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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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{It's All The Little Things That Make Me Smile}


 Hello everyone on this Sunday evening. Wanted to pop in and say, "It will take me two weeks or more to get used to the time change". Anyone else? We have had two days of rain, light winds and colder weather in our neck of the woods. One good reason to stay home and start my Christmas decor but I did stop long enough to make a pot of Nanny Conner's Corn and Chicken chowder. Warmed my heart for sure and was surely good. 


I put up a little cute girly Christmas tree for the youngest grandgirls in the their play room. 


It sure doesn't take much to make those sweet littles happy. 


My oldest granddaughter went to the annual Fall Ball. She was just stunning. 

My favorite grandson looked so nice too. 
I decided to drag out the old singer and make a table runner for my Christmas table. I haven't brought her out in a while but she still works well. 

I had something in mind for my centerpiece for my dining table so while browsing Dollar General or it might have been Family Dollar I spotted these two cute decorated boxes. So I bought two at $7 each making them cost $14.

I spotted this cute ornament for $1 so grabbed it.

I had purchased these faux white roses earlier from Walmart for $3.

I hot clued the two ends of the boxes together. YES, I have glue gun scars to prove it. 

Added the ornament in the middle to cover where I glued it. Then added about 4 of the roses from the rose bush, have some left,  fluffed it up and well, I am pleased with my centerpiece for around $16.50. I will be honest, I have to truly be in the MOOD to craft and the older I get the more I like the convenience of  simply ordering something rather than scouting for it or making it. BUT, I am also very frugal and hey, with two rainy days, YEP, I had the time. But, It turned out just like I wanted it too. 

I did do a little chilling out though. YEP, good old Christmas socks always make me happy. 

I have gotten up quite a bit of Christmas decor thanks to my youngest daughter who came over to help me. What a blessing she was to me this weekend. I am healing from shingles, a light case and not contagious as I am over the worst so we found it safe for her to come and help me this weekend. I am thankful I had a light case because that WAS ENOUGH I can assure you. BUT, I am extra thankful I have daughters that will come to my rescue when needed. 
I hope that you all have a wonderful week and that the Lord brings you blessings that make you SMILE. 

Hugs and blessings, Cindy






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  1. Saleslady371November 7, 2021 at 8:35 PM


    Well look at you, girl! Cute, comfy socks and those homemade Christmas planters turned out adorable. I sympathize with you regarding shingles. I had a severe case two years ago and I will never forget the sleepless annoying nights. Thankfully, yours is mild. Prayers for healing, nonetheless! Hugs, Cindy.

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 8, 2021 at 8:33 AM

      Love my comfy holiday socks for sure. I love how the planters turned out. Girl, my case was light but thank the Lord they are healing nicely. It was crazy though!

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  2. Granny MarigoldNovember 7, 2021 at 11:59 PM

    I'm sorry you had a case of Shingles but thankfully it was a light case. I am so impressed with the pretty centerpiece you made. You did a great job.
    I must admit to hating the dumb time change. It messes with sleep and it takes me a while to adjust.
    Have a great week.

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 8, 2021 at 8:34 AM

      Thanks GM. I love my little centerpiece too. It turned out just like I wanted. YES time change always gets me for a few weeks. I honestly like more daylight time in the afternoons. When it gets dark...I feel I need to wind her down a little! LOL!

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  3. Pamela M. SteinerNovember 8, 2021 at 6:52 AM

    Wow! All ready for Christmas already? And here I am trying to put away Halloween and bring out the Pilgrims for Thanksgiving. But I must admit in my mind I am wishing I could start my Christmas decorating. Normally I always wait until after Thanksgiving, but I'm just more in the mood for Christmas decorations this year. Your table centerpiece is amazing! You are very clever!!! And I LOVE the little tree for your grandgirls' playroom. I know they will squeal with delight when they see it. I am sorry to hear you've had the shingles, but am glad it was a mild case. That can be very painful. I'm glad your daughter has been able to help you. You look so cozy comfy in your Christmas jammies and socks. Yep, you are making me want to just skip the pilgrims this year...but then again...well, we'll see...Have a blessed week!!!

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 8, 2021 at 8:36 AM

      Pam, for years I waited till Thanksgiving weekend to put up my tree and decor for Christmas. But, we have Thanksgiving at my FIL each year and I decorate for Fall in early September. AND...I just love the Christmas decor. The lights, sounds and smells. I've decided the more I age the more I want to do the things that bring me absolute Joy and Christmas is one of them.

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  4. BarbaraNovember 8, 2021 at 8:21 AM

    Your decorations are beautiful, Cindy. Yes, it's been warm socks weather here in my area, too. SO SORRY TO SEE YOU HAVE THE SHINGLES!!!! I'm relieved it seems to be a light case.

    You are one fun person with all your imagination and ingenuity!

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 8, 2021 at 8:37 AM

      Thanks Barbara. I love being fun and try too be. But those dang shingles messed me up with my FUN plans! LOL!

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  5. thepaintedapron.comNovember 8, 2021 at 9:00 AM

    Your centerpiece is fantastic Cindy, very clever and creative! I can't believe you are already decorating for Christmas! Sorry you got shingles, I know that wasn't fun...
    Jenna

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 8, 2021 at 9:24 AM

      Thanks Jenna. I was pleased with the way the planters turned out. Shingles much better thank the Lord!

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  6. Heather{Our Life In a Click}November 8, 2021 at 9:06 AM

    I'm glad you're feeling better and it was a mid case. What a sweet daughter you have! Your decorations are looking so good. It makes me want to decorate! That soup looks so delicious! I like staying cozy at home when the weather is yucky. You looked comfy! My kind of relaxing. The center piece turned out so great..you are crafty!!

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 8, 2021 at 9:25 AM

      Thank you Heather Lou. I was thankful. Still on the medication but last dose is today. When weather is yukky then fun socks and Christmas movies are the best! Add a bowl of soup and girl...I am happy!

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  7. LindaNovember 8, 2021 at 9:32 AM

    Grinning...something told me you were going to start decorating for Christmas, I hope you have a beautiful week, my friend.

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 8, 2021 at 10:15 AM

      LOL! You know me pretty well Linda! I LOVE ALL THINGS CHRISTMAS!

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  8. JunkchiccottageNovember 8, 2021 at 10:08 AM

    Oh my gosh Cindy sorry to hear about the Shingles. Those are so painful whether a mild or strong case. So sorry. Glad you are feeling better. I got the vaccine a while ago because with all the stress I am under most days I was afraid I would get them lol! Love your center piece you made. So pretty. I started my Christmas decor too. I love the twinkle of those lights on the tree. Have a great new week ahead. xoxo Kris

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 8, 2021 at 10:16 AM

      Thank you Kris. Girl....I am praising the Lord for the mild case. I too love the centerpiece and how it turned out. Made me smile...along with that bowl of chowder! LOL!

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  9. Lady of the ManorNovember 8, 2021 at 4:05 PM

    Oh Cindy, I’m praying your shingles are over soon! I had a light case right after our daughter’ wedding, the same time I found out Andy was moving to Montana and right about the time we moved into the new house. Even a light case is no fun! I still have residual effects (itching in that area of my back every night) even after 5 years. I love how your centerpiece turned out!! Love the black and white check! It’s hard to believe your grands are that old but they sure are good looking…just like their grandma, huh?! Wishing you a better week, dear friend. I’ll be keeping you in my prayers. Zenda

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 10, 2021 at 8:19 AM

      Stress usually brings those nasty things on for sure! That you for your kind words on my centerpiece. I love it! I decorated a tree in the dining room to coordinate with the colors and it is just all meshing so well together.

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  10. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenNovember 8, 2021 at 6:22 PM

    Oh no, poor you with the shingles!! How sweet of your daughter to come and help you with the decor. Your Christmas box looks so pretty and so does the girly tree! Your oldest grands sure are beautiful and handsome! Enjoy your week, Cindy. That corn chowder sounds so comforting!

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  11. MargieNovember 8, 2021 at 7:11 PM

    Sorry to hear about the shingles, Cindy!

    I'm loving your holiday decor. Dollar Tree has a TON of red truck holiday decor this year.

    I'm not much of a crafter either, but I have a couple of DYI projects that I will attempt to do myself because I can't find it anywhere. If it's not a complete DYI disaster, I'll share it on my blog. LOL.

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 10, 2021 at 8:20 AM

      Yes do share on the blog Margie! Even if it's a flop! I love seeing what others come up with. Our Dollar Tree is small and we don't carry a lot but if you see something you like while shopping there, you best grab it or it will be gone.

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  12. Pam RichardsonNovember 8, 2021 at 10:29 PM

    Cindy, shingles can be horrendous. I am so glad your case was mild. The tree is darling and I know your girls love it. You did a great job with the centerpiece! Have a wonderful week!

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 10, 2021 at 8:21 AM

      Thank you Pam. The centerpiece turned out like I wanted it too for sure.

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  13. SusanNovember 9, 2021 at 4:54 PM

    Nice picture of your grands! Love all your creations too. I put up a tree in all the rooms. Going to have the grands decorate their trees. That white tree is so cute! I had a rose gold tree up last year with pink decorations. I found some cute ornaments at Target. I got a few things and the Dollar Tree too. I love your centerpiece!

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 10, 2021 at 8:22 AM

      A friend of mine does her Hair Salon in all pink and silver and her decor is stunning each year. Thanks for your kind words on the centerpiece.

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  14. VeeNovember 10, 2021 at 12:20 PM

    Always a lot going on here! Your grands are adorable and whoever is going to enjoy the pink frilly tree has to be sweet, too. Speaking of sweet, your table looks so nice. You're pretty cute there yourself. I have to find my cozy winter things...

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 10, 2021 at 1:47 PM

      Never a dull moment at my place Vee. LOL! Thank you for your kind words on my table. I love it. I always enjoy my Christmas decor.

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  15. Lea @ CiCis CornerNovember 10, 2021 at 7:40 PM

    Pretty granddaughter and grandson, the beginning of Christmas decorations and chicken and corn chowder. My goodness, can't get much better. So glad you have a light case of the Shingles. Have you taken the shingle vaccine? I had mine this past summer. I'm full of vaccines, Covid, Shingles and Flu. Mercy! I should be well covered.

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 14, 2021 at 5:19 PM

      Thank you Lea. No I have not taken the shingles vaccine but will be as soon as I am given the "thumbs up" from my Dr. But praise the Lord it was a light case.

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  16. AnonymousNovember 12, 2021 at 1:02 PM

    Oh, I love your table decor! So pretty! I have been crafting, too! 'Tis the season, I guess. :) I'm sorry to hear you've been ill. Thankful it wasn't too bad, though, and that you are on the mend. Enjoy your weekend!

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  17. Lowcarb team memberNovember 13, 2021 at 7:22 PM

    So sorry to read that you had a mild case of shingles, pleased that you are now healing.

    I did enjoy seeing your Christmas decorations and I love your Christmas socks.
    Look after yourself, my good wishes.

    All the best Jan

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  18. CherylNovember 14, 2021 at 1:00 PM

    Oh, sweet friend! I am SO sorry to hear you have been battling shingles! My dear Mom had them, and oh, how she suffered! I trust you are completely well by now. We have our tree up already at our house, too. I don't think Christmas can come fast enough for any of us this year, after all we have all been through lately. The glory of Christmas shines extra bright this year, in spite of all the darkness that has tried to take it from us. God bless you and your dear family this Christmas season!

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 14, 2021 at 5:21 PM

      Thank you dearest Cheryl. Girl you are so right! With so much that has been happening and going on in life I can assure you I don't wait on banana's too get ripe anymore! LOL!!! That was my late MIL favorite saying!

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  19. Linda StollNovember 15, 2021 at 10:09 AM

    Well I am certainly late to this lovely gathering and can only hope that you've still got some of that yummy chicken corn chowder still in the pot!

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  20. NanaDianaNovember 15, 2021 at 12:27 PM

    Cindy-Your grandkids are both as cute as can be---well, one is pretty-and one is handsome. lol.
    I am so sorry you have shingles. They are horrible. That reminds me to go get my shingles shot. Of course it is not covered by insurance but the $275 is worth it to not have shingles. Or-if I do get them it would be a lighter case.
    Love your Christmas table topper-the roses were the perfect finishing touch.

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 15, 2021 at 1:48 PM

      Thank you. Praise the Lord I just had a light case cause with the burning, pain and itching...Oh mercy! I will be getting a shingles vaccine first of December. I love floral pieces in a Christmas tree or decoration. Happy Day to you. Glad you stopped by to visit.

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  21. AshleyNovember 18, 2021 at 8:31 AM

    Hope you are feeling better from the shingles. 💕
    Your diy creation is so adorable! And that corn chowder looks absolutely scrumptious. Would you mind sharing the recipe? It is something I’d love to make!

    -Ashley

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    1. Creations By CindyNovember 18, 2021 at 8:43 AM

      Thanks you Ashley. MUCH better, thank the Lord. Yes I will be glad to share my recipe. Will try to email it to you.

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So glad you stopped by to visit.
Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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