Wednesday's In the Garden Hodgepodge

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1. Ever played the game Farkle? Are you a risk taker? In games only or also in life?

Yes, I have played Farkle.  It is fun but noisy when you roll the dice in the container.  I would not consider myself a risk taker in life.  In games, yes.  When I play 500 Rumy I rarely pass up on opportunity to pick up the stack of cards if I can get some points. Sometimes another player goes out and I am stuck with extra points against me in my hand.  

2. What's your favorite thing about your yard or whatever outdoor space you may have?

The woods behind us that give us privacy. There are lots of different birds that come to visit our yard and I love listening to them and watching them.  

3. Tell us about the most interesting building you've seen or been in.

I can't think of an interesting one so I'll go with a favorite because I think it is beautiful to look at.  

The Chrysler Building, NYC.

4. In this current season of social distancing, what's something you've come to realize you take for granted in more ordinary times? Do you think you'll make a conscious effort to appreciate whatever that 'it' is once normal life resumes?

Meeting in person with my church family.  Yes, I think I will make an effort to appreciate it more if and when we can meet normally again.  

5. Share a favorite song with a springtime flower in the lyrics somewhere. 

I come to the garden alone

While the dew is still on the roses

And the voice I hear falling on my ear

The Son of God discloses

6. Insert your own random thought here.

"The greatest danger to American freedom is a government that ignores the Constitution" 

-Thomas Jefferson

I understand certain actions were taken to contain the spread of Covid-19.  It is concerning to me that most churches are still unable to meet, even with CDC guidelines being followed. Yes there are many online and live stream church services and that is great.  I just hope that doesn't become the new normal.  We are in week eight of stay home orders here and it feels really long.  

Wednesday's Blooming May Hodgepodge

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1.  Question day this week lands on Cinco de Mayo. Are/were tacos on your Tuesday night menu? Hard shell, soft shell or just gimme all the tacos? Are you even a fan of Mexican food? Do you like your salsa mild, spicy, or somewhere in between? Margaritas-Frozen, on the rocks, or no thank you? Have you ever been to Mexico?

No tacos this week, but we did have tacos recently.  We like both hard and soft shell although I mostly make crunchy tacos.  Yes, I like Mexican food.  I like my salsa medium.  No thank you to the Margaritas.  I have never been to Mexico.  The closest I've been is Texas.

2. What's something you may do this month?

I may have a BBQ.  I need to deep clean the grill after the winter and probably replace the grates.  Sounds more like a job for the hubby ;)

3. Tell us what's happening in your state or town as far as restaurants/salons/parks/beaches/businesses opening up. How do you feel about it? Are you out and about or hunkered down? Do you wear a mask?

Restaurants here are open for take out, delivery and curb-side pickup.  The salons and barber shops are still closed.  The town parks and beaches are closed but the state parks and beaches are open.  While I went to the post office to mail something yesterday I noticed the Chinese food restaurant and the bakery are opening back up.  I used the outdoor mailbox at the post office.  There was a line outside to get in.  Everyone was wearing masks and standing six feet apart from one another.  I did not wear a mask since I was outdoors and not near anyone and it was only for a few seconds.  I haven't worn a mask yet because I haven't really gone anywhere except outdoors.  My husband does the shopping for me and he wears a mask.

4. Mother nature, everybody and their mother, mom jeans, like mother like daughter, soccer mom, mother hen, mother lode, necessity is the mother of invention, stay-at-home mom...pick one and tell us how it applies to your life right now.

I think everyone and their mother has had enough of this lockdown!

5. April showers bring May flowers...what's blooming in your yard or garden today?

The trees are finally starting to bud.  The tulips and the ground covering flowers are up (I don't know what they are called).

6. Insert your own random thought here. 

Have you seen this daddy and daughter duet of "The Prayer"?  It is beautiful!

Wednesday's Superhero Youthful Hodgepodge

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1. Expect the unexpected on From This Side of the Pond. Here's my x-ray question...when was the last time you felt like Superman? What's your superpower? Explain.  

Probably in the beginning of April when all of this social distancing started.  I had things to drop off at my dad's and then my mom's.  We weren't wearing masks yet but I had lots of hand sanitizer on hand.  Actually I had made some and that was part of the deliveries made that day.  I felt like I was on a mission and it was not a regular visit which felt very odd.  No hugs or kisses hello or goodbye and I made sure not to breathe on anyone just in case.  My superpower is getting things done that need to be done.  When something needs to get done to help someone I usually can rise up with focus and get it done.  When it doesn't involve someone in need not so much.  

2. Are you a fan of the 'superhero' type movies? If so what's your favorite? 

No, I don't like adventure movies.  They make my adrenaline rush too much.  The rest of my family does but I don't join them in watching.  Here is a Superman cake I made several years ago for my son's birthday.  If I had to pick a superhero it would be Superman.

3. Have you postponed or cancelled a trip to the dentist in recent weeks, and if so when do you think you'll feel comfortable going back? How about other routine medical procedures? 

I had an appointment with my MD in April.  Her office called to offer a video appointment or to reschedule.  Since it was just a follow up I rescheduled for July.  I may postpone it further when the time comes.  I figured I would leave her appointments available for those who may need her more.  

4. What's something that makes you feel youthful? Something that makes you feel 'not so youthful'? Tell us why. 

I feel youthful when I am in a pool or the ocean.  Must be because my body feels light ;)  Getting up off the floor makes me feel not so youthful.  I can't believe it takes such effort to get up from a seated position on the floor.  It probably has more to do with being out of shape than age but I am going with it ;) 

5. I feel compelled to include some sort of corona related question in the HP these days. What's the strangest thing you've seen in relation to the virus? Something that really struck you as odd, made you stop and think, 'Dorothy we're not in Kansas anymore?'

Our state park and beaches are still open but are asking everyone to follow social distancing rules.  My husband and I had been going to walk each day and it was very peaceful.  Then one Saturday we went and as we were walking on the wooded trails we heard a loud announcement coming from the boardwalk.  It was a public service announcement reminding everyone that due to Covid-19 we had to follow the social distancing law.  We just looked at each other and shook our heads.  Do they think that anyone doesn't know that?  It is only on the news constantly and posted at the entrance.  People are going there to get a break from the news and our current situation and enjoy nature.  Now they have to blast these announcements?   I thought this state of constant policing people is getting out of hand.  

6. Insert your own random thought here. 

Anyone else feel like Spring is coming very slowly this year?