Wednesday, February 07, 2018

February 7 Hodgepodge


  The first Wednesday of February already!  Time for the Hodgepodge with Joyce and friends at From This Side of the Pond.  Head on over, get the questions, and then answer them on your own blog (or in the comments if you don't have a blog).  Then go over to Joyce's to link up!   Here are this week's questions:

1. February can be a little bit tricky given the weather and the winter and the whatnot. I read a list (here) of things you can do to make your February brighter which included-start planning your next trip, take more baths, make your own chocolate covered strawberries, and exercise in preparation for swimsuit season. Anything on the list you might try? Which suggestion on the list appeals to you most? Tell us something not on the list that helps make your February brighter.

Starting to plan for our next trip sounds good.  Hopefully a two day getaway near the end of March.  We'd love to go back to the York Harbor Inn (photos below) again. We will see.  


 As for something not on the list that makes my February brighter ... well, I've mentioned this before, but just seeing the daylight hours grow longer at the end of the day.  That's very encouraging.

2. Tell us about something you've seen or done recently that you'd say was 'super'?

I am completely drawing a blank on this question.  Maybe the spectacular full moon at the end of January?

3. Best thing you ate in a 'bowl' last week?

Hmmm ...I'd have to say it was a serving of gingerbread pudding cake topped with French vanilla ice cream.  I'm hoping to share the recipe for the pudding cake soon ... it was made in a slow cooker and quite delicious.

4. Something you're 'cheering' for right now?

 Not quite sure how to take this.  "Cheering for" as in happy to see -- a good price on chicken breasts this week coming up, decent prices on avocados. "Cheering for " as in encouraging a team -- maybe the thought that spring will eventually come.  You know, "Come on, Spring!  Let's go, Spring!" It's unrealistic to expect it here and now, but there's nothing wrong with encouraging it on a bit, I guess.


5. The Winter Olympics begin Friday, February 9th in Pyeong Chang, South Korea. On a scale of 1-10 (with 10 being all in and 1 being no interest whatsoever) how interested are you in the games? Which event do you most want to see (you'll find a list here).

I am interested but not obsessed.  I would rate my interest a 6 or 7.  If I have an opportunity to watch any of the events, I would be most interested in figure skating, downhill skiing, and ski jumping.  Quite a few of the athletes have ties to New Hampshire so I will be interested in how they do.

6. Insert your own random thought here.

By the time this is posted, we'll likely be in the middle of a big snowstorm.  The apple tree will  likely look like it does in the photo below.  Happy Wednesday, all!

20 comments:

  1. Your vacation plans look lovely! Hope you're able to enjoy the snow's beauty safe and warm inside! Happy Hodgepodge!

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    1. Yes, the York Harbor Inn (Maine) is indeed beautiful and they offer some wonderful midwinter specials.

      Thankfully, I didn't have to go out at all today. I think we got close to a foot of snow. My hubby is still out plowing and it does look as if the storm is over.

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  2. It is raining here as I type this Mrs T. The temps have been warmer and I am thankful for that. I love to look at snow but six or more months of it would probably get this old Southern gal down in the dumps. Looking forward to your recipe. Sounds yummy.

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    1. It can get me down in the dumps too if I think about it, Arlene. I hope to share the recipe in the next day or two, Lord willing.

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  3. Enjoy your snowstorm! We're getting freezing rain here.

    Blessings~

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    1. I think I prefer snow to ice, but oh, the snowbanks are going to be so high now.

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  4. The Inn looks beautiful!! The snow is headed here, too. Enjoy your week.

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    1. It is, Katie. Really nice. There are actually several different buildings to it.

      I think our storm is finally over and we got about a foot of snow or so. Hope you have a good rest of the week too!

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  5. I think about February is when everyone longs for spring. IT is a gift!
    The full moon was spectacular and longer days are a big plus.

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    1. You are right, Sandy! I think I even noticed it getting light out a bit earlier this morning. All good!

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  6. Oh, my! I'd seen (on the news) that a snow storm was headed your way. Stay warm and safe!
    As for that recent moon, it certainly was super!
    Gingerbread pudding cake sounds divine :)
    Kathy (Reflections by Kathy)

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    1. Lovely to see you here, Kathy! I have just yesterday posted the recipe for the gingerbread pudding cake. Let me know if you try it!

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  7. I think of you and other blogging friends when I watch the national weather. I can’t even imagine week after week of super cold temps let alone all the snow and ice. Thankful God has promised us seasons and assures us they will forever continue until Christ returns. You’re trusting spring will come as you plan for that season in faith amidst freezing weather. I decorate in August and September in faith that the Texas heat will eventually leave and I yearn for cooler weather. The weather cycle continues to circle......

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    1. I love that promise in Genesis 8:22, Linda! Yes, winter can get tiresome and spring is very ugly here with all of the mud from the melting snow. But I am always happy to see summer and fall! And the blessing of seasons ... so thankful for that promise you mentioned.

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  8. 'C'mon, Spring, let's go!' is certainly my cheer of the day - and week - and month! LOL I hope you get your getaway at the end of the month. And I too enjoy seeing the sunsets later. :-)

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    1. We will see about the getaway, Judy! Sure hope it works out. It will likely be in March.

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  9. Oh my, that gingerbread pudding sounds just wonderful although I have never had any. I am envisioning it warm with either whipped cream or vanilla ice cream...YUM! I think I may have just gained those 5 pounds back just thinking about it! LOL!

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    1. Oh, it is so delicious, Debby. I got raves about it at the potluck. I did put the recipe here on the blog, yesterday.

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  10. Gingerbread pudding..yum!! Seems like we all enjoy the figure skating and skiing events in the Olympics. I enjoyed reading your JP today!

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    1. I posted the recipe yesterday, Terri. Hope you enjoy it if you try it.

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