It's been a few weeks since I last checked in. Let's just get right into........
Gratitude: Spending almost two weeks with our two oldest grands visiting us from California. Their flights were right in the middle of the limited flight schedules, and after having to stay one more day (😀) they arrived home safely last Sunday night.
Speaking of gratitude, I have ONE WEEK left of my "100 days of Gratitude" posts on Facebook. I plan to make that a post here as soon as it's over.
Listening to: Nothing at the moment, but I've spent a good part of today out on the back porch listening to the birds and the rustling leaves blowing in the breeze. It's a magnificent day here at Terra Dulcis and I want to be outdoors as much as possible before the rain and cold temps move in, probably next week.
Here at Terra Dulcis: We've started having bonfires with the Solo Stove we received two Christmas's ago. Right after it was gifted to us, well.....that's when stuff hit the fan and I was in no position to enjoy it. But we're making up for that now and plan to make it a regular thing. Last night was absolutely perfect for it. Although it was only the two of us, I served him a bowl of spaghetti next to the fire, and we recited the rosary together. The stars were beautiful; and it is already a sweet memory.
What's cooking?: We've been invited out to dinner tonight, so no cooking. As a general rule we have tacos, spaghetti, chili, occasional take out on a weekly basis. Yesterday, I had 3 bananas that were screaming banana muffins. They turned out great and were so delicious. (Don't worry -- I shared some with my neighbors.) I'm still trying to eat more health consciously and one of my absolute favorite dishes is the taco bowl with roasted sweet potatoes, cottage cheese and avocados. Oh, and I've learned I really like the hot honey. My grand-daughter made me avocado toast when she was here. That's a new breakfast treat for me.
OOTD: I have to include this today, because this week, I bought a pair of jeans in size 16. I haven't been a size 16 in over 30 years! They feel like they were made just for me. One thing I'm learning is just because something fits, doesn't mean you should wear it. I've been trying on my older blouses and donated about a half dozen just yesterday. I don't want the big and baggie look any more.
Pondering: Wow! How quickly 2025 has passed. Seems like yesterday it was the 4th of July. Or Valentine's Day. Or New Years. Actually, Y2K! Pondering Scripture, always a wonderful thing to ponder. I've started reading the Psalms a little each day.
Praying for: all the sick; anyone who is in danger of dying an unprepared death this very day; all those who have asked for my prayers. For travelers, for the unborn. The poor suffering souls in Purgatory, and all my family friends and benefactors both living and dead. Praying that the upcoming Advent season will be efficacious and beneficial to myself and loved ones. Will begin the St. Andrew Christmas Novena on November 30. Praying for a young man I've known his whole life who became engaged this past week.
Misc. stuff around here: Will be celebrating our youngest grand's first birthday tomorrow. He will be one on Tuesday. He keeps both Tommy and I laughing most days as he gets to spend weekdays with Grammi and G-Papa.
We had a great time at the Marine Corps Ball earlier this month. Our grand-daughter got to attend with us, and she was thrilled to be part of the party. What a special evening with family and friends.
I'll close with this meditation, and I hope you have a blessed week ahead. Until next time, kellie
"Oh my Jesus, forgive us our sins; save us from the fires of hell. Lead all souls to heaven, especially those who have most need of Thy mercy. Amen."
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