Wednesday, February 25, 2026

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. 






 

12 comments:

Ann said...

My birthday is in March so that makes me smile except I wish I was a bit younger.
Glad you were finally able to get together for Gabby's birthday.
Hope all went well at your doctors appointment and I'm also hoping they can help you with the ankle pain

Joyce said...

On the bright side, a colonoscopy is taking care of yourself and that's a good thing. Hope you get your ankle sorted. Mine is still a lingering problem but no one seems to know why. I'm just carrying on and hoping it works itself out. Glad you had a nice birthday celebration. I love a coconut cream pie!

Carla from The River said...

I also love to hear an owl at night. We have some fun stories hearing them while camping. ;-)
I have not had coconut cream pie in years.
Sending prayers Debby!

Elizabeth "Libby" Day said...

Yuck about the colonoscopy, but I agree with Joyce - at least you are taking care of yourself. At my age, they no longer do them. Hoping you get some answers about your ankle that don't involve anything invasive. I loved the picture of your sweet family. I'm so glad you see them regularly.

Martha Jane Orlando said...

I loved this family photo, Debby. I'll continue to keep you in prayer for all your procedures and for your overall health, my friend. God bless!

photowannabe said...

I sure hope you can get some answers for your ankle and can be pain free. Praying for you.
I have been to all the places you mentioned and would love to go to Maine and to the Deep South.
Nachos are a favorite of mine as is taco soup. Now I am hungry for it.
(((hugs)))
Sue

Chatty Crone said...

Ha just had my colonoscopy - have to have them every three years so I am kind of used to them. You will do well.
Loved your family photo - not too much coconut pie!
I love nachos too.
Don't think I would like to go to New York or DC now.

Susan said...

Hi Debby, I am sorry you are having issues with your lungs. It must be so frustrating. I am glad you finally got to celebrate your daughter in law. I hope your ankle improves soon. I have had 3 colonoscopies and I will keep you in prayer.🙏

Mevely317 said...

Ooooh, nachos. Yes, please! Aside from nachos, I like to put tortilla chips on my salads instead of croutons.
First-responders' sirens always make me a little sad (and prompt me to pray).
Great family photo!

CheerfulMonk said...

I’m so sorry about your lungs and ankle. I hope you can get some relief and will continue praying for you. ❤️

ellen b. said...

Glad you could get together to celebrate after the face for Gabby's birthday. Great photo. Hope you get some good advice on what to do about your ankle pain. Take care.

Jo-Anne's Ramblings said...

I like your answers having ankle problems would not be nice

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