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...
Hoping that you all are staying warm. Us Floridians sure can't handle the cold too good! LOL! I have decided that I must be a Spring and Fall kinda gal! What is your favorite season of the year?
I recently carried the youngest three grands to get their nails done. Oh my! I think I may have started something and may have to go back to work part time! LOL! We had three days together doing whatever they wanted to do and made lots of memories. However, this Nana was in need of some STRONG COFFEE once they went home.
We took a day to process some venison and make some sausage. The Lord blessed us with several harvests this season. Marty's dad joined in with us. It's hard work but oh so good.
The Lord was surely good to me in allowing me to harvest this beautiful buck. I had been sick a few days and had not been able to get out to hunt any. I was somewhat feeling a little sorry for myself to be honest because at that point I had overed the nasty, awful Covid and was healing from round two of pneumonia. I had not been able to hunt with my family like I am used to doing so yes, a little pity party was had. However, feeling like I was able and ready to go out again I headed to a tree stand. To be totally honest, I wanted to get out and sit among those pines ALONE and just give God the praise for what He had brought me through and for what He was still doing. Little did I know that the Lord would find favor in me that late afternoon. GOD IS GOOD even in a tree stand.
I made us a large batch of chicken and wild rice soup in the crock pot. Oh it was so yummy on a cold day. Froze some for later.
A couple of long time school friends and I went thrifting one day and out to lunch. We always have the best time together and since we all have retired we make it a point to meet together at least one every 4-6 weeks. I found some goodies thrifting. Do you know what else I found out? When you put Baptist with Pentecostal you get Bapticosal and we sure have a fun time. LOL!
I just feel in love with this picnic basket! Marty and I both enjoy a picnic and we take the opportunity to go on a picnic when we travel somewhere. Our yearly mountain trip is coming up soon so she will be going to the mountains with me. I did pay a little more for her than I wanted too. $10. However, she's made well and sturdy.
I found this adorable large birdcage for $7. I knew it was coming home with me too.
I found this in the clearance section of Hobby Lobby and for a $1.92 it jumped in my cart!
NO, I didn't purchase this but I did snap a picture of it to send to my three daughters just to aggravate them. LOL!
That sums up my fun recently but just so thankful to be able to have some fun. I am learning daily that our pity parties can turn into praise, junk in another's life can actually be our treasure, and soup is good all year round. Till next time, God bless you all and my prayer is that you remember that it's the Lord that gives you strength and He does hold you in His righteous hand.
Hugs and blessings, Cindy
Hi Cindy, I bet your grand girls will treasure so many memories with you. I wish I could try some venison. We live in the city and I am not even sure where one would go hunting around here. Nice that you could get together with your friends and you found some great things!!! I really like that little tree! I have a few picnic baskets that I have found over the years. I use one for crafting supplies. That Isaiah verse keeps coming up, so I know God is reminding me to not feat and to trust in Him. Even one of the songs in church talked about not fearing. Have a great week and stay warm.♥
ReplyDeleteIf you lived closer I'd cook you up a good venison meal.
DeleteGlad you're feeling better and were able to hunt and get out with your grands and friends!
ReplyDeleteJenna
Thanks Jenna.
DeleteI'm so glad you're feeling better! And you even were able to go hunting and get your buck!!
ReplyDeleteOf course I like your thrift finds 💜💙💛. I have 2 of those picnic baskets and I keep assorted tea cups that have no saucers in them. Have a wonderful week.
Thanks GM.
DeleteCindy, you are an inspiration! So precious to enjoy that time with your grands - they are so adorable! We love to hunt and process our own meat too. It is such a blessing! I personally don't hunt, but my husband and son love it. So wonderful to have precious friends from years gone by! I love my "Bapticostal" friendships too! Your thrift finds are remarkable - love picnic lunches. It's one of our favorite things to do - go up into the mountains, and have a picnic lunch. The best! Many blessings to you :)
ReplyDeletePlanning a picnic soon and will use my new thrift find.
DeleteSo fun! Glad you're feeling better!
ReplyDeleteThanks Heather Lou.
DeleteThis is a beautiful post, Cindy, as always. In spite of adversity and some pity parties, you manage to cheer your readers and send such delightful photos. All the treasures you bought (and/or photographed) are great. You sound good. I continue to pray for you when I apply my foundation primer in the mornings. (that's my "prayer trigger" for you!)
ReplyDeleteThanks Barbara! Speaking of our Favorite foundation I am almost out!
DeleteSo glad you are feeling better, Cindy. You have had a rough time. What fun you had with the granddaughters, they are beautiful. I love the thrifted picnic basket! Take care of yourself!
ReplyDeleteThank you Pam.
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