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{It's Been A Hot Minute Y'all}

  Well, it's not HOT in my neck of the woods in temperature (not today anyway) but it's sure been a HOT minute since I last posted. For that I am so sorry but it seems my life has been consumed with doctor appointments, tests, and MORE tests, biopsies, surgery and so much more. One day at a time sweet Jesus is all that any of us can ask for. Wanted to pop in on this beautiful Sunday afternoon to share a little about what I've been up too.  Marty and I enjoyed a weekend at the beach before I had breast cancer surgery and took advantage of the time I had in between so many doctor appointments and testing. It was sure a good little getaway.  We celebrated our 47th wedding anniversary in September. WOW! Just babies! LOL! We were high school sweethearts. Started dating at age 16. Married at age 18 and started a family at age 20.  We celebrated Marty's birthday in October. He says that he's feeling his age these days. LOL! He still works 4 days a week and has a long commu
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{Happy, Happy, Happy)

Remember the song....If you're happy and you know it say Amen...If you're happy and you know it say Amen....If you're happy and you know it then your face will surely show it, if you're happy and you know it say Amen!


These lovely flower arrangements was freshly picked out of my yard and made such pretty table pieces for a few days....and it made me HAPPY!


I just love the smell of gardenia's.



 Done a little thrifting...and that ALWAYS makes me happy! First stop produced this little batch of goodies....Scale, decanter and 5 white linen napkins!


 And of course you know I just happened to find a tea cup and saucer!

And I just might have to make a Sunflower cake.....


 Ooh...loved these...found 8 of them.


And you cannot imagine how excited I was when I found these cute flipflop spreaders!!!
Our ladies ministry team will be having a "Flipflops, Friends and Fellowship" social in a few weeks and I will be using these cuties....Or maybe they might wind up being a giveaway....




Don't think I done too bad girls with my stash of goodies.....especially since I spent a whole $11.75! MY KIND OF SHOPPING!

 Snapped a few pictures of my grandgirl Mallory Grace. She loves her some ball so we captured some cute shots of her.













So much fun photographing this little beauty.She sure makes this Nana happy!



I hope that in the midst of so much craziness in this world that something has made you Happy! 


 Hugs and blessings, Cindy



Sharing with Jemma today with "Thoughts of Home".  
http://www.athomewithjemma.com/2016/06/thoughts-of-home-on-thursday-17.html#.V1AOriGj_-4

 
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  1. Nancy's NotesMay 31, 2016 at 3:51 PM

    Cindy, Mallory Grace is beautiful!!! You really captured some great shots that I can see all framed and on your wall! Lucky you to find those flip flop spreaders, so stinking cute!!

    Have a great week.
    Nancy

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    1. Creations By CindyJune 1, 2016 at 6:26 AM

      Thanks so much Nancy. We will for sure have some of Mallory's pictures in a frame. Thinking about doing a collage so I can get a variety. Thanks for stopping by.

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  2. StaceyMay 31, 2016 at 4:13 PM

    Cindy, your granddaughter is beautiful! I love that she's pretty but spunky too. That's the best package. :)

    Your flowers are gorgeous. I just love this time of year when we can go out in the yard and pick our own arrangements.

    Thanks so much for your sweet comment about my patio and pond. We love it.

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    1. Creations By CindyJune 1, 2016 at 6:28 AM

      Stacey, Mallory is what we call our well-rounded gal. She can dress up and be fancy, play ball and deer hunt with her daddy and papa and never miss a beat! LOL!

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    2. StaceyJune 2, 2016 at 7:27 AM

      So glad you shared this at Thoughts of Home on Thursday. Thank you and have a wonderful day! :)

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  3. AnonymousMay 31, 2016 at 4:48 PM

    Cindy, you make me happy with your posts! Beautiful flowers. Do you EVER get a bad picture of your grands? WOW...she has a sweet smile. Now I want to see a post on the SUNFLOWER cake!
    Connie Royals

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    1. Creations By CindyJune 1, 2016 at 6:29 AM

      Connie, the grands know that Nana is going to snap a picture so whether they like it or not their picture gets taken. (LOL) Yep, I may have to do a sunflower cake now that I have that cute pan!

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  4. LindaMay 31, 2016 at 6:58 PM

    You always make me happy with your posts...your granddaughter is plum beautiful. Are you gonna show the sunflower cake???smiles

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    1. Creations By CindyJune 1, 2016 at 6:30 AM

      Thanks Linda. She was fun to photograph. YEP, you will see a picture of the cake but what would be nice would be if you could come and share a slice with me!

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  5. Visits With MaryMay 31, 2016 at 7:24 PM

    Loved your bouquets and fresh from your yard too!!! Awesome! Great thrift finds, love the cup and saucer. You always find the neatest things. Tell Mallory Grace she's one pretty ball player!!

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    1. Creations By CindyJune 1, 2016 at 6:31 AM

      Thanks Miss Mary. I figured you might love that cup and saucer. I tell Miss Mallory Grace that she's the prettiest little ball player I know!

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  6. AdrienneMay 31, 2016 at 8:12 PM

    Hi, sweet friend. Loved seeing your darling granddaughter - and your finds were a fun thing to see, too. Flowers always brighten my day. If only I could have smelled your gardenias while reading your words!
    ~Adrienne~

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    1. Creations By CindyJune 1, 2016 at 6:32 AM

      Awe thanks Adrienne. I love the smell of gardenias too.

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  7. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJune 1, 2016 at 1:09 AM

    How could it not make you happy? :) Love the flowers. Gardenias certainly do smell heavenly. Even more so when picked from your own garden. Great finds and the ball beauty is so darn cute!! You captured her wonderfully!
    hugs,
    Jann

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    1. Creations By CindyJune 1, 2016 at 6:36 AM

      Thanks Jann. I've been wanting to hit a few yard sales but haven't gotten around to that yet. Yep, I think come another year I might need to plant more flowers. Thanks for stopping by.

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  8. Deanies StashJune 1, 2016 at 1:45 AM

    Cindy, I love the smell of gardenias. The flowers were so pretty. Your post made me happy and put a smile on my face.

    Hugs & blessings,
    Dianne

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  9. Breathing In GraceJune 1, 2016 at 5:56 AM

    Wish we could go thrifting together. We racked up recently, too. Got in on the last day of an estate sale...anything you could get in a plastic grocery bag for $1...even got a paper shredder...I was one HAPPY girl!!! 😄 Mercy, Cindy, every single female in your family is drop dead gorgeous...they ALL get that from Nana!!! Hope you have an awesome Wednesday!

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    1. Creations By CindyJune 1, 2016 at 6:38 AM

      Girl, I think you might have ACED the buys! WOW! Ooh I wish I could have gone with you too. I'd be Happy, happy, happy to! Awe thanks Deb about your sweet words on my girls. Of course I am biased but I do have me some pretty women in my family. Happy Day to you!

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  10. Heather{Our Life In a Click}June 1, 2016 at 8:04 AM

    Love the photos you got of your sweet (and beautiful) granddaughter! Lady, you found some GREAT finds!! That scale and those napkins..the plates..the flip flop spreaders! You are one good thrifter!

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    1. Creations By CindyJune 1, 2016 at 8:28 AM

      Thanks Heather. If you and I could get together on our "thrifting" there is no telling what we would haul home! LOL!

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  11. Miss KathyJune 1, 2016 at 8:57 AM

    Oh Cindy! I so enjoyed a glimpse of all your celebrations! A friend of mine taught on the biblical principle of "celebration" once and it has stayed with me all these years. I believe there is power in celebrating goodness and beauty with an innocent heart motivated by a love of God and His good gifts. Your blog captures that spirit perfectly! Delightful visiting, milady!
    Joy!
    Kathy

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    1. Creations By CindyJune 1, 2016 at 10:31 AM

      Thank you Miss Kathy! We all have bad days Kathy...and more often than others may know...BUT I do believe that true joy can only come from Jesus Christ!

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  12. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJune 1, 2016 at 9:36 AM

    Cindy,
    Your Grand daughter is so lovely!! Adore your great finds and beautiful blooms!! Thanks so much for stopping by!!

    Hugs,
    Deb

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    1. Creations By CindyJune 1, 2016 at 10:26 AM

      Thanks so much Deb. I loved your patriotic tree!!!

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  13. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresJune 1, 2016 at 3:16 PM

    Thanks for sharing all of your HAPPY pictures, Cindy. I love gardenias and I'm sure I can smell them now.

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    1. Creations By CindyJune 1, 2016 at 3:35 PM

      Thanks Betsy. Nothing like walking in my kitchen and smelling gardenias. Just wish they would last LONGER!

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  14. Saleslady371June 1, 2016 at 6:02 PM

    What a beautiful talented granddaughter! Those red plates, Wow! So much fun for festive times of the year, especially Christmas or New Year's. What are you going to do with that decanter?

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    1. Creations By CindyJune 2, 2016 at 6:38 AM

      Thank you! I'll use that cute little decanter in different ways for sure. I can see it being part of a tablescape. Thanks for stopping by.

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  15. Celestina MarieJune 1, 2016 at 8:57 PM

    Hi Cindy, your grand is a beautiful little girl. The photos you captured are wonderful. Love the flowers and the gardenia are beautiful. I imagine the scent is heavenly. Yes, this is a Happy post!! Thank you for sharing. Blessings xo

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    1. Creations By CindyJune 2, 2016 at 6:39 AM

      Thanks so much. I am still enjoying the smell of gardenia's though they are looking mighty brown! Ha!

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  16. Jemma@athomewithjemmaJune 2, 2016 at 8:07 AM

    Good Morning My Dear Cindy!
    Well, you made me happy and I sure did it some sunshine in my neck of the woods, with this rain that will not go away!
    Every item caught my eye, but you know that sunflower pan is just the cutest ever, I sure hope that you will share a post on it when you make it...I bet it'll be dolled up really cute:)
    Your granddaughter is beautiful, those pretty eyes and her precious loving smile for that Nana of hers!
    Wonderful to have you join us at TOHOT and share the blessings of your precious blessed life!
    Hugs to YOU!
    Jemma

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    1. Creations By CindyJune 2, 2016 at 8:55 AM

      Awe thanks Jemma. I will have to get busy now and make that sunflower cake! LOL!

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  17. Lady of the ManorJune 2, 2016 at 10:07 AM

    Lots of fabulous finds, Lady! Your flowers are so pretty and I love that pitcher. Is the first arrangement in an old ice bucket? The one with the bail? Your grandgirl's photos are terrific!! You should be the team photographer! Have a blessed week, Cindy, and enjoy the summer weather!

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    1. Creations By CindyJune 2, 2016 at 10:59 AM

      Awe...so good to hear from you today. I think of you so often. No it's not an ice bucket but sorta looks like one. YES, I love that pitcher too. I don't use it often but when I do I get the most compliments on it. It doesn't hold enough tea for my bunch. LOL! But it sure is pretty. On the TEAM pictures....Mercy...It takes all I've got to keep up with the grandbabies pictures! LOL! Thanks for your sweet words today.

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  18. Carol @Comfort Spring StationJune 2, 2016 at 11:14 AM

    Flowers and vintage finds at the thrift - definitely my kind of day.

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  19. UnknownJune 2, 2016 at 1:45 PM

    Beautiful flowers and grandgirl! Those are fun memories and great photos!

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  20. LauraJune 2, 2016 at 3:28 PM

    Cindy- your granddaughter is precious and there is nothing better than watching them do their thing- especially in sports.
    And there there is thrifting. We are kindred spirits!
    Happy TOHOT!

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  21. The French HutchJune 2, 2016 at 4:56 PM

    What a precious little girl, I know she is much joy to you. Love your flowers and I do love your kind of shopping! I do remember and love the song, now it's in my head and I keep singing it to myself!
    Happy Thursday…….

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  22. Organized and SimplifiedJune 2, 2016 at 9:17 PM

    Great finds- I'd love to go thrifting with you! Your granddaughter is gorgeous. I'm glad you shared this with us at TOHOT!

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  23. Pat@Life At Lydias HouseJune 2, 2016 at 9:26 PM

    I love your fresh bouquets and I'm sure that the gardenias are smelling wonderful! I must take time to cut some and bring them inside!

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    1. Creations By CindyJune 3, 2016 at 6:56 AM

      Thanks Pat. I am about ready to cut some more of those sweet smelling flowers and bring inside.

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  24. Karen@Southern Gal Meets MidwestJune 3, 2016 at 1:14 PM

    Some great thrift finds there Cindy! Getting more and spending less makes me smile REAL BIG :) Your grandgirl is beautiful. You got some great shots of her on the field!!

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  25. UnknownJune 4, 2016 at 1:23 AM

    Wow Cindy those are some neat finds for that small amount. Love the flowers but those vases are very pretty too and so is that precious granddaughter.

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  26. LindaJune 5, 2016 at 11:20 AM

    Your granddaughter is gorgeous, Cindy! And I love the flowers and all your lovely thrift treasures!

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  27. Pam RichardsonJune 5, 2016 at 10:35 PM

    Cindy, what a happy post! You found some great stuff at a real bargain. Love the smell of gardenias! Your Mallory is a doll! Have a wonderful week! Blessings, Pam @ Everyday Living

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