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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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{Cocoa Bombs Are For The Win}

 Good Morning Morning everyone. Hope your morning has started off good. 

I am actually sipping on my 2nd cup of coffee this morning and enjoying every drop. Yesterday Marty and I enjoyed breakfast for lunch at Denny's and my coffee mug was the THIS ONE! I loved it! So true for me.
 

Remember the little tacky shirt from last week? Well, the grandgirl sent me a picture this morning. She is ready for her tacky shirt day at school. 

I had a little cocoa bomb making time at my house on Friday morning. I wanted to do a few little gifts for some special friends and I decided  that cocoa bombs was on my list. 

Each one was filled with different goodies such as caramel bites, marshmallows, white and dark chocolate chips, peppermints crushed, edible glitter, and well, I can't remember what all I did put in these cuties. 

 


I found the cute free printable tags on line so printed on card stock. The packaging was found at Walmart. They turned out so cute I think. I am going to make a few more soon. My family has already requested cocoa bombs for our family Christmas after dinner treat.

One sweet friend gets her little package today. I also baked her some chocolate chip cookies, found the cutest little red bird napkins along with adorable little paper dessert plates. The coffee mug has one my favorite scriptures on it and I was able to place her cocoa bomb on top. Of course the Santa ornament is my fav! I LOVE HIM!
 
Marty and I did enjoy a few days away doing a little hunting. I know for you non-huntress this may not sound exciting but for me...it's NOT just about the hunting. I love sitting out among God's beauty and talking to Him alone. We have the best talks ever while I am sitting among those old Georgia pines. 


We are praying for so many that have been affected by the recent tornado's. I am at a loss for words except JESUS! 


 

 

 We are always praying so very hard for my blogging friend Linda. Linda and her husband just lost their son, Liam. We are grieving for this family. 

https://thatsmesimplylinda.blogspot.com 

Our hearts are heavy with so much but we are trusting a God that can heal, restore, and give peace that can only come from Him. 

This was the scripture that the Lord gave to me back in February when I battled Covid and I feel it very fitting for anyone that is hurting, sick, disheartened, or struggling in some way. Please know that today I am praying for you all and that over this wonderful holiday season that you take a few minutes each day to praise God for the breath you took.
 

Only in Florida can one visit Santa in shorts! LOL! 

Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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  1. SusanDecember 13, 2021 at 1:01 PM

    We are having cold weather here in So Ca. My daughter and her family are in NY and they are just a bit colder out there. Cute picture of your grands! I was totally saddened to hear Linda's news. Been praying and just can't imagine her loss. Your bombs are the bomb! Are they hard to make? I am not much of a baker. Enjoy your week!

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    1. Creations By CindyDecember 13, 2021 at 1:10 PM

      Chilly here today but back in the 80's probably this week. You never know what Florida weather will do. The cocoa bombs are not hard to make but time consuming to me. I had made a few before just to get the hang of it. Was really please with how this batch came out.

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  2. Pam RichardsonDecember 13, 2021 at 3:36 PM

    Hello Cindy, I am a coffee loving girl! The cocoa bombs look fabulous and what a great friend you are to give these and home-baked chocolate chips to your friends. May I be your friend? (Lol). My heart is heavy for the horrific tornadoes that tore through six states with the loss of lives and property. Praying for all those devastated by such terrible loss.

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    1. Creations By CindyDecember 13, 2021 at 3:43 PM

      YES, gotta have my coffee! Yes, we are praying for so many.

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  3. thepaintedapron.comDecember 13, 2021 at 5:46 PM

    Your homemade gifts are the bomb {pun intended!} Cindy!! Lucky are those friends that receive them! Yes prayers and prayers for our Southern neighbors...
    Jenna

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    1. Creations By CindyDecember 15, 2021 at 11:44 AM

      LOL! They are indeed the bomb. Everyone is loving them.

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  4. Granny MarigoldDecember 13, 2021 at 6:10 PM

    I smiled to see your grand girlies in shorts on Santa's knees.
    Your Cocoa Bombs are so cute; you're so creative!!! I'm sure all the lucky recipients will enjoy their treats.

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  5. MargieDecember 13, 2021 at 6:49 PM

    The tacky shirt made me smile.

    I'm also admiring the yummy handmade cocoa bombs. What a fun treat to gift people!

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    1. Creations By CindyDecember 15, 2021 at 11:45 AM

      They are easy to make but so time consuming. I made another small batch yesterday. I want to try some other types of molds too but maybe after Christmas. LOL!

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  6. Lea @ CiCis CornerDecember 13, 2021 at 7:37 PM

    Oh, your cocoa bombs are so cute! I may need to look into making some of them. Soooo sad for your blogging friend and the loss of her son. I can't even imagine. Enjoy these days of Christmas!

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    1. Creations By CindyDecember 15, 2021 at 11:49 AM

      Thanks Lea. I am going to try some different molds for fun but might wait till after Christmas. I am about BOMBED out! LOL!

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  7. ~Lavender Dreamer~December 13, 2021 at 7:55 PM

    I love Santa with the girls...how sweet! And the cocoa bombs are just that....they are the bomb! Very fun to make and such a nice gift to receive. I did not know that about Linda so I will keep her in my prayers and go visit her blog. You are sweet to let us know. Hugs, Diane

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    1. Creations By CindyDecember 15, 2021 at 11:49 AM

      Yes please keep sweet Linda and her husband Dave in prayer. My heart is broke for them. Merry Christmas Diane.

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  8. JunkchiccottageDecember 14, 2021 at 12:37 AM

    I wish I could visit Santa in short and flip flops lol! The cocoa bombs are going to be a big hit. I did those for gifts this year too. Everyone so far has loved them. So sorry for Linda's loss. Prayers for her and her family. xoxo Kris

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  9. BarbaraDecember 14, 2021 at 5:37 AM

    Cindy, your cocoa bombs are "the bomb", as the kids would say. Wow. They are such a festive treat. Thanks for the idea.

    Thank you, too, for sharing Isaiah 41:10 with us. It is such an uplifting, powerful verse that we all need for whatever we are facing today and every day.

    With you and so many other blog readers, I grieve over the loss of Liam in Linda's family.

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    1. Creations By CindyDecember 15, 2021 at 11:51 AM

      Thanks Barbara. I am enjoying reading your wonderful news on the blog! Isaiah 41:10 surely became a very powerful scripture for me to hold onto. Hugs to you.

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  10. Pamela M. SteinerDecember 14, 2021 at 7:10 AM

    Those cocoa bombs are so cute...not sure how you did that, but it's a wonderful idea! So festive and pretty those little packages!! You are very clever!! Your sweet little girls are so cute with Santa, and the other one doesn't look tacky at all. She's just adorable!! And yes, our hearts are broken for Linda and Dave. It's just so very sad. But God is with them and He will carry them through this time of grief and comfort them with His loving arms. We are so blessed to have this blessed hope of eternal life. Thank you for your wonderful heart warming post.

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    1. Creations By CindyDecember 15, 2021 at 11:52 AM

      YES girl..the hope of eternal life! Praying for Linda and Dave. The cocoa bombs has been a hit for sure. Easy to make but time consuming. Now I know why people charge so much for them. LOL!

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  11. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenDecember 14, 2021 at 8:44 AM

    Oh Cindy, your cocoa bombs are so professionally done!!!! I haven’t tried to make any of them yet. I can imagine how much you enjoy talking to God while in the Georgia pines. 🙏🏻
    Prayers for Linda and for all those affected by the tornadoes.
    May you have a blessed week, my friend.

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    1. Creations By CindyDecember 15, 2021 at 11:53 AM

      Thanks Kitty. I am jack of all trades but a master of none. They have been a hit so far. YES...the Lord and I have surely had some heart to heart talks amidst those Georgia Pines. But you what? We have some good talks by my pond too at my house. Love it that no matter where I am at I can always talk to the Lord.

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  12. BonnieDecember 14, 2021 at 9:08 AM

    Your cocoa bombs are so cute. I would like to make some of these.
    Thanks for sharing the picture of the church in Mayfield, Kentucky. I am praying for everyone in the horrific destruction areas. Such sadness and intense grief!
    I will pray for your friend that lost her son Liam.
    Very cute photo of your grands with Santa.

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  13. Heather{Our Life In a Click}December 14, 2021 at 1:38 PM

    It's so funny seeing the kids in shorts visiting Santa! Yes, only in Florida!! Those hot cocoa bombs look so good! I hope you're having a great week! Love the tacky t-shirt!

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  14. LindaDecember 14, 2021 at 2:10 PM

    Thank you sweet friend...I told myself I wasn't going to do this; cry...but I am. Y'all are so precious...so, when we get down there, you gonna come over and were gonna have a BBQ; Terri, Barbara, Pamela...yep. My husband is already plotting, wink. And you better bring Marty and those grand babies, smiles.

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    1. Creations By CindyDecember 15, 2021 at 11:55 AM

      Oh Linda...you and Dave are being covered in prayers sweet friend. I say let's ditch the guys and have a girls day! LOL!!!!

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  15. CherylDecember 15, 2021 at 12:16 AM

    Aw, I just love the look of your beautiful gift basket and cocoa bombs! I have never heard of them before reading your post. I must not get out much! LOL! You are so sweet to always be thinking of others and pouring yourself into making things so special for your family. I surely understand what you mean about being alone with God out in nature. It just draws my heart closer to Him when we are out walking in the woods in the mountains around our home. Sometimes I just go out on our balcony at night and look up at the sky and talk to Him there. He is everywhere we look - just like the Dolly Parton song, "God's Coloring Book." May He bless you and your family this Christmas, sweet friend. Sending love and hugs your way!

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    1. Creations By CindyDecember 15, 2021 at 11:56 AM

      Thank you sweet Cheryl. I am in awe at God's beauty that surrounds us. Merry Christmas to you and your sweet family.

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  16. Linda StollDecember 16, 2021 at 7:24 PM

    Oh those cocoa bombs! Just too incredibly fun! Wish we could shrink the miles so we could share a few mugs together, Cindy!

    I wish you and yours a wonderful Christmas! I am so grateful that God has brought you into my life with all your joy and smiles, creativity, and faith. I feel blessed indeed.

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    1. Creations By CindyDecember 19, 2021 at 6:00 PM

      Yes we surely would be sharing a few mugs and lots of talking. Merry Christmas.

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  17. Lady of the ManorDecember 19, 2021 at 7:34 AM

    Cindy, I’m really behind with my blog reading. I’m so sorry to hear about your blog friend’s son. Those tornados
    were horrible. We were at little Jack’s preschool Christmas program that Friday night and drove home with tornado sirens blaring. Our community escaped much damage but my heart has just been so sad for all of those who have been effected. Prayers for your friend! Your Cocoa Bombs looks so cute! What a great gift idea. Wishing you a blessed Christmas, dear friend! 🎄❤️

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    1. Creations By CindyDecember 19, 2021 at 6:00 PM

      I hope that you and your sweet family has a wonderful Christmas.

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  18. Lowcarb team memberDecember 19, 2021 at 4:14 PM

    Your homemade gifts look wonderful.
    Lovely to see the girls (in shorts) with Santa.

    The Tornadoes were so terrible, we heard about them on our UK news.
    My prayers to all affected.
    Prayers too for your friend.

    Sending my good wishes for this most special time of year.

    All the best Jan

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

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