Thursday's Thought for the Day....

Wednesday's Wisdom....

Tip for a Tuesday....

Ready, set, Bake!

Following my youngest daughter's example, I have been baking breads and freezing them for future use.

I've baked banana bread and lemon blueberry breads. After they cool, I slice them and place two pieces each in plastic bags. Using a straw, I draw out the excess air before sealing them. The slices defrost quickly and can also be warmed up in the microwave.

Nice to have a slice to grab when I crave a treat, rather than a whole loaf. Because, let's face it - if there is a whole loaf sitting on my counter, I'm going to feel obligated to eat the entire thing. I mean, I wouldn't want it to go stale or be wasted, would I?

Thursday's Thought for the Day....

"I came across some words of your present Chairman, which sum up the role of women very well: 'Practical work gets done by women. They don’t waste time. If there’s a job to do, a project to organise, they get on with it.' This echoes something I said last year: “if you want someone to make a speech, ask a man; if you want to get something done, ask a woman'."

Margaret Thatcher
Prime Minister of United Kingdom 1979-1990
From: Speech given at the Guildhall Banqueting Suite in the City of London, 1990

Wednesday's Wisdom....

Tip for a Tuesday.....

Looking for some beautiful British made goods for gifts?

Then visit this site:

https://www.thebeeskneesbritishimports.com/

They are an absolute delight to order and receive goods from.

They recently emailed me to say they have just added pieces 

from Sophie Allport.

I first noticed her products in several British magazines I read but ordering directly from her site and the high cost of postage put me off. So when I received the email I immediately went to the site and placed an order. 

"SOPHIE ALLPORT IS A CELEBRATED BRITISH HOMEWARE BRAND FOUNDED IN 2007.

As a new British family favorite, Sophie’s country living and wildlife-themed products quickly gained a national following.

Inspired by her love of nature, Sophie creates and paints all of the company’s product designs from her Stamford countryside home. Sophie’s work is a celebration of British wildlife and country lifestyle - with both themes finding their way into homeware products across an affordable but elegant collection of goods. "

I placed the order on the 14th and the items arrived early on the 17th, beautifully and safely wrapped, with this lovely card inside:

The little jug is sweet and will be useful for pouring cream. 

The Christmas Crackers are always a must have 

on our Christmas dinner table and popped before we begin our meal. 

Take a moment and check out this site!!

A Monday Memory....

"First we were so young 

and then we were so busy 

and then one day we woke up to discover 
we were at an age we once thought of as old." 
Anna Quindlen 

Good lord! This is exactly what has happened to me!!

I keep saying to family and friends..."I was busy raising kids, and teaching, and then looking after my mother....."
and then one day I looked in the mirror 
and saw a white haired woman and thought, 

"What the h*l% happened?"
I recently had a wonderful visit with my college roommate. We've been friends now for 47 years. 
As I chatted with her and her two daughters, I made the observation that we are now "the parents" 
we used to complain about. 

But I'll take it. As the Englishman often reminds me, 
"Beats the alternative."

Friday Fotos....

Stunning sunsets this week. 

                                              Wishing all a safe and warm weekend!

Thursday's Thought for the Day....

“I worry about ridiculous things, you know, how does a guy who drives a snowplough get to work in the morning... that can keep me awake for days.”

Billy Connolly

Sir William Connolly, CBE is a Scottish stand-up comedian, musician, presenter, actor and artist. 

Wednesday's Wisdom....

A former teacher colleague recently shared this on Facebook. 

I think it applies to all areas of life.

I think "advice" is best received when the giver uses the word "I" 

and speaks only from personal experience.  

So unless you've "Been there and done that" please just offer a hug instead of your words.

Tip for a Tuesday.....

Mrs. Meyer's

Want to bring the scents of the season into your home?

Then check out the Mrs. Meyer's website:

https://www.mrsmeyers.com/

I purchase seasonal scented dish detergents for myself and my daughters several times a year. Not only do these products smell wonderful, I find that my pots and pans "wash up a treat" as they say in Britain. 
Easy Peasy!

A Monday Memory....

God Bless Our Veterans

Eternally grateful for this young man's safe return,
my son-in-law, 

and for his service to our country.

Also, for my nephew's safe return 

and that of his fellow soldiers, many of whom my Third Grade students
and I sent cards and letters to during their tours in Iraq many years ago.
Thank you is not enough but is heartfelt.

Friday Fotos....

Happy Friday!

Wishing you warmth as we head into a chilly weekend!

Thursday's Thought for the Day....

Wednesday's Wisdom....

Tip for a Tuesday....

"Take care of yourself over the holidays. It’s the best gift you can give yourself and everyone you love."  

 30 Simple Ways to Take Care of Yourself Over the Holidays

Written by Courtney Carver

https://bemorewithless.com/take-care/

This is my favorite one:

23. say goodbye to guilt
The very first thing you have to do to say goodbye to guilt is determine if you are actually guilty. Usually guilt is not guilt at all, but instead it’s sadness that you couldn’t do more to help, disappointment that you didn’t achieve something you set out to do, or anger because you said “yes” to something that deserved a “no”. 

A Monday Memory....

Anyone else remember doing this?

Before cd's and cell phones and Alexa.

It was exhausting. 

But so rewarding.