Once again

And I’ve got favorites!

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Favorite # ONE

Dinner in the Rain

with LB.

It started out as a sunny afternoon, however the dark clouds were not far away.

As if the wind wasn’t enough, shortly after snapping this picture, the rain began to fall.MY HAIR!

We were having dinner at The Cellar Upstairs, a rooftop dining dining experience that is lovely, especially on a beautiful day.

But even a little bit of bad weather can’t ruin dinner at The Cellar Upstairs.  Their salads are the best.

And the best of the “cellar salads” is my

Favorite # TWO

The Wedge

Iceberg lettuce, tomato, bacon, blue cheese, and a TON of dressing.

A Keto dream come true!

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Favorite # THREE

A Starter

I started one

As the writer of The Clever Carrot suggested, I have named my starter:

James Earl Starter

(obviously after the 39th US President).

It’s only been 4 days, but I’m confident that it is going to turn out great.  I’ll be making sourdough bread in a few weeks (or sooner) and LB is going to love it!

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Favorite # FOUR

My new

Old Navy Tops

There was a 40% off sale and I had Old Navy bonus cash to spend.

Striped Linen-Blend Wrap Top for Women (Red Stripe)

Textured Wrap-Front Side-Tie Top for Women (Navy Dots)

Wrap-Front Side-Tie Top for Women (Red Daisy Print)

Apparently I was feeling patriotic when I ordered these!

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I had an appointment at the Dentist’s office today for my six month cleaning, some fillings, and an Invisalign scan.

Favorite # FIVE

My Dentist

NO PAIN!  She is my hero.

I like her so much, I spent the day with her today, which is another story for another day.  I also enjoyed the company of Amber, Tracey, Seroj, and Brandy.  A great group!

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The mad dash to leave the place that I call “work” is similar to this gif

It is especially accelerated on Friday, but has been known to happen on weekdays as well.

When I landed in the office parking lot on Tuesday afternoon to head home, I noticed that I had a long text message and what sounded like an urgent voicemail from Mama.  Rather than listen to the entire message, I called her back and learned that Lydia was at her house and needed me to come get her.  The urgency was due to a commitment that Mama had to keep.  She was committed to attend a Wacky Tacky Sunday School Party.

This brings me to my

Favorite # ONE

My Wacky Tacky Mama

Could I focus an entire blog about my Mama?

Yes I could.

All turned out well because I got to spend a few hours with Lydia!

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Favorite # TWO

Swim Time

with little Lydia.

Lydia had the excellent idea that Glammy should insert herself into to the ring at the end of a float…

And play the part of the horse in the Princess Lydia’s carriage ride.

So that is what we didback and forth

for a long time.anything for Lydia.

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Favorite # THREE

Proof

that although my Mama isn’t tacky, she can be pretty wacky.

During another visit she went into the pool…

Yep…

dress and all!

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Favorite # FOUR

Amaryllis

My white amaryllis bloomed again!

I wasn’t expecting that to happen until late fall.

What a surprise!

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Favorite # FIVE

Apple Crescent Roll Dessert

LB bought too many apples and I’ve been trying to find creative ways to get rid of them.  Since LB thinks he needs to have a piece of dessert every night, I decided wrap a few apples in crescent roll dough and bake it until it was nice and overdone… just the way he likes.

A roll of crescent dough, 3 apples, brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon.

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What a whirlwind of a week this has been, and the activity began six days ago.

Last Saturday morning LB and I left for Georgia to attend the wedding of his youngest nephew.  After lunch at the Thomasville Garden Club we headed back to Florida to attend the birthday party of one of his closest friends.

Heading up my Friday Favorites is LB’s Friend!

Favorite # ONE

Wayne

Also known as “The Count”

I like him too.

And his sweet wife Laurie.

LB and Wayne worked together for many years and have been there for each other through good times and not-so-good times.

I would venture to say that Wayne is his best friend.

Happy Birthday Wayne!

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Sunday was a bit more laid back as we attempted to recharge after a busy Saturday.

A private pool party was the prescription for rejuvenation!

Favorite # TWO

This Pool

And this photo is dedicated to my co-worker Kathy, who (though she follows me on social media), had no idea that there was a pool in my back yard.

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It has been a HOT week and, as such, a great time to have a pool.  LB and I are not the only ones who have enjoyed it. On Tuesday evening, Richard, Emily, Lydia, and Rory came by.  Lydia wanted Glammy to go swimming, but Glammy needs a swimsuit that will stay in place and is appropriate for community swim time.

It arrived Wednesday.

Favorite # THREE

My New Swimsuit

Mine is RED!

Although I didn’t have it in time for this first weeknight pool party of the summer, I’ll have it next time.

Luckily Lydia’s Mama and Daddy enjoyed swimming and playing in the pool with her.  Rory, however, did not want to participate.  She “told” me that she wanted to go back inside and play in the bath tub.  Lydia would eventually come in for her bath too, and where there is Lydia, there is creativity and imagination.

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Favorite # FOUR

Bath Time

with all its particulars!

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And last but not least, there is a new recipe in my life

Favorite # FIVE

Low Carb Chocolate Cupcakes

Read about my Low Carb Chocolate Cupcakes HERE!

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