WEDNESDAY HODGEPODGE #642

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1. America celebrates turning 250 years old this year. Primary cities set to lead the celebrations on July 4th are Boston, Philadelphia, New York, and Washington D.C. Other significant locations for celebrating will be Charleston SC and the 'historic triangle' which includes Jamestown-Willimasburg-Yorktown Virginia. 

Of the cities listed how many have you seen in person? Of the cities listed which would you most like to visit this year? Any plans to do so? What's one place in America you think everyone should see? If you're not American what's one place in the US you'd like to see? 

I have only seen New York in person. I really loved seeing New York but I think Washington D.C. would be nice to visit. 

2. Three sounds you love to hear? 

The voices of my family members, I like hearing an owl in the middle of the night and a crackling fireplace. Also Mark suggested hearing the car start on a cold morning.

3. Three sounds you hate to hear? 

Ambulance, Police car and Crying. I would say HELP also. 

4. February 24th is/was National Tortilla Chip Day. Are you a fan? With salsa, guacamole, queso, or just plain please? Do you like nachos? With what on top? Is there anything (besides nachos) you make that calls for tortilla chips? 

Sure, I like tortilla chips. Definitely like Queso and Guacamole. Yes I like nachos. Mainly cheese and salsa. I can't think of anything else that I make that I use tortilla chips for. 

5. We March into March with next week's Hodgepodge...what's one thing on your March calendar that makes you smile? 

Nothing on my list yet that will make me smile. I have a colonoscopy in March and who would smile about that?

6. Insert your own random thought here. 

We finally celebrated Gabby's 42nd Birthday on Friday night which was a nice celebration and a delicious meal. We also picked up a coconut cream pie but we were all too full to eat it when we got back to their house so we took some home.

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I have been having a lot of issues with my lungs lately. I saw my doctor on Monday but wrote this post on Sunday before that appointment. 

I also saw my podiatrist on Tuesday this week. I'm having way too much pain now in my ankle and have to see what we do next. Ankle surgery vs  ankle debridement. I will keep you posted. 

 

WEDNESDAY HODGEPODGE #641

Thank you Joyce.

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1. The Hodgepodge lands on Ash Wednesday, which is the first day of Lent. Do you mark this season in some way? Will you be giving something up or adding something to your life in this Lenten season? 

No I don't and I won't be giving up or adding something to my life. I wasn't raised with Lent. I do however talk to God everyday. 

2. Pancakes...are you a fan? Syrup or no syrup? Plain, blueberries, chocolate chips, bananas, or some other add in? Are pancakes on your menu this week? 

Yes, but we seldom make them. Yes I like syrup. They would be plain and no they are not on the menu this week. 

3. Tell us about a time recently when you felt 'spread too thin'. 

Actually that is going on right now. I have about 5 doctor's appointments to schedule and just don't feel like making the calls. 

4. What's your favorite jewel or gemstone? In terms of your wardrobe would we find more gem tones, pastels, black and white, or primary colors? 

I like sterling silver jewelry. Back in the day my wedding ring was in gold. Diamonds are wonderful but I've liked opals too. 

5. What responsibility do you think is hardest about being in charge? 

Probably giving people my advice/opinion on what they are doing. 

6. Insert your own random thought here. 

I was disappointed recently but I totally understand it had to happen. Adam and Gabby had to change the plans we had for dinner on Sunday to celebrate Gabby's birthday which was on Valentine's Day. She had a facial that she had a reaction to and had to take antihistamines. She didn't want to go out in public and James ended up going to his cousin's house. (Update, we are going out on Friday to celebrate Gabby's birthday.)

However, we did get a cute picture from Adam. Mark got him started on a lottery scratcher. So when they go to get the money, if he wins, he wants more. So apparently Adam let him buy more. As it turns out he won $115 on a $5 scratcher.