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{It's A New Beginning Y'all}

  It's a tad late to wish a  Happy New Year but I sure hope that it's kicked off good for everyone. Ours kicked off with being so THANKFUL for what God has done and is doing. As I told my family as we were reminiscing over 2024, "There is a lot of 2024 I DO NOT WANT A RE-DO but the Lord has surely taught me so very much. I am truly thankful for each breath, each day, family and close friends. We had our three youngest grands for New Years Eve. We had a great time and the girls enjoyed a little fishing, bonfire with their great-grandfather and roasting marshmallows. Their great-grandfather will be 90 years old next month. As most of you know I do a monthly focus board and this makes my 3rd or 4th year. I've lost count. Only fitting that New Beginnings would be my focus for January. This has been so good for me as it sits on my kitchen counter so I can see it daily. Wonderful way to focus and quote God's Word daily.  I felt up to hosting a lunch and movie day with ...
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{Celebrating Another Birthday! What A Blessing From God}

 

Well, my birthday was February 18th and I am just so thankful that God has given me another birthday. You know? When we are young we don't think too much about having another birthday as we simply take it for granite that it will come. BUT, as we get older we don't take anything for granite. Giving God the praise. 

AND YES...that cake was delicious! My three girls and I shared that huge slice of Red Velvet Cheese Cake. SOOOO GOOD!

My girls know how to pamper their mama and they carried me out to eat and to celebrate. We had such good food and a sweet time of fellowship. 

I think that I am going to have to copycat that wonderful cake and make it one Sunday for dinner!


God surely blessed me with these gals. He knew what I needed in my life. They keep me straight and sane! But, they bring me laughter, much love and joy!


I received a sweet card with a new tea to try from one of my blogging friends and the tea package is so pretty that I hate to open it. BUT I will and I can't wait to try it. How sweet of her to think of me.


I tried out this new tea that was gifted to me and oh my! It was so good and it did indeed taste just like Strawberry Cheesecake.


I decided one day last week to whip up some Lavender and Vanilla Bath salts for me and my girls. Oh my goodness it smells so good. A friend of mine gifted me a dozen yellow roses for my birthday and I used a few petals from one rose in the bath salts just to make it pretty. I have them drying now for future bath salts.

I have celebrated all month as that is what us Conner gals do. LOL! So...I will finish up the month with a birthday trip to the mountains. A change of scenery is always good and we are looking forward to some R & R along with some fun. I have a few more things to pack and then I am mountain bound. Pray for our travel safety if you think of us.

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This will be out sweet cabin. I am ready for the fun to begin. 

I hope that you all have a wonderful week and remember to give God the praise for blessing you with another day of life. We are only on this earth for a short time. 

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Hugs and blessings, Cindy




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  1. ~Lavender Dreamer~February 20, 2022 at 12:56 PM

    Happy Birthday sweet friend! I know you had a wonderful special birthday and now a fun trip to go on! Life is good! Your girls are all so adorable...they look like you! Enjoy this coming week! Sweet birthday hugs coming your way, Diane

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  2. Junk Chic KrisFebruary 20, 2022 at 1:03 PM

    Happy Birthday Cindy. You share the same day as my younger daughter Kim. Happy Sunday. Have a beautiful week. xoxo Kris

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    1. Creations By CindyFebruary 20, 2022 at 10:21 PM

      I am honored that we both have the same birthday's. Of course...different years! LOL!

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  3. BarbaraFebruary 20, 2022 at 1:28 PM

    Happiest of Birthday wishes, even belated, dear Cindy. LOVE the slice of cake. How clever to use frosting to write a message on the plate's rim!!! May you have many more birthdays! Enjoy your time away!

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  4. Granny MarigoldFebruary 20, 2022 at 1:42 PM

    Belated birthday wishes!! I'm glad your family spoils you. You deserve it.
    Have a wonderful get-away and travel safely.

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  5. Pamela M. SteinerFebruary 20, 2022 at 4:11 PM

    Oh, it looks like you are having a wonderful birthday!!! That cake looks wonderful! I baked a Red Velvet cake with buttercream/creamcheese frosting for my hubby's birthday on the 16th. But I never thought about a cheesecake bottom to the cake! That looks pretty amazing! And that cabin looks even more amazing!!! How wonderful to take a mountain trip and stay in such a lovely spot. Enjoy enjoy enjoy!!!! Praise the Lord!

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  6. VeeFebruary 20, 2022 at 6:28 PM

    Well Happy Birthday to my fellow February gal 🎈Your girls took good care of you. I would have loved to hear the laughter. That cake looks amazing. Have a fun time in the mountains.

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  7. SusanFebruary 20, 2022 at 7:32 PM

    Happy Birthday sweet Cindy!!! You are blessed!

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  8. MargieFebruary 21, 2022 at 11:26 AM

    Happy Birthday, Cindy!!!

    I fully endorse celebrating birthdays all month. I especially appreciate how your birthday celebrations included tea!

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  9. Lea @ CiCis CornerFebruary 21, 2022 at 7:56 PM

    Well, happy, happy birthday Cindy and that cake looks soooo delicious!!! Enjoy your time away and we'll look forward to hearing all about it.

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  10. CherylFebruary 22, 2022 at 11:46 PM

    Aw, sweet friend! Happy, happy belated birthday!! I am so thankful God spared you to see another birthday and that you got to have such a nice celebration with your dear girls! So, you and my dear Kevin were born the same month! Good things happen in February, for sure! God bless you with many, many more happy, healthy years, and I hope you have a wonderful time in the mountains. I love and appreciate you!

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  11. Rajani RehanaFebruary 23, 2022 at 3:44 AM

    Wish you a very happy birthday ����

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  12. handmade by amaliaFebruary 24, 2022 at 2:20 AM

    Happy Birthday! A wonderful celebration and a beautiful cake. After two years of covid I appreciate every family gathering so much more.
    Amalia
    xo

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  13. Lady of the ManorFebruary 24, 2022 at 8:15 AM

    Happy, Happy birthday, dear Cindy! I know you two are having so much fun in your mountain retreat. Enjoy and, yes, be thankful for everyday God blesses us with! Zenda

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  14. Pam RichardsonFebruary 24, 2022 at 8:48 AM

    I am so sorry I am late in reading and commenting. Happy belated birthday pretty lady. You look like a sister to your girls rather than mother. Have a wonderful time in the mountains!

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  15. thepaintedapron.comFebruary 24, 2022 at 8:56 AM

    Happy Happy Birthday Cindy! It looks like you are the Birthday Queen! Have fun on your trip~
    Jenna

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  16. ChristineFebruary 24, 2022 at 12:53 PM

    Celebrate! Havefun! Eating well! Sleep in!
    Wear a smile because you are loved.

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  17. Linda StollFebruary 24, 2022 at 8:42 PM

    oh LOVELY LOVELY LOVELY! It makes my heart smile to see you celebrating all week. You go, girl!

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  18. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenFebruary 28, 2022 at 5:36 PM

    How did I miss this post, sweet friend??? I know you had a wonderful birthday with your darling daughters. You all could be sisters, Cindy! You’re all too cute for words. I also know that you had a great getaway with your sweet hubby. We do like to keep in celebrating, don’t we? Enjoy every minute! Hugs and blessings to you!

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    1. Creations By CindyMarch 1, 2022 at 5:01 PM

      Thank you Kitty. I hope your birthday was sweet too. Trying to catch on things this week. But, we did have a wonderful trip. Glad to be home though. Missed my babies.

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

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