Insight Timer Quote:
Imperfection is not our personal problem-it is a natural part of existing.—Tara Brach
I AM:
I am willing to do whatever is necessary to protect my peace of mind.
Action for Happiness:
You can’t do everything! What are your 3 priorities right now?
Pliability QOTD:
The only way to achieve the impossible is to believe it is possible.—Usain Bolt
Fun Fact:
NATIONAL MERRI MUSIC DAY
October 25 celebrates National Merri Music Day to honor an innovative sound system and a music concept that began post World War II in Jamaica.
#NationalMerriMusicDay
On National Merri Music Day, we are celebrating the Merritone Sound System as the oldest sound system on the planet. Merritone is the only sound system founded in the original sound system era of the 1940s and 1950s that is still in operation. As the last sound standing, Merritone Music encourages music lovers around the globe to learn about the historical movement that has influenced musical genres in Jamaica and the world.

Diane: Hope you feel better.

@Sweetpeasmom55, WOW That is AMAZING!! I am beyond impressed!! Did you figure out roughly by doing the work yourself how much you saved? WOW!! It looks brand new!
I agree furnaces are a huge expense and we wish they lasted as much they should. At times an old fashion fire place seems attractive until we remember getting the wood, chopping the wood, and bringing it in when the snow is up to our elbows, it'll need to be warmed up some (though I've seen it thrown in with snow and ice on it, that did scare me!). With D, I get what she thinks (I have the genetic cesspool for the family. LOL they appreciate it) but no parent knows ahead of the future. The alternative is your D was born, fibro though painful is livable. Speaking from experience, actually, I rarely think of mine since the heart and kidney stuff overtakes all of that. My Dad felt guilty over all I was going through when I said to him "Dad, if you didn't have me, I'd not know the beauty of life." He still "felt bad" but WHY? What he passed down, our family has passed down for generations. My parents also gave me some really COOL GENES!! I am grateful. Maybe if D looked at that part, she and you would feel better. I have a TON of freckles I hated as a kid, but now I LOVE them. They are a part of my heritage. My Mom and Dad are gone, but when I see my arms, I think of them. I look like them. I love them. My computer is older, so instead of using it on the wifi part, I hard wired it (I got a long ethernet cord, plugged it into the wifi tower, and dragged it all around the
outer edge of the room up to where my favorite spot is.
@Tabatha_Cain , If you apologize to Joe that should be good. I've vented to others about someone in order to handle my negative feelings better. Once I explain "I didn't want to hurt you, once i talked it out, it reminded me how much I love and adore you. I am sorry, would you rather I not do that with so and so?" it blows over. Joe also no doubt feels horrible he forgot and is struggling. Keep those lines of communication OPEN with love. Well, that's what is what I would do.
@Hicim705 I enjoyed your blogs! TY TY TY I did leave a comment.
@Kurtize, WOOHOO the WEEKEND!!! FOr me NO Dr. appointments!! I am into that!

@nansbones7708 That's perfect I like those items. I'm taking my mom out shopping today and hubby already said do not buy large quantities of fruit you won't eat it! His exact words "Wifey don't do it! You get plain old miserable when you see fruit on your plate."

Good Morning Airport VIP Friends:

I hope you are all doing well this morning. Today is Saturday. Joe and I got to sleep in. Joe was up at 3 am. He recent phase of getting up then. I got up at like 7 am. So I actually slept in 2 hours. Which is awesome. Today Joe and I are going to Gull Meadow Farms. It is near us and they have a Hay wagon ride, a corn maze, and they cell apple cider and donuts in their store. We are going to go do the corn maze. We are so excited. A co worker gave us the tickets because they were unable to go. So it will be fun to go do together. I have honestly never done a corn maze. So this will be all new to me and we will be taking lots of photos.

@SweetPeasMom55 - Thank you. It is better now. I just explained that he knew Quality time was my love language and when he ignored my birthday and spending time with me that hurt and I was really hurt by it. It had nothing to do with things or presents. It was the time I wanted. So he did apologize. He brought me flowers and chocolate anyways. That is pretty awesome that you stood up to your husband like that. We are getting better at communicating and doing our thing. We have only been married since 2023. So it is still a learning process.
@Dianedoessmiles1 - Yes we are keeping the lines of communication open. We are doing well now. We talked and I explained my side so we are good.

Well I hope you all have a wonderful Saturday.

Tabatha

@Sweetpeasmom55, LOLOL I did giggle hey, H knows you the best!! I make a yummy smoothie. It does not feel like a punishment.


1/2 cup Milk (Any type will do, not sure about oats, I often use almond milk)
1/2 cup of water (cold)
1 cup of frozen fruit (I love triple berries -weird cause I DO NOT like most) blueberry, raspberry and blackberry)
1 small container of vanilla yogurt.

Throw it all in the blender (Berries frozen, not thawed) or I use a Nutra bullet until smooth.
Apple sauce is okay (sort of) I am very limited, but I'll do it for my team, and because I used to hate, really hate water, now it's a favorite. It's been a HH (Healthy Habit) in the past many times. I learned to like it. I keep hoping this for fruits and veggies. Well, I didn't cringe this time when it was mentioned. As you know I am one of the 4 over all leaders. LOL, We all talked it over, normally I'd want to head for the hills! This time I am thinking "Well okay" and I KNOW this happened with water. Maybe I'll eventually be a healthy eater. Maybe.LOL Love the philosophy! I'm a nice mix of both Mom and Dad, they were both positive people. So happy they are my parents (Both deceased)/
@Tabatha_Cain , Happy you both talked it over and all is well again. Ehhhh every relationship more so H & W has its growing changes. They do not stop each phase of life is a new experience. Even among friends, and coworkers the same. OH WOW!! I'd LOVE to do a corn maze!! Maybe I'll put that on my to do list. I Have a few crazy friends who will do them! THANKS for the idea!
Today 3 of my friends and I went out to eat. LOL 2 of us are NOT AT ALL Shy!! It was a very nice place, you absolutely need a reservation even on days/times one would think you may not, you do. It was beyond good!! I'll not give thought to the calories. Though we often go out the calories aren't usually up as much. A few days of being super careful it'll all be good.

Insight Timer Quote:
Reminder: you can love people and simultaneously not allow them to harm you.—Yung Pueblo
I AM:
Happiness pours out of me.
Action for Happiness:
Be kind to yourself today. Remember, progress takes time.
Pliability QOTD:
You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.—C.S. Lewis
Fun Fact:
NAVY DAY | OCTOBER 27
Navy Day on October 27th salutes all of the military personnel who have served, both past and present, in the United States Navy.
#NavyDay
The United States Navy (USN) is the naval warfare service branch of the United States Armed Forces and one of the seven uniformed services of the United States. The U.S. Navy currently stands as the largest, most powerful navy in the world, with the highest combined battle fleet tonnage. The service engages over 340,000 personnel on active duty and more than 71,000 in the Navy Reserve.

@Tabatha_Cain , HOW COOL you got to the maze!! That's so cool!! I'd love to do one, not this year, but maybe next year. I keep hoping I'll feel better. With a heart specialist now, I am hopeful again!! The yogurt I use is Yoplait I think it's 6 ozs—the smaller individual size. Any brand is fine, make sure it's the VANILLA one, NOT the plain, etc. The strawberry would be okay, but I love the vanilla one. I am so sorry about the friend thing. It seems when we are single it's easier to maintain a friendship, many couples do the couple thing. I have a few friends who have autism, one of them is so funny though she faces many challenges. Her Mom is also a dear friend, I love them both dearly.
@Kurtize thats so neat!! What a great place to visit!! Do you know how many cards you've collected?

Good Morning VIP friends:

I hope you are all doing well this morning. Today is Monday and I am looking forward to today starting. I got a lot accomplished over the weekend. We got the corn maze done as a date day, and then I came home and we did grocery shopping, and then yesterday we cleaned house. Joe vacuumed and cleaned the living room and I did dishes and laundry. Today I am feeling pretty good still. Oh and yesterday we also got majority of the leaves picked up from our front yard yesterday.

@Kurtize - Way to go on the Postcard.
@Dianedoessmiles1 - I am so sore from the maze, but afterwards Joe and I relaxed so as not to overdo it. I don't feel super tired at the moment so all is good right now.

Well I hope you all have a wonderful Monday.

Tabatha

Insight Timer Quote:
I want to sing like the birds sing, not worrying about who hears or what they think.—Rumi
I AM:
I completely forgive myself for all past mistakes and failures.
Action for Happiness:
Ask yourself, will this still matter a year from now?
Pliability QOTD:
You have to believe in yourself when no one else does.—Serena Williams
Fun Fact:
NATIONAL FIRST RESPONDERS DAY
October 28th sets aside National First Responders Day to honor the men and women who act quickly when an emergency is at hand.
#NationalFirstRespondersDay
First responders dedicate their lives to save lives. They are the people who run toward a crisis while the rest of the world flees. According to the Department of Homeland Security, 4.6 million career and volunteer first responders support the communities where they live. They are firefighters, police, emergency medical technicians (EMT), paramedics, and 911 operators. In an emergency, they're the first on the scene. These dedicated professionals answer the call when a crisis arises, often putting their own lives on the line.

Good afternoon

HI All!! I'll be back later today or more likely tomorrow. Thanks!!

Insight Timer Quote:
All religion, arts, and sciences are branches of the same tree.—Albert Einstein
I AM:
I focus on maintaining my emotional health.
Action for Happiness:
Plan a fun or exciting activity to look forward to.
Pliability QOTD:
Success is not a one time event. It’s a process. It’s a journey. It’s a never-ending pursuit.—Tony Robbins
Fun Fact:
NATIONAL CAT DAY
National Cat Day on October 29th is the purrfect day to give extra attention to your feline friends.
#NationalCatDay
Cats make excellent companions. They rarely miss you, but when they do, you sure know it. Awareness days such as this one urge pet lovers to adopt from a local shelter. The day also reminds us that neutering and spaying our furry companions helps reduce the abandoned population.
Shelters are full of cats and kittens in need of forever homes. These feline fur babies come with as many personalities as they do colors and coats. They curl into our hearts and will just as quickly remind us they decide who they love. Whether they were born in the shelter, surrendered or abandoned, 3.4 million find their way to a shelter.
When considering the adoption of a furbaby, take your time. Each shelter animal will touch your heart, so be sure to find a life-long love.
• Consider your lifestyle. Will you have time for an active kitten or will an adult cat be more to your pace?
• Make multiple visits before making a choice. Sometimes, the purrfect cat will choose you.
• Spend one-on-one time with the cat so you have some bonding meowments and her true personality comes through.
• Do other members of your fur family need to be considered? If so, be sure to introduce them to be sure their personalities mesh.
• When you bring your new family member home, have a space ready for him to decompress and adjust to his new abode. Don’t be surprised if he hides at first. This is normal cat behavior.

Hi all, everything went smoothly for Don, now next thing is surgery on the 5th. Very windy today. Kayla seemed fine at her doggie day care. They are having a Halloween party for the dogs and I am taking her and dropping her off for a few hours. I have to see if I can find a doggie costume or a scarf. Other than that nothing new or exciting. Hugs all.

Good Morning VIP Friends:

I hope you are all doing well this morning. Today is Wednesday and it is going to be a great day. I am thinking it will be as I am hoping to learn some more billing in regards to our Florida Package policies. The billing sometimes confuses me because it is combined home and auto and a lot of time the home is Escrow billed and they want to know about the auto. Well that is hard to do when they are combined. So I am still learning that part.

@Lopeyp - I am so glad you had a great trip. Sorry the last day you were sick with food poisoning. Hopefully that is getting better along with the jetlag. Just rest up.
@Kurtize - I am really glad things went well for Don. I am sure Kayla will love the Halloween party at her Day care. That would be awesome.

Well I hope you all have a wonderful Wednesday.

Tabatha