A cold caught me last weekend. I’ve been battling with it ever since. Today I feel the only thing left is the August allergy ailments. Since it’s past mid-September, and the August allergy ailments are just beginning, I count that as a good thing. Perhaps that explains why my reasons to rejoice this week are unduly centered around my upper respiratory system.
Here are a few things that make me snort for joy this week.
[icon name=”leanpub” class=”” unprefixed_class=””].Saline solutions and a battery operated Netty Pot. I thought the Netty was some sort of torture. Love-One swears by it. I finally got on board. Yes, indeed. Netty makes me feel better. But I’m not giving up my Vicks.
[icon name=”leanpub” class=”” unprefixed_class=””].Birthday number 19 for Mr. B. An early celebration and a bon voyage as he readies for his college departure. I’m gonna miss that guy. As a final gesture, he came over and cut down a bunch of brush and trees with Loved-One.
[icon name=”leanpub” class=”” unprefixed_class=””].A neighbor that sends over a BBQ rib dinner complete with corn on the cob and baked potatoes.
“”].[icon name=”leanpub” class=”” unprefixed_class=””].The joys of studying Illinois history/government with four kids, paying of years later. I won a beautiful potted plant on Sunday because I knew the state flower is the violet. Being a non-native, I’ll bet dollars to donuts, without the benefit of school children’s drill that would be impossible.
[icon name=”leanpub” class=”” unprefixed_class=””].Major Petigrew’s Last Stand, by Helen Simonson and Audible Books.
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What a delightful book. I admire this author as an example of wonderful description with an economy of words. To be envied by anyone who write, reads, or observes human behavior.
[icon name=”leanpub” class=”” unprefixed_class=””]. Blooming asters and mums, and a beautiful volunteer sunflower in my back yard.
[icon name=”leanpub” class=”” unprefixed_class=””]. Steven King and IT. The Book and then the movie. And a wonderfully terrifying Pennywise by Bill Skarsgard.
[icon name=”leanpub” class=”” unprefixed_class=””].Shop vacs for sucking up an abundance of acorns.
[icon name=”leanpub” class=”” unprefixed_class=””].New pillows and several stain-removing products that make old pillows appear new.
[icon name=”leanpub” class=”” unprefixed_class=””].Partnering with Autumn’s Living Library for a double whammy of Book signing and raising money for young women. Find out more here.
[icon name=”leanpub” class=”” unprefixed_class=””].Naps and sleeping in and Simply Saline nighttime nasal mist.
Last but not least, this morning I was the recipient of a Random Act of Kindess. A whimsy my family has practiced for years: when you see a chance, do something kind. The effects last a long time. This morning, while waiting for the Greenline L, I decided to practice some of my iPhone photography lessons. I heard a shout. There was the conductor, letting me know my ride was ready. What a wonderful feeling: cared for by someone who only knows me by sight. I’m still smiling.
What’s brings you joy this week. You know I love to “hear” from you. So please leave a comment.