$50 Your Way Giveaway July 2026
I am here with another $50 Your Way Giveaway. Can you believe it’s already July?! You know what I can’t believe?? Is that it’s 58 DEGREES outside. JULY! Did you see my post about the wearable blanket, I’m wearing it because I’m freezing. It’s supposed to continue to be this cold all week?! WHAT THE BLOODY………… nevermind……. be calm………. breathe in….. breathe out……….
We are most certainly glad June is over. DH had to make a trip to the ER. My poor husband just can NOT catch a break. He is feeling better (sorta). So, let’s just add another specialist appointment each month. I gotta say I’m getting to be a most excellent nurse. No longer do I just play one on GOOGLE….. I get to practice on a HUMAN! Bahhhhhhh haaaaaaaaaaa (If you don’t know that is my most EVIL laugh)
Sir Walter
Is now 5 months old and (you may want to sit down here) weighs in at 80 POUNDS. Here he is SITTING behind the kitchen counter. AT FIVE months!!
Vet says he won’t stop growing until a year/year and a half. Good thing that he is a gentle giant and minds really, REALLY well.
Now for the real reason you are here.
Yes, I do copy and paste from here on in. What can I say, Iโm basically lazy.
Giveaway Time
The Rules: A little of the blah blah blah stuff: This giveaway is open worldwide for PayPal, Venmo, and Amazon. Iโm willing to try any GC that you think would work worldwide. This giveaway is $50 US currency.
This giveaway is hosted by yours truly. No co-hosts. No mystery elves. Just me.
Furthermore, I will NEVER ask for anything weird. No fees, no passwords, no interpretive dance. I only need to know where to send your prize. Thatโs it.If you win, the email will come from Connie @ peanutbutterandwhine com. Iโve learned the hard way that subject lines like โCongratulations!โ vanish straight into spam jail, so expect something more like:
โHEY, itโs Connieโ or โGuess WHAT?โ
Totally legit. Mildly dramatic.
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205 Comments
Shelly Peterson
This morning I went and got coffee with my daughter. Later in the day I went to the movies with my son and grandson.
Rose
Spent too much time on Wayback Machine looking for old minutes and contracts. It was a rainy day, which I adore, and didn’t mind being quiet and doing things like paying bills.
l p
the day is going well. it’s been busy – volunteering this morning, lunch with friends, a quick trip to the store for a few groceries. mercifully, the washer/dryer behaved very well yesterday so I can do more loads today. enjoy your day. thanks
Terri Quick
I went out & had a bit of retail therapy today
heather
Just got in the door from a quick trip to the store. We are getting a tiny bit of rain today it sure smells heavenly I pray it helps with the fires here.
Regina
My day: running the dishwasher, doing laundry, and making dinner. And lots of prayer in between..
Shelly Peterson
I picked up a grocery order and then had the grandkids for the day.
l p
the day is going well. did some volunteering today, then off to the pharmacy to pick up medications for a neighbour. looking forward to a quiet evening. enjoy your day. thanks
Terri Quick
I’m trying to take a mental health day today
leia
Went shopping and ate some food. Heatwave is a killer!
heather
Just got in the door from doing some running around. It’s almost time to crack up the air conditioner I try to wait until the afternoon to turn it on. The other day my cat was up licking the air conditioner willing it to turn on – I took that as a big hint it was time to fire it up!
KATE SARSFIELD
Had a nice day today. Just tidying up, doing bits & bobs, all ready for the week ahead now.
l p
the day is going well. such a lovely day today. I’m getting things ready for a pot luck picnic with neighbours later today. should be lots of fun. enjoy your day.
thanks
Michele Soyer
Sitting here with no motivation to move at all.. the thought of getting dressed up and calling an uber is out of the question lol mass on utube then an easy Sunday lunch is my goal for today.. Pleasant Sunday all…
Regina
I’ve been dealing with a health issue and due to pain, I didn’t do much except make dinner and watch tv.
Shelly Peterson
I didnt do much today. I was supposed to have my grandkids for the weekend. But there was a change in plans.
Terri Quick
I cut & colored my hair at home today. It badly needed both
heather
Well, the fire in our area is up to 14,000 acres today and the smoke is just terrible. I went to the grocery store and my eyes are stinging. Everyone is staying home the toads are quiet and so are the stores it’s very eerie here, Another summer ruined by A-Holes!
KATE SARSFIELD
Woo Hoo! That’s the first coat of plaster done. It’s by no means perfect but ’twill do. What is it with me that I put things off & off and always have done? Fear of failure, I suppose. Well, whatever, it’s done now so there’s no going back. Then comes part 2 of Psychology for Beginners: starting things and taking forever to finish them.
Tamra Phelps
Oh, I’m pretty good at putting things off too, lol!! I’m a pro!
KATE SARSFIELD
Why do we do it? That wall has been looking at me since I moved in!
Michele Soyer
Had a storm last night and it really cooled the place down – lovely out there this morning…After breakfast will take a turn around the neighborhood..Planning to paint this morning then a few chapters of art history .. Wishing all here a lovely weekend…
Tamra Phelps
storms here, too, but not much cooler, unfortunately. Ugh. It’s hot out there.
Alexandria Tippets
My day is going great! I returned some library books on time. I even used my bike to get there!
l p
the day is ending well. up and out early to get some flowers for a friend’s birthday. spend the rest of the day fighting the computer. I think we’re back friends again (fingers crossed). it doesn’t help when I don’t really know what I’m doing. tomorrow has to be a better day. I hope clear air arrives for all of you suffering from the wild fires wherever they may be. enjoy. thanks
Alexandria Tippets
My day is going great! I returned some library books on time. I even used my bike to get there!
Tamra Phelps
Rain and some storms today, but then sunshine too, so the weather is as crazy as everything else these days.
Terri Quick
There isn’t much smoke up here from the Canadian wildfires this time
KATE SARSFIELD
Finally got to sleep at 7am. Just too hot with 3 cats on board! Slept till 11 – fed the cats & me – fell back to sleep & woke at 6.30pm. That’s it – the whole day’s gone.
heather
We are all choking on smoke here because two sixteen year olds started an out of control forest fire it’s up to 13,000 acres so far with no end in sight! The fire is a ways away from our house but my heart is breaking for all the people being evacuated right now and all the poor animals. Lord beam me up!
KATE SARSFIELD
Oh my God! What total idiots. What the hell did they think would happen – Jeez, spare me from brain-dead morons. Stay safe xx
Michele Soyer
Received my grocery order early and all is put away… Changed all the linens and did a load of laundry…a quick vacuum and I am done for the morning…Defrosted crab meat so crab cakes are on the lunch menu with a white merlot.. who could ask for a better day today? Time to crank up the music and dance….Good Friday to all….
Shelly Peterson
I was lazy today. I did nothing. I’m not like the temp here lately.
Kaleigh Andrews
My day was pretty busy today, but I am grateful for the work I had to do because it was slow for awhile! It’s picking back up thankfully.
l p
the day is going well. busy morning getting groceries for home-bound neighbours, sorting out some bills, cleaning up after visitors. the evening should be quieter. enjoy. thanks
Terri Quick
I have to get a mole on my neck checked out. It has started to bother me recently
KATE SARSFIELD
Absolutely nothing to show for today other than bits & bobs. Loki was missing overnight so I got little sleep. Turns out he was shut into a barn down the road along with the cattle we moved yesterday! At least he had plenty of water.
heather
Does this happen to anyone else out there – Amazon shipped part of my order to the house, then part of my order to the Post Office and I just learned that the rest of my order was returned to them and they have issued me a refund? This was one order and they managed to turn it into a total cluster *&%$!!!!!
Michele Soyer
The smoke from the wild fires in Northern Minnesota are moving down and outside here the air quality is compromised…staying in for that reason..I still have volunteer paperwork to do and all my lessons to catch up on…Plan on a quiet afternoon…..
Rose
Wow, the smoke from Canada is still causing the heat wave’s sun rays to be diffused again. I was never so happy for smoke-filled air. Hoping to make a bluberry buckle or cobbler or something with a lot of blueberries!
Shelly Peterson
I’m super tired today and it’s too hot out. ๐
Terri Quick
My EBT case worker just told me today that people are stealing other people’s card numbers & using it. This world is going mad!
l p
the day is going well. the new washer/dryer arrived so now I’m putting all the stuff I moved from the storage room, back into place. doing some decluttering while I’m at it. enjoy our day. thanks
heather
I just got in the door from doing a three hour tour to town and back. I am not feeling well at all today I think the heat is getting to me.
KATE SARSFIELD
Took things very easy today other than helping to herd cattle from the field opposite me to further down the road!
Nicole Carter
Good Morning,
So far my day is going good. It’s going to be hot but I guess I’ll survive lol. How is your day going?
Tamra Phelps
Kate, I sympathize over your arm. It seems like we have officially arrived at the point in life where you can litterally ‘sleep wrong’ or just move and injure yourself!!
KATE SARSFIELD
Honestly, undoing my bra! Who’d have thought!
Michele Soyer
Had a lovely time out last evening so in for the rest of the week… Volunteer supervisor sent me appt and scheduling for many so that will keep me busy today into tomorrow….later my book,music and a cold lunch…
Shelly Peterson
Woke up early and got some cleaning done. Then I spent the day with my daughter and grandids.
Tamra Phelps
Ugh. I’ve been stressing about issues with scheduling doctor’s appointments and I am just fed up. It’s like no one has a brain some days.
Michele Soyer
Tamra many do not!
KATE SARSFIELD
We all get those days & the heat doesn’t help. Somedays you just feel helpless to do anything. It’s so bloody frustrating.
Terri Quick
Ugh I can’t even go outside in this heat,makes me feel like a vampire ๐ฆ lol
heather
This cracked me up! I feel the same way here!
LAMusing
Not a good day – a cap broke off – I’m having huge dental problems and dental treatment is sooo expensive. Sigh
Rose
Oh oh, the heat wave is here – easing into it. There is a gorgeous pool next door and a huge fence. Never bump into anyone to become friends and get invited. I’m tempted to sneak in! Howver in this town you would get arrested, so no….
Rajee Pandi
I really love to read your gardening article
KATE SARSFIELD
OUCH! I was taking my bra off last night & something went ‘creak’ in my right elbow. Between my hand & my elbow, my right arm is pretty much useless today ๐
l p
the day is going well. walked out of my place this morning and was attacked by a swarm of hungry mosquitoes. mercifully, I didn’t have far to go and got only a few bites. enjoy your day. thanks
heather
I so need a beach vacation! I need to get away from it all for a while and get recentered! It’s been a week and it’s only Tuesday!!!!
Michele Soyer
Going to be 100 degrees today so out early to water my flowers and took a turn around the neighborhood…Lawn man came so even though i swept the patios yesterday they are dusty again so that will be my chore for today….possible out for a drink with my friend this evening….volunteer work slow – many younger volunteers available for the summer….
Terri Quick
I’m already looking for fall lol
KATE SARSFIELD
10 days without rain! The Government will probably announce a drought if this continues! Ireland is just not used to nice weather. Today I saved a robin and 3 butterflies from the feline jaws of death.
heather
For some reason I keep thinking that today is Sunday but it’s Monday. Got up super early this morning and made a huge italian pasta salad.
Rose
Nice day today, but can feel the new hot wave creeping in. Go day to get a few things done, then a condo meetng tonight, Zoom only.
l p
the day is going well. baking bread/rolls today to keep me somewhat sane. I’m waiting for the delivery of the new washer/dryer. lots of cleaning and clearing over the week-end but I think I’m finally ready (fingers crossed). enjoy your day. thanks.
Michele Soyer
Hot morning so once again inside…Leaving for our holiday in a month so trying to figure out if I need to buy anything else….a quick vacuum and sweep of the patios then my book!
Shelly Peterson
Today I went for lunch with my sister. then the grankids came over.
Terri Quick
My ceiling fan broke so I had to put my floor fan on my nightstand to get some cool air over my bed.
l p
the day is going well. went out for a walk before volunteering this morning. I’m grateful that I don’t have an electric alarm clock. the power went out at 2 am and stayed off until 6:30 due to “trees interfering with the lines”. lots to do with what’s left in the day so had better hop to it. enjoy your day. thanks
KATE SARSFIELD
Gardening, gardening & yet more gardening! We get so little decent weather it’d be a sin to stay inside doing housework. Rang my sister to sing Happy Birthday. She’s back in Green Valley, Tucson helping her friend whose eye surgery didn’t go well. He’s only 62 & his eyesight is deteriorating. He’s also got prostrate cancer to deal with.
heather
It has been a rocky morning here so far. Our power went out for zero reason and finally just came back on. I am almost done resetting all the clocks. Our power goes out all of the time for zero reason. There is no wind there is no storm oh and we paid our bill and it was a lot $$$ so keep it on! I am going to still have a nice day now that we get to turn the air conditioner on in this heat.
Michele Soyer
Happy Sunday all! Had a really good time last night, enjoyed the band and my neighbors singing…Stayed out a bit late but why not??
Going to be in the high 90’s today so no outside walking…will watch mass on utube and thats about it…an easy Sunday lunch is my only cooking today…
Shelly Peterson
Today has been a lazy day. Not much going on.
Tamra Phelps
It’s been a long, rainy day here. We have officially hit that point where I start to wish for Fall weather, lol. If we could have Fall weather every day I would be a happy camper, honestly. Those nice Fall breezes, not really cold yet but a little crispness in the air…
Terri Quick
Today was 7-11 free Slurpee day do I had to go & get one lol
l p
the day is going well. was at a memorial service today. it was lovely. there was so much information given in the eulogy – I only knew them for a snapshot of their life. I wish we could have memorial services before the person died. you learn so much about them and I would love to chat with them about their life. enjoy your day/weekend. thanks
heather
Just got in the door from running a bunch of errands and I am spent! I am so taking it easy for the rest of the day. Planning a nice easy dinner and watching a movie tonight.
Michele Soyer
Been sitting around since I woke up! I did put a few loads in the washer… Since we are going out this evening to a club to hear our neighbor sing I am just to continue to sit and read….Kate got my heels ready for tonight – not red- white to match the season..LOL
KATE SARSFIELD
It’s 8.45am and not a single wink of sleep to be had ๐ Too hot & restless even though I was tired after a busy day in the garden. Going to get up & get washed, head into town for groceries and new rollers for painting, potting compost and maybe a pair of working/hiking type leather boots in a sale if I can find a pair to fit over my flipping bunion. Too much dancing in stillettos, Michele! I fancy a long tall glass of something alcoholic later so maybe buy a bottle of Pimms or Southern Comfort as a treat (after I have a long nap first of course!).
Shelly Peterson
Happy Friday. I came home from dialysis and watched The Five Star weekend. I liked it.
Terri Quick
I just watched the new Evil Dead movie, best horror of the year so far.
heather
Just made a quick trip to the store before it gets too hot out here. Happy Friday to everyone hope you have a great one.
Rose
Wow Friday already. Glad I got up pretty early, before 5. As long as there is coffee, I’m up for it. Just washed 5 lbs of Russet potatoes, and looking at recipes for ideas. Nothing too fussy.
Michele Soyer
Took a 4 mile walk today with packages so I am ready to sit and relax…Walked to our local Mn grocery. the to Home Goods and the Dollar Tree…Must admit I was loaded with packages but that is what shoulders are for!! Had a great time .. now to sit and enjoy the afternoon with a single malt Kate….hope everyone njoys their afternoon…
l p
the day is going well. not much sleep last night – a car alarm went off about 2 AM and the owner didn’t respond until 7:30. I’m sure the battery is completely drained. today I’m working on finding the top of my desk and later, I shall call some friends who have birthdays today. enjoy your day and week-end. thanks
KATE SARSFIELD
I should get moving but I’m tired. It’s gone 3pm & I’ve done nothing but feed the cats. Really need to wash the outside windows, finish plastering & garden … just 5 more minutes!
Shelly Peterson
Didnt do much today. I picked up coffee and a food order. I miss the grandkids coming over every week.
Terri Quick
I’m just trying to stay cool
l p
the day is going well. out early for grocery shopping; also took my neighbour’s list. still working on prepping the space for the new laundry appliances. I’ve a little grace on that part – they changed delivery to Monday so I have the weekend as well. enjoy your day. thanks
heather
It’s been a long day spent most of it at the doctor in the waiting room and lots of drivings. I am resting the rest of the day.
Debbi Wellenstein
The day is going great for this retired old lady.
KATE SARSFIELD
I should have finished the plastering but it was such a nice day I spent it weeding & tidying up the garden.
Michele Soyer
Beautiful sunny morning I should take a long walk but something tells me to stay put – I always listen to that little voice…advice from mom..LOL so after a session of ironing that has piled up and a quick vacuum have to catch up on my art history lessons – tomorrow I really need to get out!!
Cynthia C
Just getting started today. Hope it’s productive with lots getting done!
Rose
My first few times using FB Marketplace is making a big difference. Zilch on the local FB group for buying / selling, and people active on marketplace. I still am only selling things that I can do from our lobby, rather than from my unit. Finally heat wave is over, that was very scary to have it 93 degrees in my unit for days, it took me a few days to feel back to normal, too.
Jon Heil
Good day ate burgers and watched netflix
Ann Fantom
I’m having an OK day. I’m just glad the rain has stopped
Terri Quick
I got my cooling blanket & Hawaiian Tropic body butter from Amazon today
KATE SARSFIELD
Simon, the plumber, rang today as he was in the area. I had 5 mins to get out of bed, get dressed, splash water on my face and look somewhat respectable! He’s fixed the toilet & sink and will do the shower hopefully (he said) before the end of the month. Just a matter of co-ordinating his schedule with that of an electrician. Wouldn’t take any payment for the work done today, he’ll add it to the final invoice. He reckons on โฌ600 to dig out the old shower, fix the pipes & drainage underneath, replace everything etc. I’m prepared to spend up to 5K (but didn’t tell him that)! Tamra, Michele & Connie: any chance you could join me for the first shower? I’ll put the bubbly on ice!
Tamra Phelps
Lol, I was thinking the other day how I miss being able to bath like the old days when I could climb in and out of a tub!! But I know you must be longing for a good, hot shower.
KATE SARSFIELD
I can’t wait! I did have one shower when I was in hospital, but it’s not the same.
Michele Soyer
I will bring the appetizers and dessert!
KATE SARSFIELD
YAY!! Party!!!
Connie: The Head Peanut
I’m IN!! I’ll bring another bottle of champage. Hot diggity
l p
the day is going well. the new washer/dryer will be arriving in a couple of days so there’s lots to do in clearing the space. it will get done in good time. I hope the weather straightens out for everyone. enjoy your day. thanks
Michele Soyer
Planning on a 2 mile walk to our local supermarket for a few items then looked at the sky and said NO.. black as night out there and thunder is rolling…glad I stayed put….spinach quiche in the oven.Bloody Marys made and in the frig fruit salad also in the frig just waiting for my galpal..oh and music on to keep the vibe ….
Tamra Phelps
Same here, Michele. We go from blue skies and sun to black skies and thunder in a matter of minutes lately.
heather
This week is flying by for me. Just working around the house today and trying to keep cool.
Michele Guinsburg
Had a nice morning walk.
Peggy Smith
Day is going well. It’s bright and sunny. Love it!
Vera Godley
Slow, as usual. But senior seniors just simply are slow. I start PT today because walking is sometimes wobbly.
Rose
In a way, we were lucky it has rained since July 4. We have a flat roof and people setting off firecrackers can land on the roof, which is right over my head. It stopped raining late last night. The temp finally went down to 77 degrees in my unit, from 92. Whew!
David Hollingsworth
I’m sad pretty much every day. I don’t know what will change that.
Shelly Peterson
Today I spent the day with my daughter and grandkids. It was a hot one today.
l p
the day is going well. out early for a long walk (despite the wild wind and rain threats) and then go to do some volunteering. enjoy your day. thankss
Terri Quick
I only went for for a few minutes & the heat was still too much for me lol
KATE SARSFIELD
Mum would have been 93 today. She died almost 6 years ago & I miss her every single day. Anyway, my hand was hurting like hell this morning so decided against plastering & mowed the lawns instead. I’ve got a plumber calling in on Thursday to see what needs to be done etc. Cross everything, folks!
Tamra Phelps
Happy birthday to your Mum, Kate. Maybe she and my Mom are having a laugh together about how much their daighters should have listened to them, lol.
Michele Soyer
Happy Birthday to mum….Maybe as Tamra said all three of our mums are hanging out watching us and smiling!!!
KATE SARSFIELD
I love that idea! I think she’d be saying “Finally, she’s learnt to tidy up as she goes along!”.
Ashley S
I had to take my dog to the groomer, so far, he is not having a good day, lol. He hates going! I am do good because I was blessed to wake up to another day!
Michele Soyer
Sitting here relaxing…. cleaned did all my chores and pooped! Ready to cook and relax for the rest of the day….lunch to make and thats about it my books is waitng….
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heather
I have to run some errands later on this morning. Hope everyone has a nice day out there.
Rose
I had been trying to sell a few things on a local FB group, no response. Tried FB Marketplace, and bam. Only selling things that I can hand over from our lobby, does not need someone to go to my unit.
Linda Fast
I have restless leg syndrom and I am going crazy, nothing seems to help
Shelly Peterson
Today I had dialysis. Thankfully my knee is feeling much better today.
Tamra Phelps
One of my home health aides, who comes by to help with housework, etc., told me she pulled into her drive the other evening only to see a huge hawk trying to fly off with her new kitten! She jumped out and ran toward it, and I guess scared the bird, because he dropped the kitten! Wow! Kitty is an indoor cat for now.
KATE SARSFIELD
Bloody Hell, that’s something you don’t see everyday! Talk about good timing!
l p
the day is going well. the to-do list was very busy today. finished all the bread/rolls so that was the main thing. had to get out to get some groceries in between. enjoy your day. thanks
Terri Quick
Happy Monday everyone
Darla Kidder
I was scared yesterday,we had lightning that hit real close to the house and the sound of the thunder was.scary.
Angela Adelman
Today is a good day. I woke up! Two years ago I was in the hospital told I may not make it. I am happy to be alive.
Connie: The Head Peanut
WOW Angela That’s amazing. A true miracle!
heather
Good morning to all sure is going to be a hot one here today! I am getting all my chores done outside as fast as I can.
KATE SARSFIELD
I don’t know what’s wrong with me today. I’ve fallen back to sleep twice already and am still tired. If I have a nap I won’t sleep tonight, but then again, I may not sleep anyway. Fresh air is needed, methinks.
Connie: The Head Peanut
Kate, that was me yesterday. I was SO TIRED all day. I slept like a rock last night. I hope you sleep better tonight.
Michele Soyer
Here it is half 10 and i have gotton nothing accomplished!! LOL…the lawn men came so I have to get out there and clean my windows from all the dust and debris…also i plan on getting a flat of flowers and putting them around the trees.. I will order online and have them delivered! Pleasant day all!
Rose
It has been raining now that heat wave is over, but it is still 87 degrees in here. I’m going to be walking to town this morning, to get a few chores done.
Shelly Peterson
Today I am hurting pretty good. I lost my footing and fell yesterday. So I didnt do much today.
KATE SARSFIELD
Oh no! Rest up Shelly, you get better soon xxx
Shelly Peetrson
Thank you! it’s feeling much better today.
KATE SARSFIELD
Excellent!
Connie: The Head Peanut
OUCH Shelly! Ice and prop that puppy up.
Shelly Peterson
I did that all day yesterday. I am feeling much better today. ๐
Tamra Phelps
Someone is setting off fireworks out there. This is going to continue for weeks, isn’t it, lol. All the poor dogs out there…I feel sorry for them.
Connie: The Head Peanut
I thought for sure we would have a bunch set off last night and not a single one. Hopefully, yours are done soon.
AnitaCorrowLeon
The heat wave is finally letting up. I can’t wait for the Fall season
Debbie
Thank you for such an awesome giveaway.
l p
the day is going well. managed to get to where I was going this morning without being totally soaked. it seemed each block had different weather. enjoy your day. thanks
Terri Quick
I’m enjoying the relief from the high humidity
KATE SARSFIELD
Hope you all enjoyed celebrating Independence Day! Completely forgot about it till now. I’ve started on the plastering in the hall. Poor cats don’t know what’s happening! It takes time between all the separate coats so it won’t be finished till mid-week, then 7 – 10 days to ‘cure’, then painting.
Rose
Finally have windows open for a while It is still 87 degrees in here, better than before by a degree, but heat wave is over. This building retains the heat, and also the failed roof over my head the wet insulation causes it to not protect from the heat. Just getting a few things done, nothing too ambitious, as this heat wave hit kind of hard. A thunderstorm happened suddenly last night so fast that some fireworks were still going off and also lightning and thunder, it was sometimes hard to tell which was which!
Barbara Montag
Day is going well so far.
Getting laundry done.
It’s going to be a quiet day.
heather
Hope everyone had a nice 4th of July. I am getting ready to head to town to do some big grocery shopping.
Michele Soyer
Pleasant time at the BBQ and did leave early…Sat down and watched Hamilton .. so enjoyed it…thunderstrom last night caused havoc with the fireworks but they managed to do it in spite of the weather – was able to watch on my patio with the rain pouring down!
This morning looks beautiful so I might take a turn around the property before mass….Pleasant Sunday all!!
Shelly Peterson
Happy 4th of July! Had a great day at the lake with family and friends.
Tamra Phelps
Obviously, everyone else has been seeing this for days, but it just popped up for me today. Weird. I got so worried about poor Connie that I went and messaged her about being worried because I hadn’t heard a peep from her in days! I was checking the blog every day and nothing new was popping up–I was thinking poor Connie was ill. Glad it was just likely my browser. I hope George is doing better, Connie!
l p
the day is going well. went out for a walk early this morning and then had a long video call with a friend on the other side of the world. it’s wonderful that we have such things to keep us in touch. Happy 4th. hope your week-end is going well. thanks.
Terri Quick
Happy 4th everyone
Michele Soyer
Almost ready to go up for the BBQ at half 1pm…apparently the “salad” volunteers didn’t get their ingredients in time so……………….I have made cole slaw, potato salad and macaroni salad…an olive tampenade and brownies and blondies…A bloody Mary would go very well right now!
Not planning on staying long want to get back to my book and a televised presenattion of Hamilton!
Happy 4th all!!
Tamra Phelps
Is it weird that the olive tampenade is what I would most lve right now, lol??? I love olives!
Tamra Phelps
love, not lve, lol.
KATE SARSFIELD
Can someone explain why Americans put marshmallows in their salads?
Tamra Phelps
LMAO!! Well, only the fruit salad, around here. My Granny did it, called it Ambrosia salad. We want to turn everything into dessert, I think!
heather
Happy 4th of July to everyone and cheers to 250 years! I am getting ready to make a big potato salad and we are having a BBQ.
Rose
Next time I shop Amazon I will definitely go thru PB&W!! Easy peasy. I always have a few things in my cart waiting for the one last item to get free shipping. It has been a big heat wave and no AC, it is in the 90s no let up, hopefully tomorrow the temps will go down. I’m on a top floor with an old flat roof over my head and it is hotter in my unit than outside. So I have two fans going. And dinking lots of sugar-free drinks.
KATE SARSFIELD
I might, just might have found a plumber. Nothing definite yet – he’s going to try to squeeze me into his schedule. The older I get, the more I think that I should have gone for something like being a plumber or electrician, instead of University. These guys (and some women) are so few on the ground that they can charge their own rates, are always in demand – I mean, they’re raking it in!
Shelly Peterson
Happy Friday. I’m ready to celebrate the 4th.
Beverley
It was a quiet and relaxing day; I listened to eagles, hummingbirds and bees whilst picking raspberries in my garden.
Terri Quick
I was so disoriented from the heat today
Laurie Nykaza
Hot here today so were inside with a movie on.
Ms
going good
l p
the day is going well. waiting for the washing machine repair person. hope they are here soon, then I can get on with the rest of my day. enjoy your day. thanks
Early Happy 4th of July.
KATE SARSFIELD
Well, so much for starting on the plastering! I slept solidly until almost 3pm and would have slept longer if one of the cats hadn’t pulled my hair to wake me. It’ll have to wait till the weekend.
Michele Soyer
Had a lovely time yesterday and ending the shopping with a stop at the food co-op for organic honey and some carrot orange juice made my day…lunch an dthen home and in for the weekend…waiting to hear what is wanted for the BBQ ..off to read and enjoy the day!
heather
Happy Friday to all. It sure is heating up here this morning. I can feel it’s gonna be a hot one out today. Just made a big batch of guacamole and it’s chilling in the frig. I’m making nachos later today been craving them.
Shelly Peterson
Today was an easy going day. I did have lunch with my sister.
l p
the day is going well (sort of). the washing machine decided to take a break. thank goodness I had finished doing laundry earlier in the week. repair person is coming tomorrow. fingers crossed that it’s a quick and easy fix and they have the right part. enjoy your day. thanks
Terri Quick
I went grocery shopping as soon as the store opened. It’s been way to hot for me to tolerate
Ashley S
I’m having a pretty good day. Nothing super interesting but after some stressful days last month, I’m happy for a relaxing day.
KATE SARSFIELD
I’m back in my fingerless gloves! I’m flipping cold and Raynaud’s plus arthritis in my hands is no fun. However, tomorrow, I plan to try to plaster a big space in the hallway where the plaster had come away. There’s a radiator in front of it now so that reduces the amount to do and I’ve bought ready-mixed plaster to save the mess of mixing my own. YouTube is wonderful! If/when it’s done & ‘cured’, I can finally finish painting the hall. Maybe even put down carpet tiles …
Ashley Martinson
Hi from Minnesota! Out and about running errands while my dog Molly is getting groomed. Too bad it always rains after I take her to the groomer!
heather
The form is mostly frozen for me this morning so I will try again later. I have a lot of running around to do this morning and lots o driving.
Michele Soyer
Had no plan on leaving the house today but gal pal called and said lets go out shopping! How can i say no??? so off in a few to do the rounds then lunch somewhere.. then I am not leaving the house again until Tuesday…promise!
Kate, Tamra how are you girls doing??
KATE SARSFIELD
I’m cold!
Jan D
Up early this morning – lots of stuff to do today!
Marlene V.
My day was amazing. I am a teacher and today was my first day off for summer!!!
Ed
Having a good day going to different Canada Day activities
Heather Swanson
Canada is 159 today
Justin Castillo
Here
KATE SARSFIELD
Don’t know if it posted so here we go again.
Best wishes to George xxx Get well soon.
Connie, you are not alone. It’s gone chilly here too. Heavy woollen cardigan kind of chilly!
KATE SARSFIELD
Best wishes to George xxx Get well soon.
Connie, you are not alone. It’s gone chilly here too. Heavy woollen cardigan kind of chilly!
Elizabeth
I’ve got another pan of dishes to do, sigh…
l p
not sure if my comment was successfully sent so here it is again.
the day is going well. getting ready to go out for a picnic. all the best to everyone. enjoy your day. thanks
l p
the day is going well. getting ready to meet with friends for a picnic. all the best to everyone. enjoy your day. thanks
Elaine G
My day is great.
Happy Canada Day!!
heather
Happy Birthday to your husband hope he has a great day!
Connie: The Head Peanut
Thank you Heather.
heather
Happy July 1st! Not sorry to see June go lol. Hope your husband feels better soon. Walter is way way way out there beyond cute.
Connie: The Head Peanut
Can you believe how big this baby boy is?
Shelly Peterson
How is June over already? Happy July.
Connie: The Head Peanut
Shelly, do you have fireworks going off every night by you? I can’t believe we are almost at the 4th!
Shelly Peetrson
Yes Connie, we do. They probably go off a good week after the 4th, even though they are illegal here. They always scare me. lol