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Local fall landscape pictures

Last week I didn’t do so hot getting back into the blogging groove. I have too much on my plate around the house to find the time needed for blog hopping but I will get back on track. I ask for patience please.  While on vacation we got out a little.  With the too many things to do and the weather not always cooperating getting out didn’t happen enough. Here are a few pictures I managed to capture. 

Kodak, Tennessee We were turning around in a church parking lot when I spied the cow taking a dip in the water hole. Can you see it? Click to enlarge image.
This is either in Washburn Tennessee or nearby. I lost track. What pulled my eye to this scene is the barn in the distance and the covered rolls of hay to the right but what I didn’t notice is how pretty the veins going across the barbed wire framed the picture. It looks like a string of hearts.
This picture was taken in the vincity of Washburn. Years ago we were up there when I saw the mural on the building side and I beat myself up for not taking a picture. Stumbling on it again, I didn’t let the opportunity pass me by a second chance. The image is faded compared to my first sighting but it’s a delight to finally capture it. Click to enlarge image.

Over the weekend, I snapped this picture of the fall colors behind a neighbor’s house.  It felt like a spring day instead of autumn.

Speaking of the weekend, I made a batch of Coconut Macadamia Cookies.  It’s been a while since I made these last. The first time I had them was while visiting good friends in Florida. After returning home I made some for us because DH just loved them. Here’s my recipe if you’re interested.

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Here are my responses to Joyce’s Wednesday Hodgepodge questions this week.

 

1. It’s the 11th day of the 11th month and bloggers often make lists on days like today. Let’s go with a list of eleven things you’re feeling grateful for today.

  1. I’m grateful President Trump isn’t listening to others to concede the election before suspicions of foul play are cleared up.
  2. I’m grateful for those who fought/fight to keep our nation free.
  3. I’m grateful for the liberties I’ve been given living in America.
  4. I’m grateful for good health.
  5. I’m grateful for a wonderful husband.
  6. I’m grateful for DH’s job.
  7. I’m grateful to be a mom of three kiddos.
  8. I’m grateful my kids have jobs.
  9. I’m grateful I’m a Mimi of one sweet little girl.
  10. I’m grateful DD#1 is able to be home with her precious daughter.
  11. I’m grateful my parents are still living.

2. What’s something you decided to do or act on at the ’11th hour’? 

I haven’t thought about it.

3.  Apparently the Kentucky Fried Chicken recipe contains 11 herbs and spices. What’s a dish you make that calls for exactly eleven ingredients? Feel free to share the list and/or recipe. 

I took a quick peek at a few recipes I made recently that I want to share eventually but none of these have only 11 ingredients, so I’m at a loss on this one. Sorry!

4. Something you remember about your 11-year old self? 

At 11-years of age I was in grade 6.  That was about the time I grew into reading for pleasure. My best friend shared her Nancy Drew book series with me. Occasionally, Mom gave me a little money to buy a new paperbook from Scholastic Books from my English teacher. 

5. The 11th of November is Veterans Day in the US of A. This is a day to honor those who have served their country in war or peace-dead or alive-although according to the government’s website it’s largely intended to thank living veterans for their sacrifices.  Memorial Day is when we honor military personnel who died in service to their country.  Share a thought relating to Veterans Day or tell us something about a Veteran you know-love-admire. 

I’m thankful for those who sacrificed so much for our country. Most of the time those called to serve didn’t have a choice and those I know did not back down from their duties.  I know it had to be a scary thing because I remember how scared I was for my uncles during the Vietnam war.  I was too little to know about the demonstrations and harsh treatment our soldiers got when they came home.  They didn’t ask to do it but did it when called  and then to have the people from this nation to behave this way is disgracing and sickening. I admire every man and woman in uniform. They do what I can not or do not want to do.  May the hard work done by many living and dead never be forgotten, taken for granted, or wasted. You’ll never know how good you have it until it’s been taken away. I pray that we’ll never find ourselves looking back on what was —  freedom of religion, freedom to vote, freedom of education, freedom to buy, freedom to travel, freedom of healthcare, freedom in all things!

6. Insert your own random thought here.

I think in light of all the crazy political correctness and the defiance of multi-million dollar star athletes or celebrities lack of respect for the American flag and all it represents that I should do what’s right to honor our brave long ago or present in sharing “Ragged Old Flag” by Johnny Cash because like the old man in the song says, “I’m mighty proud of that ragged old flag!”

That wraps things up but hopefully if inspiration strikes then you might find me back here tomorrow with an art contribution with Thursday Art Date with Rain.   Thanks for joining me today and may you have a blessed day! X💋X💋, Cathy




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