Hi friends. Long time no blog. We've been out of town, and only arrived home Monday night. We've hit the ground running here with a full week and then company starting on Friday. I want to recap our time away, but that won't be quick (probably not short either, just sayin') so will save that for Thursday's blog. I think?
Today let's Hodgepodge. If you've answered this week's questions answer on your own blog, then hop back here to share answers. Before you rush off, be sure to leave a comment for the blogger before you! Here we go...
2. What was peaceful about today?
Early morning sunrise and that first cup of coffee...
3. It's National Blueberry Day (July 8). Will you celebrate? You can have one of the following right now-a slice of blueberry pie, a warm blueberry muffin, or a stack of blueberry pancakes...which do you choose?
A slice of blueberry pie please. I made one a couple of weeks ago for some dinner guests and it was delish-
I love blueberries. Also blackberries, raspberries, strawberries and boysenberries. Not sure I can pick a favorite berry, but blueberries are near the top of the list.
4. Do you need a break? From what?
I've just been to the beach so right now my answer is no.
Gulf sunsets carry the stress right away.
5. What has surprised you most about getting older?
Probably the way I feel on the inside not matching up with what I see on the outside. My mom used to tell me she didn't like people to know her age because once they know they sort of discount what she has to say. I get that now.
6. Insert your own random thought here.
Today this beauty turns 96 years young.
Happy birthday to my mama who is loved more than words can say.
Aw, happy birthday to your mom (we share the same birthday!)! I would not have guessed she was in her 90's. I have never been a blueberry pie fan at all but your looks so yummy. My favorite berry tends to be the strawberry.
ReplyDeleteAll of your pictures are so good! I said something similar to your answer for number 5. I remember my mom telling me she couldn't always believe what was staring back at her in a mirror- she didn't feel like that's how she should look, lol. I like blueberries but they aren't my favorite, certainly not as a fruit pie but yours does look really good... glad you're back from your vacay and thanks for the link up :).
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday to your sweet mom! Your blueberry pie looks so good! Your beach photo - awww. I want to hear all about it and the 4th of July wedding!
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday to your beautiful mama! I can't wait to hear about your trip!!
ReplyDeleteI loved your answers! That peaceful sunrise yesterday morning looks amazing. Happy Birthday to your sweet mama!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to your mama! I love a good piece of blueberry pie too, w/ a scoop of vanilla ice-cream on top. Screams summer! Have a great week--
ReplyDeleteI've experienced the opposite!! (of your mama). I don't mind people knowing I'm 66. I'm actually proud of it and my career, and my parenthood and marriage. I find that with age comes more words of wisdom and I've definitely grown spiritually in a way i didn't when younger. People like to have discussions about spiritual matters and I'm finding they actually listen! And we have so much more wisdom, don't we, regarding parenting our children...now young adults.....and I'm finding that the younger moms want answers that maybe I can help with.
ReplyDeleteyour pie looks scrumptious!
I have never been to a "gulf" sunset (do you mean the Gulf of Mexico??) but let me tell ya: the sunsets here in the mountains are spectacular as are the ones on the North Shore or even south of Boston where we were all last week. Nothing like a beautiful sunset created by our Master Artist :)
Happy Birthday to your mama!
Happy happy birthday to your dear mother. Hooray for time at the beach. Beautiful selfie! I'm having my coffee now and watching things lighten up here. Looking forward to your post about your time away. Cheers!
ReplyDeleteA nap is a great answer to the first one!
ReplyDeleteOh yes! I wasn't crazy about vegetables when I was a child either, now I can't get enough.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful view to start your morning!
Happy birthday to your mom!
Happy Birthday blessings to your sweet momma. Oh, I love her smile!
ReplyDeleteI'm smiling now because we chose the same title for our posts ... great minds!
Happy Birthday to your beautiful mama!!! The blueberry pie looks scrumptious!
ReplyDeleteSo many of your answers resonate with me Joyce! Yes to all of the blueberries as well as naps and veggies :) Love the pic of you and your hubby at the beach- you look so happy and relaxed!
ReplyDeleteWe get a beautiful sunrise AND sunset picture in this post - love it! I definitely feel that as you get older, you and your opinion are shuffled to the side more. Happy Birthday to your mother!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to your mom!!
ReplyDeleteIs that a real duck in the waterfall?
I do love that photo of your morning view.
I love blackberries, they are my VERY favorite berry.
I read your Thursday post. I read Helen Rebanks book, it is full of recipes. :-)
No it's not real : )
DeleteThat nap sounds good. Also, eating those veggies is awesome. What a beautiful view. All of the berries sound delicious. The pie looks wonderful. Hooray for going to the beach. That's a good answer about getting older. Happy Birthday to your Mom! What a blessing she has been given from God. Enjoy the rest of your week.
ReplyDeleteYour photos in this post are all so beautiful! Especially that sunset. I'd love a day on that beach. Happy birthday to your mum. 96? NINETY-SIX?!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to your mother and many good wishes of joy, good health and whatever she desires.
ReplyDeleteGod bless you all.
Happy birthday to that lovely lady, your mom. The resemblance is unmistakable!
ReplyDeleteWe had similar answers this week! Looking forward to hearing about where on the Gulf you were!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to your beautiful mother! She clearly enjoys your visits with her!
ReplyDeleteYes, I heard that you had made a trip down this way over the weekend. Your beach sunset picture is so happy!
Happy Birthday to your Mama! And I can't wait to hear about your beach vacation! Thank you as always for hosting SUCH a fun link-up!
ReplyDeleteWishing you dear mom a very happy birthday and year ahead. May God continue to bless her!! Thanks for another fun Hodgepodge, Joyce! I'm so glad you got some beach time in while you were down this way! St. Pete is my favorite beach! xo
ReplyDeleteGreat questions and enjoyed the answers. Happy birthday to your mama! I agree, that first cup of coffee and mornings are peaceful
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to your mom!!! And yes, I agree, the way I feel on the inside does not match how I look on the outside. That sunset picture is gorgeous.
ReplyDeleteHi Joyce, I am finally able to blog. Life seems to be so busy as we take care of our dog. I sure like the pictures you post. I need to get a new phone to get better pictures. Happy Birthday to you mom, she looks great!
ReplyDeleteA nap - that's a great answer and I think many adults appreciate naps so much more than they ever did when they were kids. I know I do.
ReplyDeleteI like your answer to #5 and I get that too.
Happy Birthday to your mom!!
Awww! Happy birthday to your dear mama!
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