Hodgepodge at the start of spring

 

Here I am doing another hodgepodge which is brought to you by Joyce over at http://www.fromthissideofthepond.com/

Here are this week’s questions.

What's your favorite fall scent? Would we find this in or around your home right now? 

Nothing as it is spring here

October is Country Music Month...are you a fan of country music? Do you have a favorite country artist? Ever been to Nashville? In terms of lifestyle are you more country mouse or city mouse? 

Love country music but can’t think of a favourite artist

How about 'country cooking'? (loosely defined as rich flavours, familiar foods, large portions, often fried, and often associated with the southern region of the US of A)? 

chicken and dumplings-fried chicken-shrimp and grits-biscuits and gravy-mac and cheese-fried green tomatoes-cornbread-collard or turnip greens-deviled eggs-'barbecue'-gumbo-banana pudding 

Which of the foods listed is your favorite? Any on the list you haven't tried or would say a firm no thank you to if offered?

I don’t know anything about country cooking

What's something that always has a positive impact on your mood? 

Seeing my grandchildren and spending time with family

As we say so long to September share a noun, a verb, and an adjective that tells us something about how that month looked for you. 

Fast, one moment it was starting the next it’s over

Insert your own random thought here. 

Remember life doesn't always go the way we plan, but that doesn't mean there aren't opportunities waiting for you. Sometimes, a detour is just a sign that something better is waiting for you in an unexpected place.

Unless that detour leads you straight down a dead end road into the ocean.

 

  

Tuesday's Four

 

Welcome back to Toni Taddeo's Tuesday 4, who can be found here: https://lemonscottage.blogspot.com/

This week we are thinking about the subject of Hollywood, it's 'stars', its products and it's effect on the world?

Which of the big movie stars of the past were your favourites? 

Jimmy Stewart, first name that popped into my head

What movie is the funniest you've seen?

Mr Hobbs takes a vacation

How about the most romantic?

Can’t think of one

Do you watch the Oscars or the Emmy Awards shows? 

No

Some movies, plays had a big impact on people.  Orson Welles radio performance of War of the Worlds was broadcast on Halloween 1938 and people, causing panic and widespread hysteria especially in the Grover's Mill area of New Jersey where the "invasion" took place.

Is there a movie that you were greatly influenced or affected by hopefully in a good way?

Not that I can think of

 

Stole on Sunday posted on Tuesday

 

Here are some questions I found over here.

https://sundaystealing.blogspot.com

Welcome to Sunday Stealing, 

Here we will steal all types of questions from every corner of the blogosphere. This is what I have for this week.

You can build a dream house anywhere in the world. Where would it be located?

On a small, isolated island, with only close family nearby

Have you ever taken a photo in a photo booth?

Nope can’t remember doing that.

What's your favorite kind of mustard (dijon, spicy brown, bright yellow)?

The only mustard I like is honey mustard

What did you do on New Year's Eve?

I stayed home and went to bed early

Did your parents ever share memories of their high school days?

I know nothing about dad’s days at high school, I know mum went to Belmont High and she hated it, she said there were too many students, and she felt out of place.

What's the most famous thing to happen in your home town?

In the town of Gateshead, nothing

Did you ever have a MySpace page?

Yes, I did

Will you eat a cookie today?

Nope, no cookies today.

Who is the last person you spoke to – not texted with – on the phone?

My middle daughter an hour ago

Do you play poker?

Nope

 

Tuesday's 4

 

Welcome back to Toni Taddeo's Tuesday 4, who can be found here: https://lemonscottage.blogspot.com/

Monday, 22 September is the Autumnal Equinox, the first day of the Autumn season but not in Australia.

Autumn is the name of the season and fall is the term for the time of Autumn when leaves begin to fall from the trees. Not in Australia.

Are there pumpkins or chrysanthemums on your porch or are you planning on putting some out? 

Nope 

Are stores around you showing Autumn clothing and decor now? 

Our stores have spring clothing out as our days are warming up

Do you have plans for Thanksgiving yet?   

Nope       

If we can arrange an autumn trip or get away for you, where will you choose to go and why?

I would enjoy and trip away that was arrang4d for me

 

Stealing on Sunday posting on Tueesday

 

Here are some questions I found over here.

https://sundaystealing.blogspot.com

Welcome to Sunday Stealing, 

Here we will steal all types of questions from every corner of the blogosphere.

The phone rings. Who do you want it to be? 

I don’t like phone calls, so really no one

When shopping at the grocery store, do you return your cart? 

Generally speaking yes, I do return the trolley to where it needs to go, but not always, if its raining I may not.

In a social setting, are you more of a talker or a listener? 

I would have to say I am more a listener

Do you take compliments well? 

It has taken me a long time to learn how to accept a compliment.

Do you play Sudoku or Wordle? 

Nope

Did you ever go to camp as a kid? Girl Scout camp yes.

Not a thing here is Australia

Could you date someone with different religious beliefs than you? 

If they didn’t force their believe on my but I’m not sure

Would you rather pursue or be pursued? 

Neither would appeal to me

Have you ever fired a gun? 

Nope  

Would you rather dine at Olive Garden or Panera?  I don't eat at places like that, so neither.

Don’t have these places here

41 Years ago today

 

This photo was taken 41yrs ago, it doesn’t seem that long ago and can honestly say that I am still in love with Tim.

I found this poem online that explains my feels for Tim

I don't think you will
ever fully understand
how you've touched my life
and made me who I am.

I don't think you could ever know
just how truly special you are,
that even on the darkest nights
you are my brightest star.

I don't think you will ever fully comprehend
how you've made my dreams come true
or how you've opened my heart
to love and the wonders it can do.

You've allowed me to experience
something very hard to find:
unconditional love that exists
in my body, soul, and mind.

I don't think you could ever feel
all the love I have to give,
and I'm sure you'll never realize
you've been my will to live.

You are an amazing person,
and without you I don't know where I'd be.
Having you in my life
completes and fulfills every part of me.

I stole this but not on Sunday as today is Tuesday

 

Here are some questions I found over here.

https://sundaystealing.blogspot.com/2025/09/sunday-stealing-revisits-oldie-but.html

Welcome to Sunday Stealing, 

Here we will steal all types of questions from every corner of the blogosphere. Our promise to you is that we will work hard to find the most interesting and intelligent questions.

Name five songs that you have completely memorized.

I can’t think of even one but there are many that as soon as the song starts the words come to me

What takes up too much of your time?

Blogging

What TV show or movie do you refuse to watch?
I don’t like reality shows generally speaking, I do like Outback Truckers and Highway patrol.

What's worth spending more on to get the best?

Holiday accomadation

Share something you did last week.

Last week all I did was the run of the mill housework