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{February Happenings}

  Well our February Florida weather is cool in the mornings, warm during the day and cool at night. Which to be honest, suits me! But, we can't have perfect weather that suits us all can we? This weather has had me in the baking mode though. I saved a few apples from our mountain trip and baked an apple bundt cake to freeze for a Sunday dinner sweet.  Decided to whip up a batch of Kitty's shortbread spritz cookies. They weren't as pretty as hers but oh they would melt in your mouth. Be sure to pop over to see her recipe.  https://www.kittyskozykitchen.com/2025/01/impossibly-easy-ham-and-swiss-pie-and.html#more I had some left over deer venison and decided to make a Venison and Penne Casserole. Was a hit with Marty and his dad. But, we love all things venison around her neck of the woods.  One day I had some broccoli that was going to go bad if not used so whipped up a little comfort soup. Broccoli and shedder cheese soup.  My oldest granddaughter Raygen bought h...
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{Happy Sunday Afternoon Everyone}

 

Good Sunday Afternoon friends. I hope that your weekend has been lovely for you. We've had a good weekend and a busy one. Grands, church, cooking, baking, playing and well, I am a little tuckered out right now but resting up as we have a birthday party to attend later on this afternoon. I shared with you in January that I have felt led each month this year to do a focus board. I am loving it as my monthly focus boards keep me mindful of what my true focus should be. I keep it in my kitchen as I read it off and on throughout the day. 


My three daughters participate in the Annual River Run each year and this is their 3rd year of doing this as the Sister Trio. I love that they do this together and stay active. I was so proud of them. NOPE...in case you are wondering....Running is out of the question for me unless I am being chased and then I am afraid that my slowness would get me caught quick! I will stick to Yoga and low impact exercise but I gladly cheer these girls on. 


My youngest daughter made lunch for me one day last week and it was so good that I had to make this a few days later for some quick lunches. This is called Sushi Roll in a bowl with cauliflower rice. I modified the recipe a tad but it was yummy. Low carb, low calories. 


The recipe made up two bowls for two lunches. 

https://www.pinterest.dk/pin/122863896079024111/


Someone asked me this past week what was my goals since I was now retired? Well, my goals immediately after retiring was to do some decluttering at home. I felt that I couldn't move forward until I got some much needed decluttering checked off my list. Then, I honestly did not have goals per say but to simply try and find my groove with retirement. I am happy to say that I am finding my groove and I am loving it! I honestly was a little concerned as I have shared with you all that I have worked most my whole life and I loved this past job/ministry that I had for 22 plus years. But, It has amazed me at how I have honestly began to find my way...find a refreshing ME that I feel has somewhat come to life again. Not sure if this is making sense to anyone but let me say that I feel that retirement is beginning to look real good on me as a dear friend said about herself once! LOL! I totally get it! I am loving retirement!


Continued prayers are abounding for so many that are hurting, sick and have lost loved ones. My prayers are constant for Ukraine. My heart is saddened at the state that our world is in. The price increase on so much such as food, gas and etc. is just mind blowing. I know that none of these things has taken our Lord by surprise and I know that His Ultimate Will will be accomplished. May we be mighty prayer warriors and stand in the gap for those in need of prayer.


I will close with this meme today as it has been a great reminder to me. Maybe someone reading this needs to reminded too that in order to care for others we must care for ourselves. For me, spiritual care is my top priority but self care is coupled with it. Finding balance is hard but worth hunting for it...

I hope that you all have a wonderful week and may the Lord bless you in ways that you are in pure awe of HIM!

Hugs and blessings, Cindy


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  1. VeeMarch 6, 2022 at 6:47 PM

    It is good to know that God is on the case. Such a mess this old world is in. What a great activity for your girls to be a part of. I'm with you...low impact please. Have a good week!

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    1. Creations By CindyMarch 7, 2022 at 11:20 AM

      Thanks Vee for stopping by. Hope your week is lovely.

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  2. Pam RichardsonMarch 6, 2022 at 7:50 PM

    Hi Cindy, it is always refreshing to drop in for a visit. I am so happy that you are enjoying retirement. I have loved being retired. My heart is broken over Ukraine, continued prayers for its people 🙏🏻 Wishing you a lovely week.

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  3. Granny MarigoldMarch 7, 2022 at 12:27 AM

    I like your idea of a focus board. Yours is a great one and I'm sure you're blessed every time you walk past it as you go through your day. Have a good week.

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    1. Creations By CindyMarch 7, 2022 at 11:21 AM

      Thanks GM. I can't tell you how many times a day I find myself reading my focus board. It has been good for me.

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  4. JunkchiccottageMarch 7, 2022 at 12:29 AM

    Hi Cindy. How fun your girls do this run together. LOL I had to laugh at you and running. I always tell people if you see me running you better start running because something horrible is after me. I do not run either! I hope and pray that our world will find peace and this attack on the Ukraine will stop. So much loss and sadness. Wishing you a good start to the new week. xoxo

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    1. Creations By CindyMarch 7, 2022 at 11:22 AM

      Thanks Kris. NOPE, I can't run. I tried once and came in last! LOL! But hey, at least I finished what I started. My old asthma surely hinders me but at least I can do other things and praise the Lord for that. Have a lovely week.

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  5. PamMarch 7, 2022 at 11:25 AM

    Hey lady, love that you and your girls do these type of things together. Great....and I love that tea bag.

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  6. thepaintedapron.comMarch 7, 2022 at 3:24 PM

    I knew it wouldn't take you long to start loving retirement! I think your monthly focus board is such a great idea. I have a mental phrase I keep in my head for challenging moments, "choose Joy" I remind myself often. I love the last photo and quote, so important to remember!
    💕Jenna

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    1. Creations By CindyMarch 7, 2022 at 4:22 PM

      Choose Joy! Yes girl! That sat on my office desk for years!

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  7. Heather{Our Life In a Click}March 7, 2022 at 4:48 PM

    That is so awesome about your daughters doing the run together! I'm not a runner either. I am with you! That sushi bowl sounds yummy! I'm glad you're focusing on good things during your retirement.

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  8. MargieMarch 7, 2022 at 4:53 PM

    I love sushi so I gotta check out this Sushi Bowl recipe!

    So glad you're getting into the groove of retirement. Tomorrow, I'm hosting a virtual retirement tea for 2 co-workers.

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  9. Linda StollMarch 8, 2022 at 12:18 AM

    thanks for that needed reminder that you can't pour from an empty cup, friend. when we try, it always ends up badly.

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  10. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenMarch 8, 2022 at 4:47 PM

    Hi my friend! I love that your girls do the race together. I stick to water aerobics and a strength, balance, flexibility class.
    I must look at the sushi bowl recipe. Thank you for sharing. I’m so Happy that you’re enjoying retirement. You deserve it! May you have a wonderful week of keeping that cup full!

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    1. Creations By CindyMarch 8, 2022 at 4:52 PM

      You look so good too Kitty! I am enjoying yoga and it keeps me moving. I made myself another sushi bowl today. Added some slivered almonds. YUM! My girls are very active and I love it that they do things together.

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  11. BarbaraMarch 9, 2022 at 10:10 AM

    LOVE the photo with the red cup. How true and what a wonderful reminded. It also takes away the guilt we are tempted to have when we indulge ourselves even a little bit. Thanks for sharing it.

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  12. Creations By CindyMarch 9, 2022 at 2:06 PM

    Thanks so much.

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  13. CherylMarch 14, 2022 at 10:58 PM

    Oh, my, I am finally making it here to visit with you, sweet friend! I keep your posts in my inbox until I have time to give them my full attention! I am so thankful for you and the precious encouragement and refreshment in spirit I always find here. You are such a blessing to me! Praying for you and your dear family and trusting God to bless you richly. I LOVE what you said at the end of this post, "may the Lord bless you in ways that you are in pure awe of HIM!" May He do the very same for you!!

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

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