Ok, so yesterday when it was in the 80's, I might have tried to blow a leave in the air. It didn't work so I vacuumed them all up in the mower and bagged them for trash pick up.
Now today, we started in the mid 50's and that is our high until maybe Friday. What? We are going to have 2 nights in the mid 30's. What? Don't you know that Texas doesn't get that kind of weather until maybe December or more likely January? And last year we had 2 below for the first time EVER. I know, it is all this global warming!
So I guess it is time to trim some trees for firewood (we don't have a fireplace inside) or turn the heater on for two evenings since inside our house is still 75° right now. And just admit that...
for a few days. I sure hope some of you survive the early snow this year as that usually waits until February in Texas if it happens at all. So Blessings and Hugs from me and all the beautiful Monarch Butterflies in our area. My video of one yesterday was magnificient!
Where did the weekend go? How am I going to work in December and get anything done? Ok, so I didn't get anything done this weekend either but... I have missed you.
It does take a village. Hubby and I work so well together. Yesterday I said we need to get this done and looked at him and repeated we. He said, "I know, you think it up and I do it. That is we." TEAMWORK.
This is how we feel this afternoon. Yes, we have a big yard (3/4 acre) but it used to only take us a couple of hours. Now after most of the day, we are whipped and I think Rbt's back is out. TEAMWORK.
He will probably call the chiropractor tomorrow if he thinks he can get in the car so I can drive him. TEAMWORK.
I will have to start getting ready today. Now you all know it takes a while to look this good. And that too is TEAMWORK.
GOOD MORNING, LOVE, HUGS & BLESSINGS, Ms. TouchedPainter, I pray YOU have a HAPPY HALLOWEEN/SPLENDID SUNDAY, and have had a SENSATIONAL WEEKEND, my friend...
A happy Halloween 🎃 weekend to you. Another month gone by so fast.Will be a little cool for the kids but they always make it fun.Have a great weekend and take care......George
Friday! My goodness where did the week go? Last weekend in October! Where did the month go?
OK, so maybe I have been soaking in the tub (I never take a tub bath, just shower). And maybe I got my new Halloween nails on today after my shower and in between cooking ribeyes and french fries.
Now, what do you think? I am going to tell you that I love them. I put on the ColorStreet color "Moscow or Never" and then added the clear top with spiders & webs.
I had already painted my toes, but I liked it so much that I added a spiderweb to each of my big toes. And it really takes less time than when I used to do my own color.
Trick or Treat? What goodies do you have? I am seriously thinking about relaxing a little more today before the doorbell starts ringing this weekend.
And the book I am reading is so good. I can't wait to see my neighbor as Robin and his best friend as Batman.
Yes, there are some days that I wish I still drank. Today I would really like a drink.
Our wind is sustained at 28 mph with gusts from 40-50 mph. So even walking to the mailbox is dangerous. Live limbs are breaking and falling from trees.
We had to pick up something in Rockwall this morning and I thought the car door was going to snap my legs off when I got my feet on the ground. And yes, I was hanging on to the door handle as a gust threatened to blow me away.
So I am going back to cooking up some dogs... no, no... cooking up something for the dogs. And then...
I think I will relax for a while. Maybe read a good book from my Kindle in a tub of warm (not too hot) water. What about you?
We always try to add things to the grocery list before they become urgent... but, how can we be out of milk? Well, I had to meet the 2 ladies at work this morning for breakfast so milk is now back in our house.
But guess what... there was a reason for a breakfast "butter up". I am working most days in December. Crazy Tisha is moving to East Texas so I will work with Kelly until she can find a replacement. I love working when they need help and I know it won't be forever. So I am excited but also very sad!
So we got 8/10" rain early this morning as the front came through and it was fairly slow and soaked in. Now the sun is shining and at noon we are only 62°.
Just makes me feel like dancing!
What are you cookin' up for this weekend? I sure hope it is something fun and tasty. As soon as you are done cooking and putting up all the decorations, why don't you relax.
After all, you deserve it. So enjoy the rest of the week and the weekend and the kids (ding dong) ringing your doorbell. Because it just might be me ringing your doorbell.
Today I thought I would share some of my recent sky pictures. All I do is take them and I don't doctor them or enhance them.
The first one was taken from my front yard in the evening. The second one was taken in my backyard early one morning. When I see a beautiful sky in the early mornings, I hop, yes hop, up and have to hurry because I know in a matter of minutes, the bright colors will be gone.
I took this one one Sunday evening and was surprised to find a thunderstorm on radar. We didn't get a drop of rain even though we watched the radar with hopeful hearts for almost an hour.
As I turned around, this is what I saw above our house. Another beautiful cloud creation. Isn't God amazing.
So I hurried to the back yard. These clouds aren't as bright because it was a setting sun on the other side of our world. Yet it was equally as different and beautiful in it's own way.
Yesterday, as I was watering dry plants, I noticed something flew overhead. There were 3 or 4 buzzards. This one sat on our neighbor's roof for about 30 minutes.
As I finished up watering, I noticed that my poinsettias were turning red. I have 3 plants from probably the last 2-3 years. One of the plants was stuck in the back and has no red on it yet so I moved it to the front. But this is another sign that we are closing in on Thanksgiving, So I will say...
Can you believe it is the last Monday of October and next week we will be dark WAY too early for me? Why can't we stay in daylight savings time?
This is coming way too soon! Do you like/love winter? I am a sunshine and warm weather girl. I guess that is why I love Texas so much.
Of course, I do love the color Orange too! hehehe What is your favorite color?
Today, as I speak Blessings & Hugs over each of you and ask that you share your smile, I challenge you to DREAM. Speak your dream out loud and reach for it. It may just come true. But remember to be careful what you ask for.
Watched all our online Church services this morning. Hubby visited on the phone for a while and then my adopted granddaughter called on messenger video and we visited for a while.
Looked at the temperature last night as I was heading to bed and it was 75° at 10:40 pm. Woke up this morning and we started the day at 70°. Where did fall go?
So I am just going to send you Sunday hugs along with Blessings & smiles! And I going to say, you are always welcome at our place and
The weekend is in full swing. I can't wait to hear from you. We are back to humid and not so cool again. The Houston Astros are in the World Series! The Texas Longhorns and Dallas Cowboys have the weekend off.
I know I need to start thinking about getting the plastic out (100') to cover all the plants but I just am not ready yet. I always hate putting the hanging plants and potted plants scattered all over the yard up for the winter.
And with our warm weather right now, I can just sit and think about it. I will just admit it, winter is not my favorite time of year. I like cool weather but not cold weather.
I almost never wear a jacket as I hate putting it on and taking it off. Besides, I usually just get in the car and go into the store. And you don't need a jacket either of those places in Texas.
I'm not really into fashion anymore either. I'm a "just take me as I am person" now. But please share your smile and joy with others.
A very happy weekend to you. another beautiful day here for us and great football weather. My son came in late yesterday afternoon cut and trimmed yard again for me. Been doing it on a weekly basis. Him and daughter-in-law are such a loving family. He spent the night so we'll watch football 🏈 today. Enjoy your weekend and take care.....George
Yesterday was a very busy day. What did I accomplish? Lots! How about you? Doesn't this weather just make you feel good enough to get lots done?!
So let us get out there today and make a joyful noise! Share with others the happiness that is in our heart. I can just see you now...
Oh wait, that looks like me singing. All I can say is that it is a good thing you can only see me and not hear me. And here is another picture of me...
GOOD MORNING, LOVE, HUGS & BLESSINGS, Ms. TouchedPainter, I pray YOU have a TANTILLIZINGLY TASTY TUESDAY, and are having a TRANSFORMATIONAL WEEK, my friend...
Thankful Sunday! Be sure to read the bulletin that I posted that Dove (Sue) shared with me.
Boy, if we could just bottle a day like today. We started at 43° this morning and should be in the mid 70's again today. I like fall when the temperatures give us a break from the 90's and 100's ... but there is nothing like Spring when new life starts to appear and I know we are changing our time for more daylight.
So, I'm off to enjoy the last part of this weekend and see what hasn't happened yet. Hope you are doing the same as the Blessings & Hugs are being sent to you!
Top of the morning and wishing you a beautiful weekend. Got down into the 50's last night and only 70's today. Relax this weekend and share a kind word and smile....George
It is Friday and the weekend is in sight. The winds are slowly shifting from S to W and soon N. We are 78° now and "supposed" to be in the 40's for 3 nights in a row. Then a week of 50's for lows and upper 70's for highs. It will sure be nice weather for the last weekend of the Texas State Fair.
In just two weeks we will "fall back" and it will be dark by 5 pm. I really hate falling backwards. Wish we could leave the time change in the "spring forward" mode forever.
So are you almost ready for next weekend? My girls would NEVER stand for this. Well, if they knew a treat was coming they might.
I have done my part. I have changed from Pumpkins to Bats. This picture doesn't do it justice because they change colors from iridescent blue to iridescent purple. Bats are really good creatures.
Share your smile.
The wind just changed to the North and blew stuff in the entryway to the floor.
Or the bats knocked it down. I just can't decide.
But Blessings and Hugs are wished for you this weekend.
The rain is gone and it is a misty, dreary day. We are still a little warm and humid but cooler temperatures are promised for us in the next week. Tropical Depression Pamela gave us 2" but areas (Kyle Kid included) got up to 5" of rain.
This is the perfect weather for a nap even though I rarely take them. My Hubby would say every day is a perfect day for a nap.
I just don't seem to have much "get up and go" today. But alas, we have errands to run. So I best be getting in gear.
good-morning, been really busy the last few days. taking advantage of nice days to get all of my outside stuff done before it gets cold out. hope all is well with you and you are enjoying this fall season..marykay
A very good day to you. Strong storms predicted for us today and tomorrow but will believe it when I see it. Enjoy the rest of the week and take care.....George
Everyone in Texas is talking about me... I am on the news a lot. OK, I am also getting a lot of text comments from my friends too... troublemaker, dangerous, crazy, wreck havoc, naughty, go somewhere else...
Now come on, is that fair? We are getting a light shower right now but we are promised rain tomorrow. They should all be thanking me, right?
Just wait until tomorrow. Ok, I am working tomorrow so enjoy Taco Tuesday and Enchilada Wednesday. I'll be back soon so share your smile with everyone you encounter because the sun will soon be shining again.
