A Springy Hodgepodge

Here are the questions to this week's Wednesday Hodgepodge. 

1. What's the first image that comes to mind when you hear the word 'spring'? Which phrase best describes the season of spring where you live right now (today)-sprung! almost there, or still waiting?

Flowers... tulips and daffodils. Here, we are still waiting, but the snow is beginning to melt and the temperature isn't quite so cold. I know spring is coming, but the winter seems to drag on too long.

2. Bed, couch, stapler, garage door, computer mouse, recliner, flashlight, door knob... which household item containing springs most needs replacing in your home? Speaking of springs...did you ever own a Slinky?

Our couch is nearing it's life's end. I hate the thought of having to go shopping for a new one. Not! I'd love to have a new one. Yes, I had a slinky growing up and loved playing with that crazy thing on the stairs.

3. March is Women's History Month. Share a favorite quote by a woman.

"People will forget what you said. People will forget what you did. But people will never forget how you made them feel." -- Maya Angelou

4. What's a question that looms large in your mind right now?

How is hubby and I going to survive on just our Social Security?

5. Are you a sugar freak? By that I mean how much do you love sugar? With all the bad press sugar gets these days, have you made any efforts to reduce the amount of sugar you consume?

I am a sugar freak. I've been trying to cut back on the sweets, but my will-power can fail when it comes to donuts and cookies. I'm so weak.

6. Would you rather have less work to do or more work you enjoy doing?

More work I enjoy doing... I lost a job that I loved (it's a long story and no one's fault) but I'd love to have that opportunity of doing that work again.

7. Ever been to Texas? Of the top ten Texas tourist attractions which would you most like to see-The Alamo, The San Antonio River Walk, The State Capital, Dallas World Aquarium, Padre Island National Seashore, Houston Space Center, Schlitterbahn Waterpark in New Braunfels, Six Flags Fiesta Texas,  Moody Gardens, or Galveston Island?

Yes, I've been to Texas and love it. My trips have mainly been to see family, but I have been to Padre Island and Galveston Island. On one of my future trips, if there is another one, would be to see the San Antonio River Walk.

8.  Insert your own random thought here.

Our grand-daughter, our ONLY grand-daughter, is getting married in 4 weeks. It's hard to believe. It seems like just yesterday I cradled her in my arms and rocked her to sleep. Where has the last 22 yrs. gone? 

Gloomy Tuesday

Hello everyone! I thought I'd drop in tonight for a short visit. I hope you've had a good day.

Today, weather-wise, we've had one big gloomy day. It's drizzled rain and now fog has developed. Visibility is down to less than 1/10 of a mile, according to our weatherman. Our temperature, though, has been better the past few days. It's been in the upper 40's to low 50's. Much, much better than it was.

Yesterday, our daughter called to ask if we could pick up the boys after school. When I said yes, she gave me some background information and some instructions concerning our 2 youngest grandsons. When we got them home, they were to do their homework, they could have a 'healthy' snack, then they had to go upstairs and clean their room and "give them a couple garbage bags to take with them. No TV or video games until the room is clean." And "don't you go up and help them, Mom"!

I washed her dirty dishes while the boys ate their snack and did their homework at the table. Then they ran upstairs. Jr came down a few minutes later, but Bryan was still up there and very quiet. I waited, then couldn't stand it anymore. I went up to see how he was doing. Oh, my! Their room was a disaster. I couldn't resist. Then we heard Teresa come in the back door and I told Bryan "we aren't done and we're gonna be in trouble".

We carried the trash bags down stairs and Teresa just glared at us. "Mother! I told you not to help them!" I started laughing, but little Bryan's eyes were as big as saucers. His mom was scolding her mom! Priceless.

I've been keeping myself busy lately with crocheting. After 20+ years, I picked up a crochet hook and it gave me the urge to do it again. I'm thankful it's like riding a bike... it all came back to me. So far I've made 4 pairs of boot cuffs for my sister's grand-daughters.

And a headband for my niece.

I've made several kitchen towels for my sister after she gave me a big bag full of yarns and stuff.

Currently I'm working on something, I'm not sure what yet. I pulled out all the yarn and left-overs from other projects. When I saw the 2 shades of grey and the scarlet, I just had to start 'hooking it'. Anyone from Ohio would like those colors, right? I know I don't have enough to do an afghan, or even a small blanket, so it may end up being a narrow wrap/shawl. I'm just working until the yarn runs out. 

Our great-grandson is doing very well. He's growing so fast, but still fits in his bassinet in the living room. Hollie, our grand-daughter, told us yesterday she checked her baby development chart and he is doing things a 7 month old should be learning to do. He's only 4 months old. She is feeling so proud.

That's all I can think of to chat about, but I'm glad you stopped by. 

Until next time.......... 

Mind over matter

I've been taking a much needed break and hiding out in my little house, just hubby and me, for quite some time now. Weather-wise, you know how horrible this winter has been. Not fit for humans or animals to be out and about, as far as I'm concerned, so we've been housebound most of the time. 

I've been going through a bit of depression lately, trying to deal with some problems we have, plus hold onto my emotions. I just haven't wanted to see anyone or talk to anyone. There are some people who can't see past the end of their noses, say and do hurtful things and not even realize they are hurting others. So I had decided to just stay right here, hide out, away from everyone, where I can't be hurt or be forced to deal with them. I just wanted some time out. 

It was working. My feelings were slowly healing. But then I think the good Lord thought I'd been brooding long enough. That's when it became mind over matter. The last couple weeks He had me get up and get out, helping others who needed me. As a result, I feel much better. We even went out Tuesday evening with another couple and had a nice time. We had good food and lots of laughs. It was like having a social life again. 

I've been trying to catch up with everyone's blog but if I missed you or failed to leave a comment, just know that I was thinking about you. 

God bless