Hello Friends!
I sure hope your Valentine’s Day was spent doing something you love. We all deserve that. We had dinner at home and spent time together. It was lovely.
Wow, Tuesday has arrived again, and February is already halfway through! It’s been a lively month for me. I just checked my calendar and realized I’ll be hosting Book Club this week! I just finished a fun craft night here a few days ago. It’s all good. Having friends around truly makes everything brighter.
Galentine’s Day Craft Night
Speaking of craft night! We had such a wonderful evening filled with fun, delicious food, and lots of laughter. We even enjoyed creating a few crafts together!
I had sweet and savory treats for everyone.
The heart (above left) was made with Pillsbury crescent dough triangles and filled with cream cheese and raspberry preserves. I sprinkled it with powdered sugar after I took the picture. Many IG influencers were sharing the recipe and a video.
I also made cream puffs frosted with chocolate frosting or Nutella. The puffed pastry tarts were filled with a savory Jarlsburg Cheese dip that I purchased at the grocery store. We had ham sliders too, so we had plenty to eat along with wine. We all gathered outside and ate al fresco. It was a lovely evening.
After we ate we came in and made our paper hearts.
One of the craft gals gave me the following vintage Valentine. She is such a dear friend. The Valentine was dated 1910 on the back. It’s 116 years old! Wow!💜
Morning Coffee Invitation
On Valentine’s Day morning, I had the lovely chance to visit a sweet lady’s house for coffee and treats. We met a few years ago, and since then, some of my friends have enjoyed having coffee with her a few times a month. She kindly invited me to join as well. Her name is Esther, and she will be turning 100 this coming November!
Esther is as sharp as a tack. Lives alone but her daughter lives close by and checks in on her quite often. Another friend of Esther’s arrived with heart-shaped donuts. She was 92 years old and also had a keen mind. I want to be like them when I grow up!
It’s quite interesting how Esther and I share some things in common. She once lived in a Pittsburgh suburb where I was born, and her niece lives just a street away from our summer home! Small world!
Spring Has Sprung
Spring has arrived a bit early here in the desert.
And last but not least. My neighbor is having a re-bloom of Narcissus!
I know there are quite a few of you longing for Spring. It has been a long, cold summer for many. We were just in Pennsylvania and experienced the unending snow. I pray Spring comes soon for you.
The above flowers were taken on a neighborhood walk. I can walk about 1.5 miles. I am trying to add more duration each day. It’s been 12 weeks since hip replacement surgery and I am doing very well. No pain whatsoever! And I am NOT limping. Lol!
Ask Nancy #2
This is a new feature I have added to my Tuesday Tidbits: I ask myself a question.
What has been Your Favorite Trip? What Made it Great?
I’m often asked about my favorite trip, but the truth is I don’t have just one. Some stole my breath, others soothed my soul, and a few wrapped me in the joy of family.
When the kids were young, we went to Disney World a few times and then stayed at Siesta Beach, Florida, a few times as well. We went with friends who had kids the same age as ours.
Another trip with the kids was a month-long trip from Cleveland, Ohio to out West. We took the northern route out and visited Mount Rushmore, the Badlands, Yellowstone, the Tetons, the Grand Canyon and all of Utah’s National Parks. We visited family in California and then came home the southern route and visited family in Texas. The kids were 15 and 9. They remember it well and have their own stories to tell.
Sweet Man and I have taken many road trips, which often involve many U-turns. Those U-turns always turn into an adventure. The latest road trip was this past summer, when we traveled to North Dakota, our much-needed 50th state! There were a few U-Turns in that trip too. You can read about our trip HERE!
He and I have been fortunate to travel abroad together, and every trip has been wonderful in its own way. We especially enjoy Transatlantic cruises, stopping in a variety of countries along the way before spending additional time exploring on our own. These journeys have introduced us to incredible places and even more incredible people — many of whom we’ve toured with and now call friends.
I’ve shared all of our adventures here on the blog. If you’d like to follow along, you can find our trips — both foreign and domestic — listed in the sidebar.
I personally loved Bavaria, Germany. We stayed in the quaint village of Oberammergau, which was nestled in the Bavarian Alps.
And we visited many castles. Below is one of them.
Please visit my Sidebar for all of our Travels.
How about you. Do you have a favorite trip? Do you enjoy traveling?
Thank You!
As I wrap up today’s Tuesday Tidbits, I just want to say thank you for following along and sharing these little moments with me.
I’m so grateful you’re here.
Wishing you a beautiful week ahead, and I’ll see you next Tuesday. 💕
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