Sunday Morning Coffee Share

Happy Sunday and the last day of the year. Do you have big plans for the New Year? I don’t. I have to work tomorrow so I am sure I will be in bed early. The new year will arrive right on time whether I am awake to see it or not. I am perfectly happy with that.

You can see I am enjoying my coffee from my new mug that my niece gave me for Christmas. I love it!!!

I also made a blueberry cobbler to enjoy with my coffee. I am happy to share.

If we were sharing a coffee or cup of tea or hot chocolate, I am sure we would talk about the year coming to an end and, the new one starting fresh and new with tons of possibilities. What excitement that stirs in my heart.

I think first we would talk about the weather. It is beautiful today the sun is shining so bright. It is cold a chilly 38F but the sun makes it feel much warmer. Yesterday was such a gray day. It was gloomy and cold. Just perfect for staying at home and doing nothing. Today the sun is shining so bright it hurts my eyes. I think I will take a long walk later.

What I am working on:I have put the knitting aside for just a bit and have gone back to working on my heart cross stitch. Guys I have been working on this for three years. I had originally planned it for Valentine’s and as soon as Valentine’s Day has passed I put it up and forget about it. I think that because I love hearts so much it would be something to have displayed all the time.

I will also repot one of my orchids today. It is huge and I think it is two orchids. I need to separate them. I will be able to tell more about them when I get into it.

What I am reading: I finally finished The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo. I have to say the last third of the book was much better than the beginning. I am currently listening to an audio book by Danielle Steel, All That Glitters, and it is really good so far. I got several books for Christmas and I can’t wait to get started on those.

What I am wearing: Well pajamas currently. I had to work all week so I decided to take it easy this weekend. I will put more clothes on later.

What I am eating: Too many treats. So many goodies are left over from Christmas. I need to load them up and take them to the break room at work. I don’t make New Year’s resolutions but I would like to change my diet and start eating healthier.

What I am looking forward to: The new year, enjoying the remaining winter season and then spring, learning new things, spending time with family and loved ones, reading a ton of books, gearing up for a new season at work and just enjoying life.

What will your New Year look like.

Always remember

Love your day your way!!!!

Turkey Trivia

Happy Thanksgiving. If you are in the U.S. today is the day we celebrate Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving originated as a day of harvest and festival and of course a huge meal. A day to set aside everything and give thanks for what we are most thankful for. And for most of us a day to eat turkey. More about the turkey in just a moment.

I am thankful for my husband, family, fur babies, friends, health, and all of you who take time to read my blog. I have made so many new friends through this blog and I have learned so much from all of you. So while you are waiting on your meal here are some fun facts about the center of our meal. The turkey.

What is a male turkey called? A Tom, Female turkey? A hen, Baby turkey? a poult, chick or turklette.

Why do turkeys gobble? Actually only the male turkeys gobble and they do it mostly in the spring and fall. It is a mating call and attracts the hen. Wild turkeys also gobble when they’re surprised by loud sounds.

What’s that weird wobbly thing on a turkey’s neck? This is called a wattle. When the male turkey is excited, especially during mating season, the wattle turns a scarlet red.

Can turkeys fly? The wild turkey can fly! They usually prefer to walk or run. The domestic turkey is not an agile flyer, and will perch in trees to stay safe from predators.

How long to turkeys live? The life span of a wild turkey is three or four years.

Did the Pilgrims eat turkey at their harvest feast? No one is really sure. It is mentioned in several journals that Pilgrims gathered “wild fowl” for the meal, although that could have been ducks or geese.

What were some other foods served at the first Plymouth feast? Venison, Fowl, Corn, Nuts (walnuts, chestnuts, beechnuts) Shellfish, Beans, Pumpkin, Squashes.

How many people eat turkey on Thanksgiving? More than 88% of Americans eat turkey for their Thanksgiving meal.

How long can I nibble on turkey leftovers? In the fridge 3-4 days. In the freezer, 2-3 months.

Just some fun turkey trivia for you. I hope you all have a wonderful and blessed Thanksgiving. Spend time with family and friends and just enjoy being together.

Always remember

Love your day your way!!!

Sunday Morning Coffee Share

I started a new series on my blog. A Coffee Share. Come on it andThis will just be a quick sharing post.

It is a beautiful Sunday morning. Only about 42 degrees F I am enjoying my second cup of coffee. Come and join me for coffee, hot chocolate, espresso or whatever your choice might be.

***This is my favorite coffee mug. My niece got it for me for Christmas several years ago. I love the design and that it looks like a knitting pattern.***

I get up really early every morning usually around 5:00 AM even on my days off. I made pancakes and bacon this morning as per hubs request. The only time I cook a big breakfast is on our days off together. That’s not a lot.

***Oh!!! Such a beautiful sunrise this morning!!***

It has been an emotional week around here. We sold my Father in law’s house. It sold really quick and we have already closed on it. It’s hard to believe the whole process started only about three weeks ago and now it is done. My father in law moved here a few years before we did. He has been gone for six years now. The house was hard to keep up so we decided to sell. I guess it just hit us extra hard this week. I think Mark and I both had our moments when the memories were just a bit overwhelming. But we know it is for the good so enough of that. If we were having coffee I would discuss with you:

What I have been working on: I have been knitting Christmas ornaments. Well I actually knit the cover and put a clear glass ball inside. I am loving them. I have finished eight so far. I think they look vintagey, I don’t think that is a real word but you know what I meant. More on those later.

What I have been listening to: Tyler Childers. I am loving his music. He is from Kentucky and plays neotraditional country, bluegrass, folk, honky-tonk. The thing I love most is how much he gives back to his home state and areas around Kentucky. There is a lot of need there.

What I am reading: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo. I have to admit this one is a bit slow. I have been at it for a while.

What I am loving: I know a lot of people disagree but I love this time of the year when it is dark by 5:30 PM. I think it is just so cozy. It’s winter anyway and you can’t do a lot outside. I love cozying up inside and doing inside things.

What I am looking forward to: Thanksgiving and being with family and friends. Mark and I are going to my nephew’s house for dinner. I will make a few things to take to eat as well.

I would love to hear how you are and anything you would like to share.

Always remember

Love your day your way!!!!

Frogner Park, Oslo Norway

A few months ago I visited Frogner Park in Oslo Norway. I was so impressed with it. I mentioned it in a previous post. I loved this park because it is so unique. It is beautiful with thousands of flowers and trees. There are 121 figures in the park. I didn’t capture all of them but I got most of my favorites. I don’t know why these sculptures touched me so much but they did. I loved this park!!!! To see additional photos and get more information just google Frogner Park. You will see so many more of the figures.

Frogner Park is a public Park in the central West End borough of Frogner in Oslo, Norway. The park is historically part of Frogner Manor and is Oslo’s largest park, open to the public at all times. Wikipedia

What is so unique about these figures? There are 121 human figures clinging and floating together. There’s men, women and children of different ages and different stages of life. At the very top of the park is a huge Monolith made up of human figures and crowned with children. To me it is magical.

The park is just a beautiful place. Flowers everywhere!!! The layout of the park was also designed by the sculptor. So when you see all the figures you may wonder who is behind these amazing figures and this beautifully designed park It is Gustav Vigeland and you will often hear the park called Vigeland Park.

Gustav Vigeland (1869-1943) Gustav persuaded the city of Oslo to build him a combined home and studio. In return, Vigeland would donate all his works to the city sometime in the future.

It took approximately 20 years to complete everything.

***Gustav Vigeland Norway’s greatest sculptor and one of its finest twentieth century artists.***

I hope you enjoyed all the sculptures as much as I did. I think they are so unique and beautiful. If you ever get to Norway please visit this park it is simply amazing!!!!!

Always remember

Love your day your way!!!