What's top of my mind: I enjoy summer. I love sitting outside reading. I enjoy pool days and of course the fresh veggies and herbs. But September thru February is where my heart is. So, I've already started roughly thinking about all of the up-and-coming holidays.
Where I've been: I worked Tuesday thru Friday. Stopped at the Farmers Market and had lunch at Yellin Hellen's Saturday with the big guy. They have THE best chicken salad sandwiches.
Where I'm going: Next Saturday is Market Days at the park and we're planning on going. One of my friends is coming over for dinner on Saturday. That's all that's planned so far.
What I'm watching: I watched The Fabulous Lives of Bollywood Wives on Netflix and really enjoyed it. It's a group of women that have all been friends for the last 25 years. I really enjoyed it and I'm looking forward to the next season that is supposed to be coming out soon.
What I'm reading: I finished The Kitchen Whisperers and really enjoyed it. Now I'm about halfway through My Place at the Table by Lobrano. It's a really good read as well.
What I'm listening to: I listened to the Town Hall meeting at work this week. That was interesting to say the least. I'm very concerned about the state of health care in the US.
Who needs a good slap: No one comes to mind right now.
What I'm planning: Today I'm picking more herbs for drying and making another batch of basil pesto. I have to look up the best planting days because I need to get more lettuce, carrots and radishes planted. Other than that, it's going to be a pretty laid-back day.
What's making me smile: Every year the first week of August the paper lilies pop up overnight and are gorgeous. They always make me smile.
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Have a wonderful Sunday!!
You had a nice week. You look quite content in the photo.
ReplyDeleteI did have a good week. Sitting outside eating a good sandwich makes me content. lol
DeleteLori, looks like you enjoyed a full busy week. I'll checkout the Netflix suggestion, your Lillies are beautiful and uplifting, and I always get a kick out of your section for "Who needs a good slap"- the title is so funny.
ReplyDeleteI started doing the Weekly W's because of Spo and Robzilla. Two bloggers I follow that started doing them. Some weeks I think of dozens who need a slap and then some weeks it's like I just don't have the energy. lol
DeleteGreat picture of you, Lori! That sandwich does sound like it would be delicious! I'll have to look at that series you mentioned on Netflix. I'm currently watching Wentworth. Really dark but I'm drawn to it, lol. Such pretty paper lilies! What a delight to see them "popping" up. Have a great Sunday! I always like laid back weekend days :)
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Thanks Betty. Some days it's hard to embrace growing older but what can you do? It's a 'reality' show but I really enjoyed the way they get along. The paper lilies are even prettier in person. It's just sad that in a week they will be gone.
DeleteEnjoy your Sunday as well!!
That sounds like you had a great week. Glad to see things are going well. Hopefully next week is like this.
ReplyDeleteThank you my friend. Yes, I'm hoping it is a good week for all.
DeleteBeautiful flowers...
ReplyDeleteHow do you tell the best planting days? I would love it if you say... by the moon. :-)))))
Have you let you let your hair go natural? It is hard to tell hair color in pictures of course.
Next we want a picture of "The Big Guy!
Gentle hugs
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P.S. Delightful to see a picture of you!!!
Yes, I garden by the moon phases the way my grandparents taught me. I look up Farmer's Almanac planting days and jot down the 'best' days.
DeleteI have not colored my hair since last August so yep, all natural.
Hope you're staying cool.
By the moon!!! Yessssss!!!!
DeleteAnd hooray for you, for letting your hair be natural. Bet it is so much easier . ...... As to it being part of growing older, I could send you reams of pics, of ladies who have grey hair and are notttttt olllllld appearing. -smile-
But on the other hand, it is necessary for all of us, to deal with growing older, because it happens. Whether we like it or not. -smile- And to be at ease with such, is the secret to better quality of life. -smile-
And that is "Wisdom of the Ages 101", for today. LOL
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I've gotten a lot of compliments on my hair which really surprised me and yes it is so nice not to have to go and get it colored.
DeleteI'm doing well handling getting older. I'm just happy for each new day that I get.
Your Wisdom of the Ages 101 is always appreciated.
I forgot I shouldn't read you when I am hungry. Oh to have chicken salad or a sloppy joe !
ReplyDeleteThey were both delicious.
DeleteHi Lori!!! I didn't get your email. But Congratulations! Could you send it again!
ReplyDeleteHi Billie Jo. Yes I will. Thank you again!!
DeleteThanks for the Netflix recommendation. I always need something lite to watch during down times at work! I loved Wentworth! Your hair is very pretty! I wish mine would look that good and I wouldn't have to color it!
ReplyDeleteThis is a lite series that I listened to/watched while cleaning the kitchen and cooking. I"m going to have to check out Wentworth. Thank you for the compliment. It's been an adjustment.
DeleteThose flowers are beutiful
ReplyDeleteThey are. It's a shame they only live about a week.
DeleteHi Lori, I just wanted to thank you for stopping by my blog. So here I am discovering your blog, going back to the beginning and thinking to myself "ha, I'll have to try that white chicken chili". I had to look up what great northern beans were but I reckon I'm fit to give it a shot! Cheers. Anna
ReplyDeleteHello! I've been reading your blog for awhile just haven't commented. It's nice to see you here. White chicken chili is my favorite in the winter. I hope you enjoy it.
DeleteThose lilies really do look like paper! So pretty. I would say that although I love summer, like you my heart is thrilled with the "-ber" months, and even winter! Everything seems so much easier than when the humidity is through the roof! xoxo
ReplyDeleteWhen I look back I have no idea how I survived in SW Florida for 20 years. Traditional Fall and Winter weather is my favorite time of year.
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