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Friday Favorites

I’ve been thinking about why Friday is my favorite since I’m no longer driving to an office 5 days a week and the only thing I can figure is that over the years my brain has been traumatized into thinking Friday is the best day. LoL!  Whatever the reason, I’ll continue with my Friday Favorites until I think of something better to do.

Last Saturday evening, the Book Club met to discuss our September read which was

Favorite # ONE

The Legend of Sleepy Hollow

By Washington Irving

This was the shortest book ever and I finished it in one day!

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Favorite # TWO

Book Club

In addition to book discussion, we enjoyed a pot luck feast, pumpkin crafts, and each other’s company!

Check out the fun TikToks posted by @disneygirlgina @mandakstar @stephdstarling @krstar0601

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Favorite # THREE

Chicken Pot Pie

I used this recipe

Chicken Pot Pie

  • Servings: 8
  • Difficulty: easy
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Ingredients

¼ cup butter
1 small yellow onion (pureed)
⅓ cup all-purpose flour
1½ cups chicken broth
1 cup milk
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon celery seed
4 cups cooked chicken diced into ½-inch pieces (I used rotisserie)
2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
2 refrigerated pie crusts (store-bought)

Directions

Preheat oven to 425°F. Place one pie crust in a deep pie plate or casserole dish. Prick with a fork and set aside.
In a large deep skillet, over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the onions and celery and cook until soft, about 3 minutes. Stir in flour. Slowly stir in chicken broth and whisk to combine.
Add the milk and salt, pepper, and celery seed. Reduce heat and simmer over medium-low heat until thickened, about 5 minutes.
Add the chicken and vegetables. Stir to mix throughout. Pour the mixture into the bottom pie crust. Top with remaining pie crust. Seal the edges and cut away any excess dough.
Brush the crust with an egg wash.  Make a few slits in the top to allow steam to escape.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the filling is bubbling hot and the crust is golden.

 

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Favorite # FOUR

‘Blinging’ Pumpkins

I had to capture most of these from video, so I probably missed some 😕

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Early in September I placed an order at LOFT.  It was very unusual that it took LOFT two weeks to process the order and after processing LOFT shipped each item one at a time.  I finally received the last of it this week.

Favorite # FIVE

Final LOFT haul of the summer

I’m not sure how I ended up with an XL on this last item.  Its so big I can’t keep it up, but I’m too tired to send it back.  They irritated me.  I think I’m going to take a break from LOFT for awhile.  Less shopping, more reading.

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Friday Favorites

This is one of those weeks in which Friday is not better than Monday, which is typical when you are on vacation and Friday is supposed to be the finale.  And that is how my week started.  Now my vacation has turned into disability.  I never thought I would see the day that my superior-work-ethic self would be on disability.  Nevertheless, here we are.

With the recent excitement, I’ve been blogging more often than usual.  This is mostly due to my position.  I’m sitting.  All the time.  But this hasn’t stopped me from having my weekly favorites.

I was shopping online Saturday morning.  Before my unfortunate foot fracture befell, I bought some new shoes.  These are my

Favorite # ONE

Dr. Scholl’s Delaney Espadrille Wedge Sandals

For now I can only wear one of them.

But that isn’t the only shopping I’ve done because something is profoundly wrong with me and if I am sitting still, all I do is shop.  Since Old Navy was having a 50% off pants and jeans sale, I bought a few.  I haven’t received them yet but I predict these to be my favorite…

Favorite # TWO

and I’m sure they will look nice with my new espadrille and broken foot boot combo.

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Next is something I bought this week because I can’t stand up to take a shower.  It has proven to be the smartest purchase I’ve made this week.

Favorite # THREE

Everyone needs one of these!

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I had a hankering for chicken wings this week.  Fortunately for LB, this was in the freezer…

Favorite # FOUR

They are especially good if you bake them twice as long as directed.

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After my visitors left on Tuesday evening, I found this artwork that was left behind…

Favorite # FIVE

signed by…

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Summer 2023 Vacation Day 3

I skipped right over summer 2023 Vacation Day #2 because ALL I DID that day was go to the ER, then come home and sit with my iced foot elevated.  My Aunt Sharon couldn’t have said it better… BUMMER.

On Monday

I regrouped and regained mental clarity.

To start the day off right, I got on the phone with the Insurance company to verify that the ER recommended Orthopedic doctor was within network. Then I called that office to make an appointment.  All this took only about an hour of my day so I’m not mad.  I mean, what else do you do on your summer vacation???  Afterward, I took the advice from a high school friend on social media who said “get pampered” [thank you Kim Stafford] and had LB make my breakfast.  A fried egg over easy on avocado toast.  He did an excellent job  for a man who never uses the stove.

After this I went shopping online.  Old Navy has a 50% off jeans and pants.

So, I placed an order…

SHOPPING.

It’s what I do.

Then, just after noon, LB helped me into the pool.

I stayed in the pool for 5 hours.

My backyard is the closest thing to vacation without going on vacation.

Who is the Lucky one???

Later in the afternoon, Mama walked over and joined me in the pool and shared some of her stories.  She is a fantastic story-teller.  I’ve told her that she needs a blog but I’m happy to post her memories here in my Mary’s Musings page.  One day I’ll get her cooperation.  Either that or she needs to tell her stories on YouTube.

After I successfully burnt myself to a crisp floating in the pool, LB helped me out and propped me up at the kitchen counter where I made two salads for dinner.  It wasn’t like anything we would’ve ordered from Middle Grounds in Treasure Island, but it hit the spot.

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And here is one last happy thought for Monday, vacation day 3…  0n FRIDAY… My last full day of walking upright without crutches, I got to hold this sweet little man.Y’all have GOT to be jealous!

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Friday Favorites

And I have some Happy Friday Favorites to share!

This week we celebrated my sweet kitty’s 13th birthday!

Happy Birthday to my

Favorite # ONE

Elvis

I’ve tried to get Elvis to pose for a birthday pic every year.

Some years we didn’t get lucky, but for the most part, Elvis has posed nicely for his annual photo shoot.  He is such a good kitty.

We came across something at ALDI that we thought Elvis might enjoy so for about $8 we picked up

Favorite # TWO

Cat Playhouse

 

He loves it… especially with the addition of catnip.

Another fun item I recently found at ALDI is my

Favorite # THREE

KETO Bagels

I’m not sharing this information so you will go to Aldi and purchase these bagels.  They usually only have 2 packages on the shelf so leave them there for me.

I love them!

Only 2 net carbs and 90 calories in the whole bagel. Plus lots of fiber.  I’m sure that Dr. Berg would find something “bad” in the ingredients list, but I’m not going to ask for his opinion.  Ignorance is BLISS.

On Tuesday I enjoyed one of those bagels toasted with a little bit of cheese.  The cheese was all bubbly and melt-y and looking delicious.  I couldn’t wait to sit down at my stupid desk and enjoy it.  Instead I dropped it in my lap.  And I got melted cheddar all over my long cardigan.

So sad.

In an effort to make myself feel better, I went shopping for a new one.

Favorite # FOUR

Long Ribbed Duster from Venus.

Yep… I feel better already.

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I received this item for my birthday [thanks Gina!], but just used it for the first time this week…

Favorite # FIVE

I used it and THEN I read the reviews.  Hopefully my feet won’t become victim to exfoliation obliteration.  It is supposed to take up to two weeks for results. I’ll keep you posted.

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Friday Favorites

Happy Friday!

Its been a good week, but I’m happy to see the end of it!

Favorite # ONE

My game arrived on Saturday…

LB helped me set up the new game system that my son and his family gave me for Christmas and I enjoyed a trip back in time.

I was having fun until I began repeatedly falling off of ferris wheels in Donut Land.

At that point, I had to walk away.

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Sunday I was flipping through some posts on Instagram when I came across a cute outfit.

Since I thought it was cute, I asked LB if he thought it was cute.

He answered “I’d have to see it on you”.

Favorite # TWO

[Photo by Cabiclothing on Instagram]

LB had concerns about the white “men’s shoes”. LOL

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With all this outfit inspiration, I had to go shopping.  LB and I went out Sunday afternoon, but there was no red and white hounds-tooth blazer to be found.  I didn’t need anything else to store in my closet anyway.  But I did try on some cute blouses…

Favorite # THREE

Shopping at Target

Long Sleeve Eyelet Blouse//Long Sleeve Smocked Top//Long Sleeve Smocked Top

Balloon Long Sleeve Tie-Front Blouse//Balloon Long Sleeve Tie-Front Blouse//High-Rise Slim Straight Jeans

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It seems that winter has finally arrived in Florida.

On Monday after work, LB and I headed outside to cover some of our plants.  I have a pretty hibiscus and a mandevilla that I especially wanted to protect.  And there was a special little tree that I had to make sure was tucked in for the frosty night…

Favorite # FOUR

Little Miss Figgy

No she isn’t dead, but was a bit worse for the wear after a ride with the postal service and being wrapped before Christmas.  I got her into the ground asap and she is still with us.

Little Miss Figgy is a fig tree that I had on my Pinterest wish list and my sister happened to see it

I’m looking forward to watching her grow!

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Favorite # FIVE

Cinnamon and Pecan Coffee Cake

by Ricardo

I tried a new recipe this week and it was excellent.  Unfortunately it fell apart when I removed it from the tube pan and this is the only photo I captured.

You’ll want to check out the recipe here.

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Friday Favorites

Happy Friday!

Here are this weeks Favorites:

First up… a new recipe

Favorite # ONE

Keto Cheese Crackers

which I originally found on Pinterest posted by Family on KETO dot com.  The Family calls them Keto Crackers without Eggs, which I thought was a weird name.  And it is true, there are no eggs in these crackers.  Eggs or not, these crackers are good.

Here’s the recipe:

Keto Cheese Crackers

  • Servings: 6
  • Difficulty: easy
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, gouda, mozzarella, parmesan, or a mix)
  • 1 Tbsp butter
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup coconut flour
  • a pinch of salt
  • 1 Tbsp sesame seeds + some to sprinkle
  • a pinch of dried oregano
  • pinch of powdered garlic
  • a pinch of any other spices optional (chili flakes, paprika, dried basil)

Directions

  • In a microwave safe bowl, mix everything together: grated cheese with butter, almond flour, coconut flour, sesame seeds, pinch of salt, pinch of garlic, herbs and sesame seeds.
  • Microwave on high for 1 minute. Remove from microwave, stir well and knead the dough with your hands. If it’s still not possible to knead, microwave for 30 seconds more and then knead the dough.
  • Roll the dough on a parchment paper and sprinkle with 1 TBS of sesame seeds if you like.
  • Cut the crackers in a shape you prefer.  I used a cookie cutter.
  • If you just want to have crackers without leftovers cut in cubes or triangles.
  • Bake at 375° F for 8 – 15 minutes until golden brown.
  • Enjoy!

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In addition to baking, I’ve done some shopping recently

Favorite # TWO

A new OUTFIT

Striped Tiered Cami to wear with

The High Waist Straight Crop Jean in Natural White

I also received the delivery of my long awaited

Favorite # THREE

New Chairs

They look very nice in my bedroom.

They came from Wayfair and LB worked hard to put them together

Elvis got a new chair too, but his was free

He likes it a lot!

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I found a new patriot this week

Favorite # FOUR

The Professors Record

is one of my new favorites on Rumble

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And last but not at all least…

This week began with a celebration of my favorite SIX YEAR OLD

Favorite # FIVE

She came into the world SIX years ago this past Monday!

Lydia will be in Jacksonville this weekend so we can have an official party for her!

She is growing up so fast!

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Friday Favorites

WHERE DID I GO?

You might think that since I’m working from home and finished with college courses I’d be blogging NON STOP.

But alas, I have been unmotivated.

I’m not sure if it will get better anytime soon.  We’ll see how it goes.

On the subject of college courses, I mentioned that mine have been completed.  Finally.

I got this in the mail

Favorite # ONE

A box of trinkets from Liberty University.

Now, one of those trinkets is special… it is a cord that is meant to be part of a graduate’s regalia.  This one is red.  It means I am a Cum Laude graduate.  Sadly, it is the wrong color.  It should be BLUE!

 

I’m so tired of dealing with them I’m not even going to protest.

I’ll hang it around my neck and pretend it is blue while I watch my virtual graduation this weekend.

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Last weekend LB and I went to the St. John’s Town Center to return some items that I ordered from LOFT.

Favorite # TWO

I’ve said it many times… LOFT is my favorite.  LB is too.

I also like Express and we stopped in there as well.

Favorite # THREE

I really like this outfit.

Off The Shoulder Ruffle Top//Super High Waisted White Button Fly MOM Jeans

MOM jeans?

 NVM… I need another outfit like a need a hole in the head.

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The Glambabies are in town this weekend and I’m looking forward to a visit.  They haven’t been to Florida since February.

Today they went to the Caddyshack with their Mema.

Afterward they rode along to pick up Levi and Thea from school.  Then they all went to Mema’s house for a fun time together.

I took some photos the last time they visited earlier this year, but never posted them.  I came across these photos recently and they are my

Favorite # FOUR

When Lydia and Rory came to Glammy’s house, they found the My Little Ponies that had magical color changing tails.

 

And now I’m going to walk next door and get them!

That will be my

Favorite # FIVE

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By the way…

Happy Friday!

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