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  Hoping this finds my sister bloggers doing well on this windy Sunday afternoon. Yep, we've got a little wind howling around here and a tad cool but I am enjoying a lazy afternoon. My Sunday lunch crowd (my family) have left for the day so I am kicked back. Sunday menu today consisted of: Chicken and dressing Giblet gravy Italian green beans with ham Mac & Cheese Homemade chocolate cake with peanut butter frosting and chocolate ganache.  Yep, they are little spoiled at Nana's house. I am not a huge fan of cakes with icing but it must have been good as one of the grands had two slices.  These gals and I have been friends for more years than I remember and since we've all retired within a few months apart in retirement and age (dating back to 4th grade in school) we try to get together once every 4-6 weeks. We always do something extra for our birthdays but was a tad late celebrating mine this year together due to other appointments that was a must. We always have a gr...
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{Sharing My Life}

 

I've been enjoying drinking coffee from my new mug that was gifted to me for my birthday which was February 18th. 


Every single treatment for cancer that I was given I would pray this scripture, quote this scripture and sometimes I put it in the form of a song. This verse ministered to me so many times and still does so needless to say this is my now new favorite coffee mug. 


Speaking of birthdays, I was so very thankful to be able to celebrate another birthday with my family. My daughters carried me out to dinner and lavished me with lots of loves, sweet gifts and great food. 

We sure have a great time together.


 

One of my nieces shares her birthday on the same date as me so she treated me to lunch. We have a very close relationship and she's just as lovely on the inside as she is on the outside. 


My favorite dessert, strawberry cheese cake. 


We also celebrated my sweet FIL for his 90th birthday. 

Yesterday I had the privilege to go see Peter Pan with my youngest daughter and two youngest granddaughters. Part of the little one's Christmas from Nana and Papa was to see this production. I think I am always more amazed than they are at these productions. We had so much fun. 

I've named that picture "The women in black". 
Yes, we were attending a funeral but it's always good to see friends from long ago no matter when you are.


I received two gifts in the mail from sister bloggers. The tea was oh so good! I am going to purchase me some of this brand. The book marker was just lovely and made me smile so big. What a pleasure and a gift it is to be able to pray for others. 

As I close today I will leave you with a little "Food for thought". I hope that you all have a wonderful week ahead of you. 

Hugs and blessings, Cindy





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  1. SusanFebruary 23, 2025 at 5:04 PM

    Hi Cindy, I enjoyed reading your post. Happy Birthday!! Nice that you go to meet up with your friends in Black. Yes, you are a warrior and loved by many!

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  2. Granny MarigoldFebruary 24, 2025 at 1:12 AM

    I love your new mug. I'm glad you had a lovely birthday with friends and your wonderful family.

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  3. AnonymousFebruary 24, 2025 at 6:07 PM

    You have done so well.
    Fabulous family and friends support and the love of your blogland friends too.

    So pleased you had a lovely birthday.
    I do like your mug and so enjoyed the photographs you've shared here too.
    Sending my good wishes.

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

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  4. MargieFebruary 24, 2025 at 6:33 PM

    Belated Happy Birthday, Cindy! My mom shares a birthday with her niece who is 35 years her junior.

    Love the matching green outfits for the Peter Pan show! Taylor's of Harrogate has some tasty fruity blends!

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    1. Creations By CindyFebruary 25, 2025 at 10:30 AM

      Thanks Margie. Yes, I am going to try and order some of those teas.

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  5. Pamela M. SteinerFebruary 24, 2025 at 8:41 PM

    Happy Belated Birthday! I think I missed it on Facebook. I am so thankful that God has given you another birthday to celebrate! I know this past year was difficult, but God has truly blessed you and you are such an inspiration to so many of us! What a blessing to be able to go out with your girls and then also to celebrate with your sweet FIL for his 90th birthday. And seeing old friends, even if at a funeral, is still good. We need to stay in touch with our old friends as well as our new ones. The Peter Pan program looks like it was a fun time for all. Thank you for sharing your life with us. You are a blessing to us all.

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  6. Saleslady371February 24, 2025 at 10:04 PM

    I just love it how the Lord holds us up with a special verse. It's like a marker that carries us like no other. I got Jer 29:11 when Tom died and I see it every day like a surprise from God. Very cute bookmark gift, too! Hugs to you, warrior friend.

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    1. Creations By CindyFebruary 25, 2025 at 10:32 AM

      I always have loved how God gives us a verse that sustains us through a journey and yet everything we see it or hear it we are drawn back to thankfulness.

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  7. BarbaraFebruary 25, 2025 at 3:51 PM

    What an interesting observation about fear and faith. I have not thought of it like that before, but it is definitely true!

    All of your birthday celebrations look so fun and cheerful!

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  8. AnonymousFebruary 27, 2025 at 10:29 PM

    Happy belated birthday, Cindy. You were treated wonderfully by family and friends. I love reading and seeing your precious family. Many blessings, dear one!

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  9. Heather{Our Life In a Click}February 28, 2025 at 9:04 AM

    Happy Belated Birthday Cindy Lou! Your family always looks so beautiful together! I loved the Peter Pan pics and how you all dressed in green for the occasion! That is a great mug!

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

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