Friday, January 29, 2021
Thursday, January 28, 2021
These Martha Washington chairs belonged to an uncle who left all his belongings to my mother at his death back in the late 60's. She then gave them to me in the 70's. I had them reupholstered in the 80's. I chose this flame stitch fabric because it was in style at that time, but mostly because of the colors. I loved every single color in that fabric and still do.
Yes, I am well aware that flame stitch went out of style ages ago and not likely to ever come back. But here is where pleasing yourself comes in. I love my chairs.
Wednesday, January 27, 2021
2. January 26th is Australia Day. Have you ever visited or lived in Australia? Have you ever tasted Vegemite, and if so what did you think? Is a trip down under on your bucket list? We answered a question about travel three months ago (the October 21st Hodgepodge), but let's revisit now...where are you when it comes to planning or even imagining travel this year?
I have neither visited nor lived in Australia, and we don't have any plans to go. It really has never been on my bucket list. Interesting you should ask about taking a trip as we be flying to Northern Indiana next Wednesday to visit our family there for a couple weeks. We have not and will not allow this "situation" to keep us from doing the things we enjoy. We act responsibly, and have chosen to live our lives to the fullest.
3. Something that zaps your energy? Something that energizes you?
Being around some people zaps my energy. I know it sounds anti-social, and to some degree it is. But certain personality types and voice pitch will drain me faster than anything. It is so interesting in our family the ones who share this trait and those who's energy source is being with people - and the more the better. I have two granddaughters who thrive on being with their "people." There are others of us who take people in small doses. Amazingly, we all get along, admire, and appreciate each other quite well.
What energizes me is being with my family, walking, Bible Study and anticipating something in the future
4. On a scale of 1-10 what are your eating habits like these days? (1=all junk food all the time and 10= juicing every green thing in the frig) Healthiest meal you've eaten in the last week or so?
During our packing and moving, we ate very little. We both lost over 10 lbs. Since getting settled and in a routine, we still are only eating one or two meals a day. We try to make these as healthy as possible by having a protein and low carbs; however, we did enjoy pizza with our granddaughter the other night.
5. What's your most often 'Back in my day....' thing to say?
"Life was so different!"
6. Insert your own random thought here.
Our church has a Pregnancy Center ministry and I have felt led to get involved. It is such a crucial time in our country. I feel that those who believe that life begins with conception and all are created equal in God's image, need to do everything we can to save lives. That includes praying. Every day, I get a notice to pray for the 19 or so women who are scheduled to come into the clinic. This is ministry in itself and something anyone can do. Pray that they choose life.
Tuesday, January 26, 2021
Previously, this old "pie safe" that we rescued from Dick's mother's garage shortly after we married, had held books. I could not part with this piece so decided since it won't be storing books or pies, I would display two sets of china. The drawer has dividers for flatware, so it was perfect for this use. And we like this spot of color on this end wall.
The guest bath is adjacent to the bedroom and is so spacious. I placed a large round plush rug in the middle rather than small mats, to warm the space.
Monday, January 25, 2021
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