Top of the Morning June 19

TOP OF THE MORNING | JUNE 19

Hello wondrous readers! How was your weekend?  All good here, for sure.  More tasks accomplished - meaning - things that are on my To Do List - but not necessarily things I roll out of bed for and jump for joy doing.
Mediterranean-Style Fish Soup

FATHER’S DAY SPECIAL EPISODE | JUNE 18

Greetings All - I received this special edition of Dear Annie from Creators syndicate and thought it too cool not to share with you today on actual Father's Day.  It was originally published in 2022.
Wednesday Reader March 20

FIVE for FRIDAY | JUNE 16

Greetings Friends and happy Friday before Father's day Sunday. Happy Father's Day to all the special men in our lives - here or gone before us. My quick Question ANSWERS: As kids, my sisters and I would often exclaim, "That's not fair."  My dad always replied, "Life isn't fair." And sometimes I would just be exasperated about something difficult.  My dad would say, "If it was easy -- everyone would be doing it." My Grandpa - in his later years with Parkinson's disease - I'll never forget - said, "If at the end of your life you can count on one hand friends who you could call in the middle of the night and say, 'I need you.'  And that friend says, 'Where are you?  I'm on my way.'" As opposed to friend saying, "What's going on?" You've lived a full life, Cheryl." Isn't that beautiful and spot on? Dixie says that her father, Jack, was a silent type.  His eyes conveyed words.  She could always tell by his eyes if he was disappointed or happy.  'nough said ... What are your memory/answers? Dragon Slayer sandwich is so so so good! Couldn't help putting in the humor of Why It's Great To Be a Guy.  Funny truth. 5 songs selected for today - are close to my heart.  Hope you've got a few to give it a listen. Thanks. For. Being. Here. Today. And giving us a read and your thoughts and a listen.  Blessings all!
The Amanita Mushrooms Parade

WEDNESDAY READER | JUNE 14

Top of the Morning June 12

TOP OF THE MORNING | JUNE 12

Greetings happy Readers - How was your week?  'Twas quite warm here.  And wet.  Rain showers on a daily basis in late afternoon. I got numerous tasks accomplished over the weekend which always feels good. One biggie was pulling out and removing a very large root ball of what was once a gorgeous bamboo plant that grew (very isolated) in a galvenized container on my back deck. I think the freeze was just too much for it - RIP. So now that the root ball is gone - I can home something else large and fun in the cool horse trough planter. ** Interesting - none of the nurseries around here carry bamboo any more.  I totally get why.  But I'd sure like to plant another bamboo in the container.  It was cool and tall and floaty. ** Presenting the 12 fun + funny + great recipe finds + fascinating picks for today. The Boston Typewriter Orchestra performance is just SO. MUCH. FUN. Candid Camera's, "You've been Downgraded" is hilarious.
Sea Horses Antique Illustration

5 for FRIDAY | JUNE 9

Greetings All! And hello, Friday! And hello cool ideas for planters around our living spaces! PICTURE LINE UP: #1 Look at this narrow tall planter box that has fig trees in it!  YES! #2 Parsley in a planter.  Very cool.  Could also be basil or rosemary.  Or a combo of several! #3 Oh ... pretty zinnias all planted in a planter box on a table.  High five! #4 My personal favorite - donkey pulling a little cart ... A super cool concrete thing (meaning super heavy) that I found at garden store going out of business a few years ago.  I got this beauty for $15.  Believe it or not.  Truth. Be on the look out for something cool and extraordinary around your neck of the woods.  They're out there!  Just gotta be on the look out! My answer for nicknames of people I have in my life: my sister, Jennie, is Jen, My sister, Lisa, is Lea, my son, Hunter, is Hunter Bear, My mom is, Mama, my friend, Dixie, is Dix.  And my family and super close friends call me - Cher. What are nicknames for people close to you? 5 songs on the playlist are so pretty.  Hope you have a few to give them a listen. As always - we so appreciate your time and giving us a piece of your day on this Friday.  Grateful. Have a great weekend!
Wednesday Reader June 7 | Mettower

WEDNESDAY READER | JUNE 7

Greetings friends!  And Wednesday ... Presenting Wednesday Reader. I love the weirdness of our English language.  Ha!  Makes me think about it every time I use a word or phrase that really makes little sense.  Oxymoron sort of stuff. Nonetheless - we all get it. Leslie Elman's Pop Quiz and Fascinating Facts ... are the bomb-a-reno. My answer to Quick Question - "What Values are Most Important" ... The teachings of those who have gone before me (my grandparents, my dad, great aunts and uncles) - all so valuable as I remain here on planet earth and remembering what they taught me by their "walk in life." I'll add - close friends - LAUGHTER with those who share a kindred spirit sort of thing ...  All of us still on planet Earth who continue to Walk our walk and enjoy time with one another!  Never know what we'll pick up along our journey - that is VALUABLE. How about you? As Always, we thank you for sliding by and giving us a piece of your day.  Gratitude. Have a great day. We'll see ya Friday!
Top of the Morning June 5

TOP OF THE MORNING | JUNE 5

Hello!  And Howdy Monday! How was your weekend? The weather here has been a little crazy - wicked winds and rain. Sounds and feels like "it" has finally moved on. Found these 12 pieces of wonder + fun + food for thought today. Quick question - do you call those little night flying bugs that flitter around at this time of year -- "lightning bugs" -- or "fireflies"?  No wrong answer.  Growing up, we always called them lightning bugs. Dear Annie's column is a good read ...  always. Candid Camera "Recycled Popcorn" is hilarious! We're so grateful to you for giving us a read and a piece of your day. Click + Read + Enjoy! Our beautiful 50 states ranked by beauty - there is no blue ribbon prize winner here ... all are winners-winners-winners.  Just amazing.  Frankly, I knew not what many were known for.  Check them out ... HERE!
Springtime Decorating Ideas

WEDNESDAY READER | MAY 31

"Salute" May  - and 3 kisses.  Great month. June's tomorrow -  Hi JUNE! My answer to "What's the most majestic animal" is ... Lion.  You? Jerry Clower's Little Red Story is so full of heart.  I love it.  I can't stop remembering the power of it. Leslie Elman's Trivia in Pop Quiz and Fascinating Stuff is fascinating and is great material for being the most interesting person always.  Just so cool. Rockin' Sausage-Pepper-Onion Subs ... TDF!! As always --- so super grateful that you spent a piece of your day with us.  Thank you.
Top of the Morning Memorial Day May 29

TOP OF THE MORNING | MEMORIAL DAY | MAY 29

Greetings All - Memorial Day. I have a heart of gratitude for those who gave the ultimate sacrifice so we can thrive and live in the Land of the Free - Because of the Brave.  As I'm pretty sure we all have. Presenting today's 12 handpicked clicks of laughter + fascinating + heart + keepers. Enjoy! Brush up on your Memorial Day knowledge with these interesting facts.  Video is really good and well done. HILARIOUS "must read" notes people left for other people.  All super funny - however - #2 had me rolling!! Phones of yesteryear that are so strange we kinda miss them 16 state nicknames explained ... now ya know!  And so do I! the subtle power of kindness - small acts that make a big difference in others' lives - hello, Daymakers Vocal coach says one phrase in 20 accents - this is impressive
5 For Friday May 26 | Jen Pic

5 for FRIDAY | MAY 26

Hey - Hey!  And Hey Friday! Shout out to my sister Jennie; today's her birthday. The black and white featured image is her at the age of 3 - wearing our Grandpa's boots, her *broken in* hat, and hauling around a bridle. Living the Montana kid dream sans videos, video games, tablets and more channels on television than "you could shake a stick at".  haha Happy Birthday, Jen!  xo I was a Daymaker to a tiny little frog in the pool yesterday. I didn't get a pic because I had to get it out as quickly as possible. It was paddling, paddling, paddling to stay afloat.  No doubt, worn out! I'm not sure -- but when I got it out of the pool and put it in the garden -- it was "taking a moment" and a sigh of relief that it had been rescued from drowning -- I feel like it kinda looked at me and said, "Thank you" before it hopped away into cover of plants the garden offers. PICTURE LINE UP: #1 BEAUTIFUL ROSE "TREE" - there's something cool happening in the rose tree.  Can ya spot it? #2
Wednesday Reader May 24 | Ship Castle Godwin

WEDNESDAY READER | MAY 24

Greetings happy readers! And hello - midweek! Presenting today's Wednesday Reader - Once again, Leslie Elman gives us material to be the most interesting person in the room with the Pop Quiz and Fascinating Stuff. FAB FOUR - side hustles- of Ranch Dressings is thumbs up!  Finger licking good! I don't know what my outside voice answer is for the Quick Question - "What's your ... and then it got worse ..."  You? I can totally relate to Tracy Beckerman's column about ATM issues.  Not so much hers ... but can relate.  A great piece. Wise Guy - cracks me up!  I like his style! As always -- we are so grateful for you sliding by and giving us part of your day. Thank you!  Wishing you a Wednesday full of joy. We'll see ya Friday.