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Melinda
Moving Day Starts On Monday-I’ll Be Out Of Pocket For A Week
Category: Fun
Daily Writing Prompt
No doubt the answers will be far and wide because we all have different needs. When I talk about happiness it isn’t suggesting that I’m jumping for joy, it’s more that it puts are smile on my face.
My dogs are a huge part of my day, they our family and best friends and they bring happiness several times throughout the day.
The fireplace in my office, I use it everyday because I’m always cold.
Blogging brings me happiness at times.
Go to bed at night
Sleeping all night
Melinda
#Weekend Music Share-One Republic Counting Stars
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#Wordless Wednesday-Orange Marigold’s
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Daily Writing Prompt
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#Weekend Music Share-Grand Funk Railroad – We’re an American Band (1973 Studio Footage)
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#Wordless Wednesday-Simple Joy
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Daily Writing Prompt
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Friday Quote
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Melinda
#Weekend Music Share-Come Monday By Jimmy Buffett
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#Wordless Wednesday-Beloved Lillies
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Melinda
Daily Writing Prompt
I don’t have a hidden skill set, and I don’t wish for skills. If I want to learn or do something, I set a goal and go do it. Being diagnosed with Lyme in 2014 or 2015, my life was turned upside down. The Lyme spirokettes find a major organ to set up house, and they set up in my brain and caused cognitive impairment and other medical issues.
If I did wish for something it would be a cure to my illnesses and the ability to participate in the activities I love.
I do hope your wishes come true.
Melinda
Just Pondering
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“On certain days the greatest grace is that the day is over and you get too close your eyes. Tomorrow comes more brightly.”
Mary Anne Radmacher
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#Weekend Music Share-Prince, Tom Petty, Steve Winwood, Jeff Lynne, more -“While My Guitar Gently Weeps”
What a treat seeing and hearing them together.
It’s the weekend!!!!!!
I’m glad you joined me for another edition of Weekend Music Share this week.
Have a great weekend!
Melinda
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#Wordless Wednesday-Gulf Shores, Alabama
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Just Pondering
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“Be kind to all the past versions of you. They are the soul in which you now bloom.
Arielle Estoria
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The “Swiss Army knife” of Essential Oils
Lavender is the most commonly infused into oils and uded topically. It is one of my favorite herbs for it’s numerous beneficial attribute, including it’s antibacterial and antiseptic uses, and soothing mild sedative properties, which can naturally support an exceptionally long list of common ailments.
Cuts and scaring
Insect bites
Eczema
Burns
Headaches
Anxiety
Sleeplessness
Depression
Hypertension
Preeclampsia
Constipation
Labor pain
Melinda
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Feasting on Flowers
If you’d like to add edible flowers to your garden and recipes, there are a few things to remember. Pick them early in the day, before the sun grows to hot, and use the promptly or store them in a sealed container in the refrigerator for a couple of days. Wash them, gently dip them in a seal container of water and dab onto soft towel.
Here are some varieties to get you started, but be sure to research the flavors, tips and more.
Carnations
Chamomile
Cornflower
Dahlias
Dandelions
Elderflower
Geraniums
Gladiolias
Hibiscis
Honeysuckle
Lavender
Lilac
Magnolias
Nasturitium
Pansies
Roses
Snapdragon
Zucchini
Melinda
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#Weekend Music Share-Billy Idol – Rebel Yell
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Melinda
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Daily Writing Prompt
The answer is complicated because everyday may be a different animal. The animals I would compare myself to is a Dolphin, Sloth, and Elephants. Why those animals? Dolphin’s are gentle, have fun and they don’t bite. The sloth is slow, can reach high places and appear gentle except for the large claws. I can relate to Elephants because they stay together as a family group, have emotions and if you don’t bother them, they won’t bother you.
Melinda
Looking for the Light
#Weekend Music Share-George Michael, Elton John – Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me (Live)
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Melinda
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#Wordless Wednesday-Fresh Hair Style
Melinda
Good Times On The Highway To Hell-My Journey Part 8
My first and only skiing trip was to Breckenridge, Colorado and our friends family joined us. I was at a huge disadvantage becuase this was the first time to ski and they do morals???. If you ever get a chance to visit, you will love it. Long story short, we were getting our lunch and as I turned around my burger went flying and I fall very hard on my ars. Skiing is not my interest.
There was an elderly couple across the street and shorting after meeting them his wife dies. I take some food and struck a great friendship with him and we talked everyday. One day, I look out the window and saw he had the strangest items all thrown in a pile close to front porch, the top item was an ironging board. He had never done that before and became concerned. I called the police for a welfare check. I’m talking to two officers when he drove up, his daughter had taken him to the doctor. She was not happy with me. I never saw Jim after that day and I still miss our conversations.
As a child I was called monkey toes because I could pick up so many items with my toes.
I knew nothing about tank fish yet decided to buy a 10 gallon tank. I pick two fish, the salesman forgot to tell me they were fighting fish and can’t share tanks. I had to get another tank for the other. The type of decisions made at 19 years old.
Melinda
#Weekend Music Share-Train – Drops of Jupiter (Live at Royal Albert Hall)
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Melinda
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#Wordless Wednesday-Tomatoes Everywhere
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Melinda
Daily Writing Prompt
Daily writing prompt
What is the biggest challenge you will face in the next six months?
I have several challeges rolled into a big challenge. We closed on our new house a couple of weeks ago and my husband is working feverishly to get the upgrades and repairs completed so we can move in.
After we move in, it’s time to do upgrades on our house and sell it. We go back and forth on how much money we need to put into our house to sell it, I’ve stopped having the conversation. I know he has changed his mind because he is doing upgrades we had not planned on. YEAH!!!!!
Then there is timing of the contractors at the same time pushing hard because we would like to have our house on the market by May.
My health and hand conditions don’t allow me to pack as fast or as heavy as in the past. I have been in charge of picking out a few pieces of furniture we need and decorating. The last thing we are doing before moving in is having a maid service do a move-in clean so we can’t pack the house with boxes for them to deal with. I was there yesterday stuffing everything in cabinets to clear the counters.
The big unknows are what is next in my TMJ Therapy and if my right thumb needs surgery.
Not to mention all the money we are spending after being savers all these years. I have to remember, I don’t like this house and we have saved for 23 years to make my dream house a reality.
Not to worry, God has me in his palm.
Melinda
Looking for the Light
Blogger Highlight-I Wanna Be An Artist
Thank you for all the great feedback on the Blogger Highlight series, I’ve enjoyed meeting each blogger and sharing their site with you. This week we highlight Terri at I Wanna Be An Artist. I’ve know Terri for many years, she’s comforting, and has a determination to continue growing.
I Wanna Be An Artist
Terri is a wife, mother, and Air Force veteran. As she contemplated what she wanted to be now that she’s retired, she realized that the thing she wants to be, more than anything else, is an artist. The only issue, she says, is that she feels she’s a creative soul trapped in a non-artistic body. Her blog is her attempt to document her pursuit of becoming the artist she wants to be, and hopefully, serve as encouragement for others who also find themselves searching for what’s next for them.
How did you decide to change direction from health and start a new art blog?
Those are great questions Melinda! I don’t think it was a conscious change from one thing to another, to be honest. I decided to close down my health and wellness blog, and I thought I was done blogging for good.
How does painting bring joy to your life?
Fast forward a year or so, and as I was starting to get serious about improving my watercolor skills, I thought it would be fun to document my journey. It occurred to me that a blog would be the perfect way to do it. I can document my progress, and maybe encourage others who are starting something new in the later chapters of their lives. Painting brings joy to my life in a couple of ways. First, it’s a great stress reliever! I haven’t been able to paint as often as I’d like the last 5 months, but when I can, just the act of putting paint on the paper helps quiet my mind. It’s easy to get into a flow state where the only thing I’m thinking of is the project in front of me. It also brings me joy when I’m able to paint a card, or do a small painting for someone in my family or my friends. Even though I’m still just learning, they always seem to appreciate that I did something just for them, and that makes me happy.
Be sure to stop by, say hello and pull up a chair and enjoy her posts.
Melinda
Fun Facts That Will Amaze You
The last time I did Fun Facts people raved about how informative and funny they were so I wanted to start a new weekend tradition.
At Medieval Times dinner attractions, you eat with your hands because people didn’t use utensils in the middle ages. (medievaltimes.com)
Freelancers originally referred to self-employed, sword-wielding mercenaries: literally “free lancers.” (merriam-webster.com)
We shake hands to show we’re unarmed. (bbc.co.uk)
Although no longer connected to the beer company, Guinness World Records was founded by the managing director of Guinness Brewery in the 1950s. (guinnessworldrecords.com).
Michelin stars are highly coveted by elite and upscale restaurants the world over—but they’re actually given out by the Michelin tire company, the same one whose mascot is the marshmallow-like Michelin Man. If you want to get fancy, pronounce it in the original French, “mich-LEH.” (michelin.com)
Enjoy!
Melinda
Friday Quote
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Melinda
#Weekend Music Share-ohn Mayer – Queen of California (Official Music Video)
It’s the weekend!!!!!!
I’m glad you joined me for another edition of Weekend Music Share this week.
Have a great weekend!
Melinda
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Looking for the Light 