own Medieval clothing. She especially loved it. But honestly, the volunteers and staff are fun to work with, and fun friends!
Bird ‘etchings’ on the education building’s window. (They were actually stickers)
I snapped a few pictures of some displays in the hall. There is so much to see!
Old County Bell
Replica of Independence Hall in Philadelphia
Model Train
Here are a few of the coloring papers we had set out for the younger visitors, and sent some home with other guests for their children or grandchildren.
Coloring pages
During lunch Joanna had a slide presentation of the progression of color methods to popular colors. It’s always fun to learn something new – especially historic!
Joanna’s presentation.
Color quote
While we were there a tornado watch came through. Thankfully that did not materialize for our area but I think there was damage elsewhere. There were some fun mugs and crocks in the gift shop – which was a work-in-progress today. It should be open in the next week or so.
I was able to sneak in a few pictures of the sky – it got pretty dark, and shortly after it did start to pour. There was a little thunder in the background but it’s pretty quiet now.
Dramatic sky.
Sky
Rain and wind.
Gen sent me a nice Thank You post card for her visit last week. It was a beautiful scene of cows in the fields. Thanks, Gen, for the thank you!
See the cows?
TODAY I am thankful for Hanna’s Town friends and programs.
QUOTE of the DAY:
PEANUTS?
TOMORROW March 8th is:
Daylight Savings Time; National I AM Day; National Proofreading Day; National Peanut Cluster Day; Check your Batteries Day; International Women’s Day:
Thankfully a lot of clocks change themselves, especially my alarm. It’s an absolute MUST to have a good proofreader. Otherwise you are submitting errors, guaranteed! God bless…
MOVIE in 1980:
I really loved this movie! It was amazing what Loretta Lynn overcame!
On this date in History:1955 The musical “Peter Pan,” starring Mary Martin, is broadcast live on NBC as part of the “Producers’ Showcase” series and attracts a then-record 65 million viewers.
Oh my goodness! I cried when I learned that Peter Pan wasn’t real and was actually played by a woman!!! Loved this show. “I WON’T GROW UP!”
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