July 7

What Do You Call It?

Welcome to Tuesday 4 which was started by our friend Toni Taddeo and kept up in memory of her. 

Thank you Annie for hosting!

Different sections of the USA have different words and customs they use. Let's talk about them.

1. In New Jersey you put your groceries in a paper bag or plastic bag. In Athens, Ohio where I went to university, you put them in a paper sack. Is it bag , sack or something else where you live?

We used to have sacks, now we have bags.

2. Though no one seems to wear them anymore, NJ says Stockings.

Athens, Ohio used to call them "hose" and in Britain they are tights.

What about where you live?

Hose

3.Soda, Pop, Coke?

Hero, sub, grinder, hoagie?

Coke and a sub.

4. Shopping cart or trolley. buggy?

What do you call it?

Buggy

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July 7

Word for today: Words

When I opened the blinds this morning a beautiful ray of sunshine filled the room.  The morning sun always brightens my day. (even though it's so hot😎)

Hope everyone has a great day.

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Tuesday 4

The 4th on Tuesday 4

It's time again for Toni Taddeo's Tuesday 4 and this week our friend Susan suggested the topic of decorating our homes for the holidays, especially for the 4th of July as it is the USA's 250th birthday.  So, let's do that.

On July 4, 1776, we declared our independence from the British Empire and King George III when the First Continental Congress set forth the Declaration of Independence.

We became a free and sovereign, independent nation on September 3, 1783 

1. Will or have you decorated for the holiday? If you don't reside in the USA, do you have a special holiday you decorate for on the outside of your home?

I haven't done any patriotic decorating this year.

2. What special little touches do you add to the outside of your home?    Do you enjoy puttering around in your yard?

Once again, no little or big touches outside for this holiday! I can't do things like that anymore, {{sigh}} I do enjoy puttering around the yard, just not like I used to.

3. Are plants and shrubs an important part of your house decor?

Yes they are. We have shrubs in the front and flowers in the back.

Our little Bungalow by the Bay

4.  On which holidays do you spend time decorating either inside, outside or both? 

There was a time when we did it all, not so much these days. We still manage to do some things for Christmas and that's about it.

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Tuesday 4

Welcome to Toni Taddeo’s Tuesday 4, hosted by Annie.

Those Little Annoyance’s

 

1. What pet peeves bother you the most?

Oh mercy… what is it with people who refuse to use their turn signal? Not every intersection has a red light, folks. Some of us are just out here trying to guess whether you’re turning left, right, or planning to camp out in the middle of the road. It shouldn’t feel like a pop quiz every time I drive through town.

2. Do you air your grievances or keep things to yourself?

Most of the time, poor Mr. D gets the full weather report — clouds, thunder, and the occasional breeze of common sense. Thankfully, we usually end up agreeing on whatever I’m fussing about, which helps the storm pass quicker.

3. What government ordinances, city requirements, or red tape annoy you?

In our little town, it takes an act of Congress just to get a permit for anything. Want to fix something? Build something? Breathe in the general direction of a project? Better pack a lunch and settle in. It’s aggravating as all get‑out.

4. When life’s annoyances gang up on you, do you take it to the Lord in prayer? What else helps you regain your equilibrium?

I talk to the Lord about everything — big, small, and in‑between. When life piles up, I slip away somewhere quiet to regroup, breathe, and think things through. A little solitude, a whispered prayer, and the reminder that God is still steady… that’s usually all it takes to bring me back to center.

With that said, those tiny irritations really can get on our last nerve.

I like the advice someone gave my daughter Tammy,

“Choose your battles!”

And isn’t that the truth? Not every pebble in the road deserves our energy. Some things we can simply step over, breathe past, and keep moving with grace.

I always try to keep my heart light and enjoy the peace that comes from letting the small stuff stay small.

 

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Tuesday 4

 Welcome friends!

This week's Tuesday 4 in memory of our friend Toni Taddeo is from Mary who blogs at Visits With Mary. and it's all about the month of May.   

Thanks Mary!

You’re welcome Annie!

Hello May

1.    May’s First Glimpse — What is the very first thing you notice or feel when May arrives each year?

May is a beautiful month, the spring flowers are in full bloom, the sun shines yet it’s not too hot to enjoy being outside.  It’s a great month for porch sitting and swing swaying

    

2. Simple May Joys — What small pleasures do you look forward to in May — flowers, breezes, routines, or traditions?

I always look forward to pleasant days on the porch, it's so quiet and peaceful, with pretty flowers and a bird or two stopping by, sitting on the fence waiting for Mr D to load the bird feeders. Some mornings I have my first sip of morning coffee out there and enjoy being in the presence of the Lord.

As I watch the yard wake up, I feel God whispering, “Be still — enjoy this.”

    

3.May Memories — Do you have a favorite May memory from childhood, family life, or recent years?

A great memory, on Memorial Day weekend, 1972, we moved into our home on Catlett Lane, where we lived for 35 years. I still miss the warmth there, so full of fun times and sad times and the best of times.

        

4.May Intentions — What gentle goals or hopes do you carry into this new month?

Our quarterly family luncheon is this month; Tammy and Bo will be hosting in their lovely home.

It's always a fun day when we get together!

 

 A BIG thanks to Annie for hosting this fun meme.

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By Annette Wynne:

If I could stay up late no doubt
I'd catch the buds just bursting out;
And up from every hidden root
Would jump a tiny slender shoot;
I wonder how seeds learn the way,
They always know the very day—
The pretty, happy first of May;
If I could stay up then, no doubt
I'd catch the buds just bursting out.

Annette Wynne

Until Next Time

             

Please excuse my blog for not being centered, I'm working on getting it back on track.

 

Tuesday 4

Your Jobs

Hello!  It's time again for Toni Taddeo's Tuesday 4 hosted by Annie.

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This week's idea for questions came from Pamela Steiner and it's all about your occupation and work.

 

1.What did/do you do for work and how long did you work in that position? 

I went to work at our local bank in 1967 as a check filer, I retired in 1996 as an AVP of that same bank.

2. Of the jobs you've had throughout life, which was your favorite?   If no favorite, which was the worst? Tell us why you loved/hated your job.

When I was in my teens I worked the refreshment counter at the show, cinema these days.  I loved that job because all the high school kids would be there at one time or another, a real social job and so much fun.

3. What did your job entail?  Did it require a special education? 

My job at the bank did not require any special education, it was an in-house learning position.  As the years went by, I attended a lot of seminars held at one of the large banks in Houston. 

4.  List all the jobs/occupations you have had.

1.  Soda jerk Sylvan Drug Store (summer job)

I worked the summer of 1961, it’s where I met Mr D.

2.  Refeshment Counter at La Porte Theater 

(summer job 1962)

3.  The local newspaper for a very short time.

4.  The office at Perry Bros. Dime Store

5.  La Porte State Bank, which had several names during my employment there.

6.   Part time office clerk to manager at Spencer Mini Storage.

2000 – 2011, I left for a couple of years then went back.

During all those years I also had a full time job as a mother, wife, housekeeper and the family taxi driver.

Not every closed door is a rejection, some are God’s protection.

Until Next Time

 

  

Tuesday 4

 

Simply the Best! 

Here is an older Tuesday 4 from Toni with a few changes from Annie.   

 

1.      What was the best thing you have ever bought?

My Bible. It's my roadmap, my encourager, my advisor, my comforter, my teacher, my friend, my help, my joy, my guide. It holds the Words of God and always touches my heart.  I have several Bibles, some are study Bibles, some are different versions. My personal Bible is a 30-year-old NKJV and showing lots of wear and tear, but it has so many notes and memos I just can't give it up for a new one.
       
2.   What was the best book you have ever read?

The Left Behind series by Tim La Haye and Jerry Jenkins.

 3.   What is the best trip/vacation/holiday you've ever had?

After I retired, I did some genealogy on our family.  We spent many weekends traveling to different old cemeteries looking for tombstones of our relatives from long ago.  Because some of the cemeteries were old and overgrown, Mr D would always have the weed eater in the back of the truck.  As I would stoop down to take a picture I would tell Mr D not to let any creature/critter bite me on the backside. lol

4.    What was the best movie or TV series you've ever watched?

There have been a few over the years, the most recent was Downton Abbey.

Downton Abbey follows the intertwined lives of the aristocratic Crawley family and their household staff on a grand Yorkshire estate in the early 20th century, set against seismic social changes and historic events. Known for its lavish period detail, sharp writing, and a stellar ensemble cast led by Hugh Bonneville and Maggie Smith, it combines upstairs–downstairs drama with romance, intrigue, and historical depth. Acclaimed by critics, it earned multiple Emmys, Golden Globes, and a Guinness World Record for critical acclaim.

Happy Twos-day

Two hands lifted in prayer,

Two knees bowed in faith,

Two eyes fixed on Jesus,

May double blessings find you today!

 
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Tuesday 4

  Grocery Shopping

Hello friends and welcome to Tuesday 4 in honor of Toni Taddeo and hosted by Annie.

Here are some questions for you on the topic of shopping.

1.     Where do you like to buy your groceries and do you buy by the day, week or month?

We shop at Kroger usually once a week.

La Porte Kroger

2.    What foods would we always find in your kitchen?

Like most people, the staples of cooking. Sugar, flour, seasonings, etc.  We keep Marie Cavendar tv dinners in the freezer, along with ice cream and popcyles.  We keep some canned veggies in the pantry where you’ll also find coffee and tea bags.  We don’t do a lot of cooking these days, mostly we eat out or pick up an order.

3.Do you buy anything online and if so what kinds of things are you most likely to buy there?

I buy some household products on line, but not many.  Mr D still does our shopping and says he wants to continue doing that as long as he can.  He’s a tough soon to be 84 old guy.

4.    Do you shop with a list on paper, on your phone or do you just shop without a list and maybe come home with things you never planned to buy?

When I did the shopping I never took a list with me, I just knew what we needed - unless, I was baking something new, then I would make a list of the specific items needed.  Now that Mr D does the shopping he always makes a list.  We will sit at the table and make it together.

 Bonus question:  What will you be cooking in the coming week?

Not a thing!  We are hosting our quarterly lunch with the girls and their hubbies. Menu will be Pizza!  Pizza Hut will do the cooking!

 

The more positive your thoughts are, the more beautiful your world will become.

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Tuesday 4

 Tuesday 4

Welcome back to Toni Taddeo's Tuesday 4 where we try and challenge you to think , discover and make new friends through blogging.  Annie is our hostess and you can join in Here.

Reading....

1.  Would you tell us about a book you particularly enjoyed?

There are two series of books that have stayed with me for a very long time.  The Left Behind series by Tim LaHaye and Jerry Jenkins, and The Mitford books by Jan Karon.  Excellent reads.

I still have the complete Left Behind series on my bookcase.

I had the complete Mitford series but gave it to Peggy when we downsized to our smaller home.

“A reader lives a thousand lives before he dies. The man who never reads lives only one.” – George R.R. Martin

2.  Do you have a favorite book series? 

See #1.

How about a favorite series when you were a kid?

I read all the Nancy Drew books in my younger years, I still think of her as a dear friend.  I really get involved in a good book. The characters become real to me.

“I have two moods: 1) Need more coffee 2) Just one more chapter” – Unknown

3.  Is there a book that you just did not like or one in which you just could get interested?

I’m a fan of Ted Dekker, and I’m pretty sure I’ve read most of his books—including the ones he wrote for kids. But the last one I picked up just didn’t pull me in. I wish I could remember the title; even after looking through lists of his books, it still isn’t coming back to me. He really is a gifted author, but some of his stories can be a hard read. jmho

“There is no friend as loyal as a book… except maybe my blanket.” – Ernest Hemingway 

4.  Is there an author whose books you don't want to miss or one whose books you avoid?

“No, not really. I tend to choose my books by the subject matter rather than the author. Still, if I notice a new title by someone I’ve read and enjoyed before, I’ll usually take a look.”

I just want to say hi to:

Rayford Steele: A pilot who becomes a leader among the survivors after the Rapture.

and

Buck Williams: A journalist who investigates the events following the Rapture and becomes a key ally.

Also a hello to Father Tim in Mitford, and of course to my friend from childhood, Nancy.

“People come and go, but book characters stay with you forever.” – Unknown

His Mercy Endures Forever

Until Next Time

 

 

December 16, 2025

Luke 2:13-14

¹³ And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying:

¹⁴ “Glory to God in the highest,
And on earth peace, goodwill toward men!”

 

In this passage, a multitude of angels appears to shepherds, proclaiming the birth of Jesus. They declare, "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, goodwill toward men."  The angels emphasize God's greatness and majesty, celebrating the significance of Christ's birth. It's a message that highlights the promise of peace and goodwill, suggesting reconciliation between God and humanity through Jesus. The proclamation is inclusive, indicating that the good news is for all people, not just a select few. These two short verses encapsulate the essence of the Christmas story, focusing on hope, joy, and the fulfillment of God's promises

It's Tuesday and time for

Tuesday Four hosted by Annie!

Holiday Express

 

Welcome Friends.. to Toni Taddeo's Tuesday 4. 

The holidays are coming fast!  They are loaded onto the Christmas Express  train and there is no stopping them now.

 Are you ready for them this year?

 I'm as ready as I'm going to be!

 1. Is your tree up? How tall is it?
what color lights? 

Are there lights in the window? On the door?

The tree has been up since Thanksgiving. It’s a small one, packed with lights—just the right size for me and Mr. D. I used to cover the windows and doors with lights too, but not anymore.

 2. Got a menu for Christmas Eve and Day?

My daughter is hosting this year and Hank is cooking turkey breast and pork tenderloins on the grill, yummy.  The rest of us are bringing the sides and desserts.

3. Who is coming for Christmas or who will you visit?

Probably no one since we'll be at our daughters.

 4. What is your favorite Christmas memory?

My favorite Christmas isn’t a single moment; it’s a collection of years filled with memories as our children grew up. Then the grandchildren arrived, and the season became even more wonderful. Christmas is still wonderful for us, and we continue to make new memories every year. But now, in our senior years, we’ve happily stepped back and let the younger generation take the lead.

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Blessings to All

Until Next Time