Springing into the Hodgepodge

 

1. Spring has officially sprung (in the northern hemisphere anyway)...did she roll in more like a lion or more like a lamb in your neck of the woods? 

I'm writing this on Monday afternoon -  the temperature is 82 degrees, with similar highs expected for Tuesday. However, the forecast for Wednesday indicates a significant drop in temperatures, potentially reaching the 50s and 60s, along with expected rain. This trend suggests that while March started off mild, it appears to be ending with more tempestuous weather conditions, meaning we're going out like a lion. 

What needs more of your attention in terms of a good spring clean this year- your house or your  garden/yard? 

Both. We're waiting for the shipment of our new garage door to the contractor. In the meantime, we should order paint and start on the garage door trim, as repainting the house trim is a goal this year after procrastinating last year. The yard and gardening also need attention, and with summer approaching, I'll finally have some free time for home projects, including some interior painting I've needed to do.

2. What's put a spring in your step lately? 

I've got a spring in my step all year, but it really amps up as summer gets closer! It just puts me in a great mood!

3. When you were a kid, what was the best snack to find in your lunchbox? 

Getting a Hostess chocolate cupcake in my lunchbox was a rare treat but was my favorite.  

They don't taste like they used to. 

Mom would always cut up a pomegranate, a tasty snack I shared with my friends. 

4. In what area of your life are you planting seeds? 

"We are, therefore, Christ’s ambassadors, as though God were making his appeal through us. We implore you on Christ’s behalf: Be reconciled to God."

2 Corinthians 5:20

5. Why do you live where you do? 

California is my home, where my heart truly resides. It is a place of connection, filled with everything I need to thrive. Its familiar landscapes inspire me daily, rich with the memories of my upbringing and the love of my family. 

Would you consider living somewhere else? 

No, but since we're playing a game, Oregon, Nevada, and Arizona stand out as favorable choices. These states offer a compatibility that I'm used to, making the transition easier. I'd be closer to my sons by vehicle. 

Why or why not? 

As I’ve expressed California is home, and I have no desire to call anywhere else home. 

At 71 years of age, moving is no longer appealing to my husband or me. Reflecting on my parents' experience, they were once active in buying and selling homes and moving to different parts of the country.  However, after one challenging cross-country move that involved professional movers, they decided against it in the future. Instead, they opted to sell most of their belongings, keeping only their prized possessions and purchased all new furniture and appliances for their new home. That is the only way I'd move. Have one big moving sale. 

But it won't happen. We're just dreaming here...

6.  Insert your own random thought here. 

Whenever my dog, Laydee, brings me the same toy, I can’t help but wonder if it’s her favorite or if she thinks it’s my favorite. 

I’m happy, happy happy, to share some good news about Laydee's health! 

The injection she received a couple of weeks ago has proven to be incredibly effective - Hallelujah! Laydee is undergoing treatment with Librela, a cutting-edge solution specifically designed to alleviate pain caused by osteoarthritis in dogs. This powerful monoclonal antibody (mAb) works by blocking nerve growth factors, effectively interrupting the pain signals.

Laydee is scheduled to receive a monthly injection as a key component of her treatment plan, and we are optimistic about her ongoing improvement. Typically, it requires two doses to attain the maximum therapeutic benefits. The significant progress observed after her first injection is encouraging. With each additional dose, we anticipate a further enhancement in her overall quality of life during her later years. She exhibits youthful energy similar to that of a puppy. Additionally, with the arrival of summer, she will have the opportunity to return to swimming, which is beneficial for her joint health.

That's it for this week's Hodgepodge. 

I hope you'll join in. The more the merrier...

Debby

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