"The end of the summer is not the end of the world. Here's to October..." — A.A. Milne "What could be more exciting than an October day? It's your birthday, Fourth of July and Christmas all rolled into one." — Peggy Toney Horton Today being my birthday, and a Sunday to boot – my favorite day … Continue reading Fifty-fifth Birthday
Author: Scarlettroad
Seeing & Savoring October!
Autumn carries more gold in its pocket than all the other seasons. ~Jim Bishop This picture, a vivid visual of what makes autumn "POP!" was taken at the Farmer’s Market a few years ago. A perfect place to inspect your favorite flavor of apples, scan for those yummy pecans, peruse mounds of beautifully colored Mums … Continue reading Seeing & Savoring October!
Refreshing October!
Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall –F. Scott Fitzgerald Memories of trick or treating bring me back to my small, Louisiana hometown where you knew everyone and everyone knew you. You didn't wonder if it was safe to eat a homemade treat that had been dropped in your bag. … Continue reading Refreshing October!
Best Cheerleader Ever
So, as promised in my Thirty Days Completed blog post . . . it has arrived . . . A small memento to Marilyn Evans for a job well done! Thanks, Marilyn, for the constant encouragement and cheering me on through the "Thirty days - no sugar or dairy." P.S. Let us know when … Continue reading Best Cheerleader Ever
I Was Made For October
I’m so glad I live in a world where there are OCTOBERS—Anne of Green Gables October has always been my favorite month - crisp air, leaves raining from the trees, colorful mums, funny scarecrows and large pumpkins. When I was a kid, I looked forward to "trick or treating" in my small town especially at … Continue reading I Was Made For October
Thirty Days Completed
Many are familiar with the story of Hur and Aaron holding up Moses’ hands, supporting him, while Joshua and his army fought against Amalek (Exodus 17:10-13). Israel prevailed over the army of Amalek because of the assistance of Hur and Aaron. Many of you provided the encouragement I needed for this month of no sugar … Continue reading Thirty Days Completed
Day Thirty (That’s a Wrap)
Day 30, Y'all!!!! Guess what? It's a Wedding! We drove to Knoxville, Tennessee for my hubby's nephew's big day. And this is what happened . . . Thanks so much for following me through this month of no sugar and no dairy! I appreciate each one of you. Remember to check out my blog post … Continue reading Day Thirty (That’s a Wrap)
Day Twenty-nine (Politics)
Day 29 No sugar or dairy Can you hear me squealing? Day 29, people! This has been an eye-opening experience and I’m so very thankful for the benefits. Tomorrow will be a surprise blog post, and then October 1st, I hope to share the invaluable lesson from this month without dairy and sugar. So, don’t … Continue reading Day Twenty-nine (Politics)
Day Twenty-Eight (Soulful Music)
Day 28 No sugar or dairy I’m mulling over “the next project” as possibly staying off fried foods and breads – in restaurants. But not today, and certainly not next month (I’m looking forward to my Louisiana foods next month)! And today, the grandson and I went to Chick-fil-A, except I didn’t feel like sipping … Continue reading Day Twenty-Eight (Soulful Music)
Day Twenty-seven (A reconstruction of Sorts)
Day 27 No sugar or dairy Some books you just can’t throw out even when they have endured flooding, sailed on the floorboard of the car, and its cover has worn completely off. I was gifted with Max Lucado’s Grace for The Moment fifteen years ago. It has undeniably stood the test of time and … Continue reading Day Twenty-seven (A reconstruction of Sorts)
