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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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(May Has Arrived)

Well my goodness! May has already begun and full steam ahead it seems. We kicked off our May with our eldest daughter's birthday which was May 3. Of course the gals in my family celebrate a whole month for our birthdays. 

Y'all would love my Kristy. She has such a Christ like spirit and shows kindness to others in so many ways. She truly displays the joy of the Lord. We are so blessed that we were chosen to be her parents.


It seems our week was busy but good. We kicked off Cinco de mayo with a family party. We had a great time and Fajita's...YUM!


My soninlaw David enjoys cooking on his Blackstone and I sure enjoy his cooking!


My youngest daughter hosted and she done such a good job and everyone had so much fun. 


Fiesta Time!


This grand's softball team won the District Champs. Their game was away so we didn't get to go but rooted her and the team on from home. One more game to go this week and it's home! YAY!


I stopped by our local Dollar Tree to pick up some party items for Kristy's birthday dinner and look what I found! Yes, I grabbed both of them up. Harry and David and Junior's coffee at the local Dollar Tree! WHAT? 


This picture just makes me smile. Marty's dad eats with us one night a week and we were sitting on the front porch and I snapped this picture. So many wonderful memories being made. 


This picture is a bit blurry but we have never seen this bird in our feeder before. If you know what kind it might be please do share. 

I will close this wonderful Sunday afternoon with my May focus. Oh mercy...in this world we are living in it sure gives me much HOPE to know that everything can change around me and even with me but my Lord never changes. I hope that you all have a wonderful week and maybe, stop along the way and give thanks for a God that never changes!

Before I forget...the Kicken Chicken chowder I bought from Walmart deli last week and told you all about in my last post....WELL, it was delicious!  


Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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  1. AnonymousMay 7, 2023 at 9:59 PM

    Congratulations to your daughter whose team won the District Championship.
    I don't know what that strange bird is...looks like a Grosbeak but which one? Hopefully someone can identify it.
    Your Cinco de Mayo celebration looks like fun and I like those cactus stuck on the cupcakes. Another Dollar Tree find???
    Granny M

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  2. thepaintedapron.comMay 8, 2023 at 8:44 AM

    Your family fiesta for Cinco de Mayo sounds like it was so much fun, and fajitas on the flattop are perfect for the celebration! Lots of cute pics Cindy, have another great week!
    Jenna

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  3. MelanieMay 8, 2023 at 11:00 AM

    Happy Birthday to Kristy! And I love your Cinco de Mayo celebration. That's an amazing find at the Dollar Tree! Harry and David anything is wonderful! I miss the bird feeder I had in Florida. I haven't tried to put one up here. So much fun to watch. Have a blessed week.

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  4. MargieMay 8, 2023 at 5:20 PM

    You've got me craving fajitas!

    The gourmet coffee was a great score at Dollar Tree. Last week, I found some Celestial Seasonings' Lemon Zinger tea at my Dollar Tree. I'm going to try it as a cold-brewed tea!

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  5. Marilyn @ MountainTopSpiceMay 8, 2023 at 5:56 PM

    Your sweet Kristy looks like she was celebrated in a wonderful way! We love chicken fajitas here, we do not have a Blackstone, my sister has one and loves it. I make our fajitas in our pellet grill, very good too. One of our favorites for sure! You all looked so cute with your fancy hats on! Sweet picture of Marty and his dad! Yes, so thankful that our Jesus never changes! On Him we can always depend! Blessings to you dear friend!

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  6. AnonymousMay 8, 2023 at 6:09 PM

    I always enjoy reading your posts ...
    Lovely photographs you've shared and your family fiesta 'Cinco de Mayo' celebration looks like a lot of fun was had.

    Keep on enjoying your May days, we've just had a wonderful Coronation weekend celebration.

    All the best Jan
    https://thelowcarbdiabetic.blogspot.com/

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  7. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenMay 8, 2023 at 10:54 PM

    Your family sure knows how to have fun and celebrate together, Cindy. How wonderful for your granddaughter’s championship win! You found some great finds at Dollar Tree, too. Happy birthday to your beautiful daughter. I know I’d love her as she was raised by you. Thank you for the beautiful May Focus. God bless you, dear friend.

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  8. Linda StollMay 9, 2023 at 8:24 AM

    Oh don't you just love when someone else does the cooking ... while you sit on the porch?! Your snapshots take me there, friend. Let's hear it for family times. Ours come mid-June and I can't wait.

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    1. Creations By CindyMay 9, 2023 at 3:03 PM

      I know that you will glad to see them in June too.

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  9. Pam RichardsonMay 9, 2023 at 10:10 PM

    Happy birthday to Kristy. Congrats to your granddaughter and team for their big win. I love seeing your sweet family celebrations. Happy week, Cindy!

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  10. LindaMay 13, 2023 at 1:28 PM

    Thank you for the many smiles my friend...wishing you a Happy Mother's Day.

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  11. PamMay 15, 2023 at 12:09 PM

    Looks like a great time was had by all! your family is totally beautiful

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Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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