I love when fall arrives. Even though it will be in the 90’s here today in NC, the promise of fall is bright. Early morning when I walk, Brodie, it has been in the ’60s the last few days, and the feeling is glorious. I decided to make a list of the things I…
Weekly Words-Tuesday Quote for August 17, 2021
Quote of the Week I had my life goals set and did not see any reason that they would not be accomplished. I married, had two children, and had grandchildren on the way. I was looking forward to retirement and spending quality time with my family. I envisioned family dinners and family travel. I did…
Journal Prompt-Family History-What is the Story Behind Your Name?
Journal Prompt What is the Story Behind Your Name? What is the story behind my name? I will tell you what I know based on my mother’s telling of how I was given my name. My first name is Kathy. The story goes that my dad wanted to name me Ronnie. I was told that…
How do I choose the best watermelon? Here are some tips!
I decided to repost this article because it is watermelon season. These helpful hints in choosing the best watermelon have been on the money for me. I love watermelon. I can remember as a kid on the farm sitting outside with a huge slice of watermelon. Forget the plates and forks and knives. My…
Weekly Reading and Watching July 19,2021-A few things that caught my eye.
Join me for my weekly online reading and video watching post. Just a few things that caught my eye this week 📚📚📚📚📚📚📚 A Book That Caught my Eye This Week-My Life of Crime, Redemption, and Hollywood “From ex-con to icon. Danny’s incredible life story shows that even though we may fall down at some…
Weekly Words Tuesday-“Get Up Early”. What time do you get up?
As I was looking over this quote, I had many thoughts. The first thought was, yes, I can get up early. I was up at 4 am today. I don’t work at my desk, so I did not clear my desk. I can’t tie my hair because it is too short. I did make some…
Just For Fun Journal Prompts-
I have competed in a few athletic events in my lifetime. That being said, I am not very competitive when it comes to sports-related activities. Growing up in the countryside of Maryland, I played my share of football and baseball in the fields with my brothers. I grew up with four brothers, and they did…
Travel-A Trip to Spring Haven Farm in Chapel Hill NC
My daughter Erica has two very young children. The day seems long when you have a 1-month-old and a one-year-old, so we have decided to go on some adventures in our attempt to break up her day. One such adventure was not far from our location it is called. Spring Haven Farm in Chapel Hill,…
Books-Five Book Reading Wrap-Up June 2021
Join me for my five-book reading wrap-up! Here is my Youtube Video (There is an Amazon link to each book. If you are interested in a bit more information, click on the link. I am an Amazon Affiliate. If you click on the link and buy anything at all, I get a percent of…
My Recent YouTube Videos April 2021
So what have I posted on Youtube in the last week or so? Let’s take a look… I do occasionally do a Vlog on YouTube. Here is my latest one. It includes the books I am reading and books I plan to read, plus some family and other miscellaneous lifestyle info. But, of course, the…