A Day Book . . .

 

 

FOR TODAY, FEBRUARY 24th, 2026

OUTSIDE MY WINDOW ...

We did get the storm that was predicted yesterday. I am not sure how much snow we actually got, a fair bit, but it was blowing about like crazy.  There were times we couldn't even see across the road. It came on all of a sudden about 1:30-ish yesterday afternoon. My cleaners were supposed to be coming today but have been rescheduled to come Thursday instead.

I AM THINKING ...

Spring is just around the corner. We are nearing the end of February now. March winds doth blow. There was a little junco at the feeder yesterday. He stayed for quite a while and kept coming back. That was promising. I had stopped feeding the birds a few years back (except for the hummers) because the lady down at the end said they attracted rats. That's as may be, but I love bird watching and I have decided that I am not going to let someone else dictate the joys in my life because of someone else's negative thinking.

 

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I AM ALSO THINKING ...

The other day someone who is trying hard to get their Facebook Page off the ground messaged me and asked me how did I keep from being discouraged by lack of interest, etc. I told them that they needed to decide "why" they wanted to do their page. I do mine simply because I enjoy sharing. Whether 10 people look at it or 100 people look at it. I don't pay attention to numbers. I just love sharing recipes. And connecting with people. If you love what you do, then the people who follow/read you will feel that love. Popularity is a double edged sword and comes with a layer of negativity. I would rather not have that. I am content to have just a small number of like minded, loyal invisible friends. I want my FB group to feel like home and safe for those who are interested in all things of the home, but in particular in cooking.

I AM GRATEFUL FOR ...

The opportunity I have to help my daughter get back on her feet emotionally and physically. This is a great blessing to me and I thank God for it every night. I also ask God to help me to be the best support and help for her that she needs. I hope that I am.

I AM ALSO GRATEFUL FOR ...

This opportunity that we are having together to foster our relationship and grow it even stronger than it was before. I love my daughter so very much. We have always been quite close. There was a few months where we were not so close, due to Covid and attitudes, but thankfully we were able to rise above that.

IN THE KITCHEN ...

Curried Chicken & Coconut Rice Casserole. This is a delicious one‑dish wonder. Tender pieces of chicken bake along with fragrant coconut rice, gently seasoned with curry powder, garlic, and herbs. As it cooks, the rice absorbs the creamy coconut milk and chicken juices, becoming rich, fluffy, and full of warm spice. Garnished with toasted flaked almonds, spring onions and a lush lime yogurt drizzle. Very nice.

ON MY "TO COOK" LIST ...

Taco Bell Taco Salad.  Eileen would love this.  From The Country Cook.

THIS I BELIEVE ...

You reap what you sow. It costs nothing to be kind and caring and those acts themselves are their own reward.

SOMETHING THAT IS NICE ...

Routine. I love routine. Within reason of course. If a great opportunity presents itself then I am quite happy to break my routine!

SOMETHING ELSE THAT IS NICE ...

The ordinary, simple things of everyday life. Laced with kindness, caring and love.

I AM WANTING TO CREATE ...

 

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A bunting draped heart . . . 

 

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Spun cotton strawberry pins  . . . 

 

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Button flowers  . . . 

 

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Cute gift tags  . . . 

 

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Junk journals  . . . 

SOMETHING I ENJOY ...

Raggedy Dolls. I used to love making them and bringing them to life.

 

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SOMETHING ELSE I ENJOY ...

Fresh Cherries. In season.

I AM READING ...

THE CORRESPONDENT, by Virginia Evans

“Imagine, the letters one has sent out into the world, the letters received back in turn, are like the pieces of a magnificent puzzle. . . . Isn’t there something wonderful in that, to think that a story of one’s life is preserved in some way, that this very letter may one day mean something, even if it is a very small thing, to someone?” 

 Filled with knowledge that only comes from a life fully lived, The Correspondent is a gem of a novel about the power of finding solace in literature and connection with people we might never meet in person. It is about the hubris of youth and the wisdom of old age, and the mistakes and acts of kindness that occur during a lifetime. 

 Sybil Van Antwerp has throughout her life used letters to make sense of the world and her place in it. Most mornings, around half past ten, Sybil sits down to write letters—to her brother, to her best friend, to the president of the university who will not allow her to audit a class she desperately wants to take, to Joan Didion and Larry McMurtry to tell them what she thinks of their latest books, and to one person to whom she writes often yet never sends the letter. 

 Sybil expects her world to go on as it always has—a mother, grandmother, wife, divorcee, distinguished lawyer, she has lived a very full life. But when letters from someone in her past force her to examine one of the most painful periods of her life, she realizes that the letter she has been writing over the years needs to be read and that she cannot move forward until she finds it in her heart to offer forgiveness. 

 Sybil Van Antwerp’s life of letters might be “a very small thing,” but she also might be one of the most memorable characters you will ever read.

I only read in bed at night and I keep falling asleep. 

THINGS THAT CATCH MY FANCY ... 

 

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Pretty tea cups  . . . 

 

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Bluebirds  . . . 

 

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Vintage dolls  . . . 

 

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Crochet doilies  . . . 

 

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Cath Kidston colors  . . . 

MAKES ME SMILE ...

 

I am having toadstool cat tree envy here  . . . 

SOMETHING TO WATCH ...

Love Story on Disney+

I am gripped by this. So good. So well done.

A THOUGHT TO CARRY WITH YOU ...

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*A friend is someone

with whom you dare

to be yourself.

~Frank Crane

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And that is my daybook for this week!  Thanks always for being here!

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⋯ ◯ ⋯ Take time to enjoy the small *´¯`.¸¸.☆

  ⋰ ⋮ ⋱ blessings in life.*´¯`.¸¸.☆ 

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Have a beautiful day!  Don't forget!  

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And I do too!