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Summers of the Past

Hoping to link up with the Blended Blog, I’ve taken a trip down memory lane to reflect on

Summers of the Past

I remember bits and pieces of summers of the distant past.  Although I can’t recall specific events, I do remember that my little sister and I would go to work with Mama and spend the summer days exploring (snooping) and enjoying the coffee.

Also I remember spending weeks at the lake house my grandparents owned.  It was at Lake Hewitt in Interlachen, Florida that I learned to swim and water-ski.

As I entered my teenage years there were some summer activities with my church youth group, such as camp at Lake Yale and choir tours to other churches in the Southeast.

 

These days my summers are jam packed with activities.

I barely have time to catch my breath from one event before taking off on another

ADVENTURE WITH LB!

In this AWESOME photo we spent a summer day biking on the beach

and later grilling out in Jekyll Island, Georgia.

We often find ourselves at the beach during the summer and it is safe to say that LB will typically plan a vacation to a beach or someplace tropical every summer.

LB and I have enjoyed three summer vacations on

Sanibel Island and Captiva Island

Each time some bizarre event occurs.  On our first trip to Sanibel, while we were “beach combing” one afternoon, a fisherman staggered over to where we had set up camp and took a seat in one of our beach chairs.  He had managed to HOOK HIMSELF through his boot and into his foot.

The fisherman managed to stay calm, took out his multi-functional tool, and began to operate, while LB stood by for moral support.

Being that I am likely to faint on such occasions, I snapped a couple of pictures and quickly excused myself.

Happily all ended well.

Then there was that time while enjoying a birthday/summer vacation in Captiva that LB rushed me to the ER at 6AM to learn that my heart is in excellent condition.  Apparently I’m prone to panic attacks when I have a birthday.  Those photos are locked away in my photo vault [for never sharing].

 Recently we have found that

Taking a Cruise

is a great way to enjoy summer vacation.

There are so many things to do on the shipand on excursions to the shore

and engaging in other things that you know better than

there’s never a dull summer moment!

 

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Summer Lovin’

The Blended Blog is at it again…

asking those probing questions that will make for fun summertime conversation:

Summer Lovin’ Q & A.

Here goes:

 

Walk or Bike Ride?

Although my Fitbit and I endeavor to reach at least 10,000 steps per day, it depends on where I’m going. 

If forced to choose between walking or biking for a long distance,

I’ll take the bike.

Okay… maybe not.

Yes, I really fell just like that (it was a graceful fall).  And yes, I was asked to maintain the position for a photo.

 

 

Favorite Picnic Food?

A good old fashioned picnic is best savored with a good old fashioned sandwich. 

Or a Subway Sandwich. 

Or a Bucket of Chicken.

 

Pool or Lake?

Pool.  No Question.

 

 

Favorite Flavor of Ice Cream?

Butter Pecan is my all time favorite full fat ice cream indulgence. 

But lately my ice cream of choice has been Halo Top because I can enjoy the entire pint without much guilt.

 

 

Ice Cream Cone or in a Dish?

There is no discrimination when it comes to the ice cream vehicle. 

And the carton works just fine.

 

 

Flip Flops or Slides?

Both.

I have many flip flops to choose from.

This season I’ve incorporated some slides into my wardrobe. 

These are from Express:

Knot Sandals

and

Knot Slide Sandals

knot sandals

which are really flip flops.

 

 

Jean Shorts or Jean Capris?

Shorts. 

Although I have three pairs of capri pants, when I wear them it appears that I have something wrong with me…

which may be the case, but why advertise it?

 

 

Favorite Summer Fruit?

Watermelon!

 

Corn on the Cob or Cut Off the Cob?

Neither.

Corn is a CARB!

 

 

Favorite Summertime Song?

Summer Nights

 

What is your Favorite Summertime Activity?

Anything outdoors.

 

 

Favorite Berry? Strawberry, Blueberry, Raspberry or Blackberry?

Blueberries are currently my favorite berry.  However, I may change my mind tomorrow.

 

 

Bikinis, Tankinis or One Piece?

Because my swimsuit hates me this season, I don’t want to talk about it.

 

 

 

Dresses or Skirts?

Both dresses and skirts are so much more comfortable than pants, especially for work in a hot office.

 

 

One Word to Describe Summer?

Rainy

The Old Farmer’s Almanac 2018 Long Range Weather forecast is:

“Rainfall will be above normal, especially in the south.” (source)

Dates                    Weather Conditions

Jun 1-11               Several t-storms, hot

Jun 12-19             A few t-storms, cool

Jun 20-27             Sunny north, a few t-storms south; warm

Jun 28-30             T-storms, warm

June                      temperature 83° (1° above avg.) precipitation 7″ (0.5″ above avg.)

 

 

 

 

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Fave Spring Color

Once again, I have The Blended Blog to thank as they have provided me with a subject for my little blog.

Wednesdays on TBB will be style perspectives from various ladies that contribute to that site.  For the next several weeks, the topics that will be covered are listed below:

Obviously today’s discussion is all about:

Fave Spring Color

If you assume that I am typical, you may guess that I have chosen a soft and delicate springtime pastel.  Or, if you know me very well, you may guess that I have chosen black.

Neither is the case.

For spring 2018 I am stepping out of the box.  I have selected a color of which I have very little in my closet collection.

It is audacious.

It is fresh.

It is…

[drum-roll here]

MEADOWLARK!

More simply put… Yellow.

It is What’s Happening

The swatch above is directly from the Pantone site and you can see all of the spring 2018 color palate by clicking here.

Pantone describes Meadowlark as bold and lively, a confident and outgoing bright yellow shade that highlights the spring 2018 season, glistening with joy and illuminating the world around us (source).

Although I have merely 3 items in my closet that compare to this color…

it is my favorite for this season and I intend on procuring other items in yellow before I sashay into summer.

Here are some of the options that I am considering from LOFT:

I’ve been shopping at venus.com for a long time.  Here are a couple of cute yellow options from Venus:

Happy Shopping!

 

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TBB ASKS April ~ Spring

It is TBB ASKS day!

Because it is the first Monday of the month, [and because I haven’t finished my post about the weekend], today I’m linking up with The Blended Blog for the monthly Q&A.

1. What 3 colors remind you most of spring?

2. What is the first thing you add to your wardrobe in spring?

This year it was new shoes

3. What is the first wardrobe item you ditch in spring?

Sweaters.

All my sweaters are neatly folded and placed on the top shelf in my closet.

  Won’t be needing those until December

4. Who mows the grass where you live?

LB is head of mowing operations because he does it better than I.

5. What’s spring like where you live?

Today it is partly sunny 86°/61°, tomorrow it is supposed to rain 84°/62°, Wednesday there will be PM thunderstorms 79°/49°, Thursday mostly sunny 69°/51°, Friday partly cloudy 84°/57°.

Each day is a new adventure

 

6. What’s your favorite thing about spring?

Warm days and cool nights

 

7. Are you a spring cleaner?

I’m an all-season cleaner

 

8. Are you a baseball fan?

When the Cubs made it to the World Series last year, I watched every game.  Other than that, I haven’t followed any major league teams in a long time.

 

9. Tulips or Daffodils?

I love tulips and LB knows it!He surprised me with these tulips and I will do my best to keep them alive.

10. Favorite outdoor spring activity?

Being out in the sun

11. Flowers in the ground or in pots?

I have several potted plants, however in the ground is a healthier option at my house.

The dogwood is doing very well.  So far!

12. Favorite bird?

Robins

When I see these little guys hopping around in my yard, I know spring has arrived!

13. Car wash or wash vehicles at home?

There have been occasions when a personal car was necessary, but for the most part our cars will get a run through the car wash.

14. When do you pull out your sandals?

Some sandals are out year round, others will come out with the shorts.

 

 

 

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All About Love

It’s All About Love today, although not quite All About LB.

Because there is a new one every month, the Blended Blog has issued a new questionnaire:

Kisses or Hugs?

Kisses.  Everyone likes to be covered with kisses!

Candy or Flowers?

Yes!

Baking or Cooking?

BakingI think I’ve mentioned baking is My Super Power.

Do you remember your first kiss?

I believe I do… but I’m not positive, so it doesn’t warrant discussion.

Favorite color Roses?

Red,

Conversation hearts, yes or no?

Of Course!Those little hearts say it all!

Do you leave love notes?

Yes.  In the shape of a heart, taped to LB’s coffee cup.  Just because.

Decor for Valentine’s Day?

No.  But I do dress for the occasion.  Does that count?

Red or Pink?

RedI’m loving my red sweater!  Red is always a favorite.

And now, we have a reason to wear red to work, twice a week.  On Thursdays in support of CWA and on Fridays during the month of February to support Women’s heart health (Go Red For Women).

Milk, White or Dark Chocolate?

Dark would be my first choice…

M&M’s my second!

Do you believe in love at first site?

After quizzing LB about this… and getting a man’s opinion… I’ll have to say…

NO.

Are Your Valentine’s Day cards funny or serious?

I’d classify my cards as CUTE!

Favorite Chick Flick or Romantic Movie?

You’ve Got Mail is my all time favorite

… and if I happen to be “clicking” and see that it is on, I will stop and watch it from any point in the story.“Don’t cry Shop Girl”

 

The other “flick” that comes to mind is Pride and Prejudice (2005).  I’ll watch the entire movie to see one line that is delivered near the end by Matthew Macfadyen “You have bewitched me body and soul and I love… I love… I love you”

Stay In or Go Out?

I’m notorious for being a Home Body.  But if the event is worth it, I love to go out!  As a matter of fact, I am looking forward to two outings in the next week.  The Rockabilly Prom and the Alhambra Dinner Theater’s production of Little Shop of Horrors.

Happy February!

 

 

Thank you for taking time out of your day to stop by my blog.

Kim

XO

 

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