I have nothing clever to say about this picture. It was just so captivating!
Gives new meaning to the words…tree house…doesn’t it?

Many thanks to my friend, Jewel, at Musings from the World of Jewel
for this lovely award. If you don’t know Jewel, she is quite an extraordinary young woman. Working on her college degree, her heart is dedicated to the Lord’s work. She has a true heart for spreading the gospel and reaching the world for Christ.

And, so, I am to list 10 things that make me happy.

1…My sweet daughter-in-love is a 3rd grade teacher. I can count on my phone ringing almost every day between 3:30 and 4:00 as she calls to check in with me.

2…Seeing my nightlight ON if I have to get up during the night. (Someone, who shall remain nameless, thinks I am old enough NOT to need it on and tends to turn it OFF after I go to sleep) It’s not nice to fool with the Queen of the House!

3…I still have a Christmas Tree up in my studio. It is my rustic twig tree decorated with nature items. It makes me happy to look at it…so I think I will, until it doesn’t!

4…Going to a bookstore…with no limits on my time!

5…Watching Joy playing the piano at church.

6…Watching LOST with Alex. We’ve watched it together since the beginning.

7…Having the correct change…to the penny!

8…A Diet Cherry Coke with extra syrup…at Sonic. Shhh! Don’t tell Diet Dr. Pepper.

9…The promise of Spring!

10..My Pop!

Thanks again, Jewel!

All of our snow is gone, and for sure it won’t be back till I’m an old lady! And, that will be a good long while!!! But, I ran across these birds in the snow and thought I’d share. They look so cold, don’t they? Be sure to notice where the blue jay flew into the snow…it looks like angel wings!








Hope you and all God’s creatures are warm tonight!

This is what I want to see. GREEN! Lots and lots of green!

This is the moisturizer I have used for years. Once I found it, I’ve never used anything else. Because it works on my dry skin! Nothing else ever did, and I tried many. So, I am a lifetime user!

I have always used a liquid foundation from Clinique also. And, I was very pleased. But, the last time I went in to buy makeup…the clerk showed me this. And, I guess I was in a “let’s try something new” mood. I bought it, and tried it, and I’m sold!

Here is the information that went along with it…
NEW Superbalanced Powder Makeup SPF 15
“Smart” technology keeps dry areas comfortable, oily areas less shiny. No-waste grinder dispenses skin-defending vitamins with each twist. Fresh-shaved mineral powder clings evenly to skin. Lasts for up to 8 long hours. Includes antibacterial brush.
Skin Types: All
Formula: Loose Powder
Coverage: Moderate
Benefits: Balances combination skin, Long wearing, Mineral enriched, Natural skin-perfecting look, Oil control

Friends, this makeup is great! I love it. I love the coverage, I love how long it lasts, I love how quickly it goes on. I did have to get a big brush…this little one just doesn’t cut it. I bought a big, fat brush at the drugstore.

Since I have retired, I am home much more than usual. And, I have a tendency to not bother with makeup and hair and the like. But, this is so quick…there’s no reason not to brush it on…add a little blush…and I’m done. Of course, if I am going out, I’ll do my eye makeup, too. (Naturally Glossy Mascara by—Clinique, of course)

Just wanted to pass this along because I tend to just stay with products that are tried and true and that I know work…especially when it comes to cosmetics. And, sometimes, there can be new products that are actually better. This one has been for me.

What about you? Do you have products that you feel a loyalty to? Products that you always buy and use? Share, please….