Inspirations, the Stories Space Coffee House: If you're reading this it just might mean I'm back, sorta. If you're not reading this, well, congratulations.

4 Dec 2019

Nice to see you drop by, Bill. I'm having my second cuppa java at the moment.

Tomorrow is the last day for my ballet classes this semester. I need to decide whether I should enroll again for the next semester starting in January.

Looking forward to the treats I expect Sara to bring by later today.

flower

4 Dec 2019

Never fear I have treats for everyone
A large sweet tea pretty please.
*peeks in the cookie jar seeing nothing but crumbs*
*refills the jar with ballet slipper shaped cookies with different color icing and sugar cookies and some Christmas cookies *
Of course there are treats for the little adorable mascots

Larry me and Molly vote for you taking ballet next semester flower

I'm playing catch up today I got so far behind.. (how in the world did that happen?)

Hi Bill how goes things in the valley of the sun?
Happy Wednesday peeps

My Competition Story : 💜 Milly's Adventure https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/childrens/millys-adventure-2

4 Dec 2019

The cookie jar has been restocked! smile

Both Sara and Life its own self are major goodnesses. ;)

Larry, ain't no way I'm gonna disagree with Molly and Sara. So best I can tell, your quality of life, song & dance advisory board is saying sign up by a 3-0 vote.

glasses8

It happened at a church summer camp so it must be true, right? ;)

OF WAR, AND PEACE, AND MARY BETH: my contest winner, honest

For Whom the Good Tolls an 'RR' and it's short, no kidding[/url]

5 Dec 2019

I was awakened in the middle of the night by the dreaded "peep" of a fire alarm battery going bad. You cannot ignore it. Every minute the "peep" and you are awake again. The problem is you cannot find the culprit among 8 or alarms. You only get close. So, up at 2:15 in the morning drowsily trying to figure out which has the bad battery. I finally had to detach 3 alarms that were possible problems, set them aside and tried to sleep again.

I think now I know which is bad. I put a good battery into it but it still "peeps" so perhaps the "new" battery is simply not any good anymore. Oh well.

Just going to nurse my coffee for the morning and get ready for ballet class and then my infusion at the hospital in the afternoon.

flower

5 Dec 2019

Morning to the inspird crew at Inspirations.

Larry, expressions of sincere sympathy are heading your way. The only positive side to your lat-night travail is it was just a low-battery warning and not the real thing.

(slurp) Good coffee.

It happened at a church summer camp so it must be true, right? ;)

OF WAR, AND PEACE, AND MARY BETH: my contest winner, honest

For Whom the Good Tolls an 'RR' and it's short, no kidding[/url]

5 Dec 2019

howdy folks
A large sweet tea would be great right about now
*refills the cookie jar with peanut butter and peanut butter and banana and white chocolate chip cookies *
*sits out treats for the little adorable mascots *
Chilly day so I. Stay bundled up and inside unless absolutely necessary to go out
Happy Thursday folks flower

My Competition Story : 💜 Milly's Adventure https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/childrens/millys-adventure-2

5 Dec 2019

Sara, I have no idea if you know I have been sneaking in and helping myself to your delicious cookies when no one is watching. I'm getting addicted to all the exciting types. I have been house/dog sitting for quite a few days (will be 11 when they come home Sunday) and it is so nice to just have such peace and quiet - and no chores since it's their house. I should be catching up on all the stories and poems that I am behind on instead of reading a real book! I'm glad you had that very nice Thanksgiving and hope the upcoming Christmas is a good one for such a sweet and lovely friend. You most deserve it.

5 Dec 2019

Quote by Survivor

I was awakened in the middle of the night by the dreaded "peep" of a fire alarm battery going bad. You cannot ignore it. Every minute the "peep" and you are awake again. The problem is you cannot find the culprit among 8 or alarms. You only get close. So, up at 2:15 in the morning drowsily trying to figure out which has the bad battery. I finally had to detach 3 alarms that were possible problems, set them aside and tried to sleep again.

I think now I know which is bad. I put a good battery into it but it still "peeps" so perhaps the "new" battery is simply not any good anymore. Oh well.

Dear Larry, It was just a little joke of mine with the alarms. As you know I am a super tech and was able to program it from a remote location. I thought I had it set to go off during daylight hours. Must be the different time zones that threw me off. I will apologize when I've finished giggling.

And I add my vote on the ballet. I know all the female dancers might quit en masse if you weren't to return in January.

5 Dec 2019

Quote by elizabethblack
Sara, I have no idea if you know I have been sneaking in and helping myself to your delicious cookies when no one is watching. I'm getting addicted to all the exciting types. I have been house/dog sitting for quite a few days (will be 11 when they come home Sunday) and it is so nice to just have such peace and quiet - and no chores since it's their house. I should be catching up on all the stories and poems that I am behind on instead of reading a real book! I'm glad you had that very nice Thanksgiving and hope the upcoming Christmas is a good one for such a sweet and lovely friend. You most deserve it.

You are so sweet miss Elizabeth.. I got all the exciting recipes from the book series I love by Joanne Fluke.. She sticks a bunch of recipes in with her mysteries.
I hope you had a great Thanksgiving ... Christmas should be fun. Do you have big plans ? House/dog sitting can fun. Enjoy your book hello2

My Competition Story : 💜 Milly's Adventure https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/childrens/millys-adventure-2

6 Dec 2019

Did someone mention cookies? I'll take a couple or a dozen, please. I hope I can get some time to do some holiday baking. I love making Christmas goodies.

Today was a good day. Took the day to check on our boat and visit a park and have lunch and dinner out.

I am looking forward to Christmas since all my sons and their significant others will be here. They've promised to do all the cooking. Sounds great to me, they are all good cooks and bakers.

I'll just sneak a few cookies to go.

Cheers!

Some of my stuff.
https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/memoirs/learning-to-fly.aspx
https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/memoirs/misery-loves-company.aspx
https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/poetry/we-always-go-on.aspx
https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/poetry/heart-flutters.aspx

6 Dec 2019

My Facebook chores are done for the day. Now I'm relaxing with my coffee. Freshly brewed.

flower

6 Dec 2019

I am sad to announce that my Mum passed away tonight. She wasn't sick or in pain but, at 95, she had a good life and was loved to the very end by all that knew her. She has been slowly fading for the past three months so the sadness is eased with a little relief that she is now at peace and with her beloved husband, my dad, who was taken from us thirty-six years ago. He was only 68.
I am sure that you will understand if my presence here over the next few days is somewhat scarce but I will be back to normal when everything is settled. sad1

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." George Santayana

6 Dec 2019

Quote by AnnaMayZing
I am sad to announce that my Mum passed away tonight. She wasn't sick or in pain but, at 95, she had a good life and was loved to the very end by all that knew her. She has been slowly fading for the past three months so the sadness is eased with a little relief that she is now at peace and with her beloved husband, my dad, who was taken from us thirty-six years ago. He was only 68.
I am sure that you will understand if my presence here over the next few days is somewhat scarce but I will be back to normal when everything is settled.

*huge hugs * so sorry to her about your mum's passing . I bet at 95 she was an amazing woman.
May you find the peace you need at this time.

My Competition Story : 💜 Milly's Adventure https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/childrens/millys-adventure-2

6 Dec 2019

Hey y'all
Sorry I forgot to fill the cookie jar with today's offering . Today was crazy everytime I turned around I was getting interrupted.
So I have cookies now... * cocoa crunch cookies and minty dreams cookies *
The usual special treats for the little adorable mascots too
Happy Friday people

My Competition Story : 💜 Milly's Adventure https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/childrens/millys-adventure-2

6 Dec 2019

Quote by AnnaMayZing
I am sad to announce that my Mum passed away tonight. She wasn't sick or in pain but, at 95, she had a good life and was loved to the very end by all that knew her. She has been slowly fading for the past three months so the sadness is eased with a little relief that she is now at peace and with her beloved husband, my dad, who was taken from us thirty-six years ago. He was only 68.
I am sure that you will understand if my presence here over the next few days is somewhat scarce but I will be back to normal when everything is settled.

I am so sorry for your loss, Anna. Please accept my sympathy. It is horrible to lose one's mother. We are all going to be thinking of her.

7 Dec 2019

Quote by AnnaMayZing
I am sad to announce that my Mum passed away tonight. She wasn't sick or in pain but, at 95, she had a good life and was loved to the very end by all that knew her. She has been slowly fading for the past three months so the sadness is eased with a little relief that she is now at peace and with her beloved husband, my dad, who was taken from us thirty-six years ago. He was only 68.
I am sure that you will understand if my presence here over the next few days is somewhat scarce but I will be back to normal when everything is settled.

My condolences to you and your family on the death of your mother, Anna. May she rest in peace. It is never easy losing someone near and dear, at any time of life. May you and your loved ones bring comfort and solace to one another.

7 Dec 2019

The coffee is brewed. I can't stick around to drink much of it. I'm off to tech week rehearsal starting early today. I hope to be home fairly quickly. My roles are early in the ballet and not much reason to be kept for the whole run today. That will begin tomorrow.

Cheers.

flower

7 Dec 2019

Deepest condolences to you and your family, Anna. Peace be with you in this time of grief.

The old bookshop owner had something special for Dave.

Dash - Writer's Block competition entry

7 Dec 2019

Anna, your mother lived through some 'interesting' times and raised, at the very least, one fine daughter. Losing a parent is rough but to have her for so long is a blessing. Much sympathy to you and all who loved her.

glasses8

It happened at a church summer camp so it must be true, right? ;)

OF WAR, AND PEACE, AND MARY BETH: my contest winner, honest

For Whom the Good Tolls an 'RR' and it's short, no kidding[/url]

7 Dec 2019

howdy folks
Long day here had to do some grocery shopping... My favorite little store here in town is going out of business because of the owners bad health.

Large sweet tea pretty please
I brought cookies... Good thing the cookie jar has nothing but crumbs
*fills it with chocolate chip cookie ,peanut butter cookie, reindeer gingerbread cookies *

*sits out treats for the little adorable mascots *
I'm put my feet up now ..lol

My Competition Story : 💜 Milly's Adventure https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/childrens/millys-adventure-2

7 Dec 2019

Thank you all so very much for your kind words of comfort. I do celebrate the time that I was blessed to be with my Mum and that she didn't suffer at all but passed naturally at a time when she was ready.
I shall probably be away for the next week, having so much to do and think about but rest assured, you will all still be with me. study

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." George Santayana

7 Dec 2019

Quote by Rumple_deWriter
Anna, your mother lived through some 'interesting' times and raised, at the very least, one fine daughter. Losing a parent is rough but to have her for so long is a blessing. Much sympathy to you and all who loved her.

My mum was 15 when war broke out and 21 when it ended. She lived in London in those days and, for a while she worked on Tooley Street in the very heart of that great city. For a time she also worked in a factory making parts for Lancaster Bombers. She always spoke of that time with a great fondness and of the friendships she made but never one once mentioned air raids. Either she didn't see any, which I doubt, or they were such a part of her life back then that she didn't think it worth mentioning. dontknow

She married my Father in 1949 after meeting him through her office work. He also came from London but spent most of the war in Egypt with the Royal Air Force. Sadly, he passed away suddenly, aged just 68 some 36 years ago and now they are together once again. icon_smile

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." George Santayana

7 Dec 2019

Quote by AnnaMayZing
I am sad to announce that my Mum passed away tonight. She wasn't sick or in pain but, at 95, she had a good life and was loved to the very end by all that knew her. She has been slowly fading for the past three months so the sadness is eased with a little relief that she is now at peace and with her beloved husband, my dad, who was taken from us thirty-six years ago. He was only 68.
I am sure that you will understand if my presence here over the next few days is somewhat scarce but I will be back to normal when everything is settled.

My thoughts are with you and your loved ones at this time.

8 Dec 2019

For some reason, there does not seem to be enough energy around here today. I'm on my second cuppa java. I need to get into gear.

Rehearsal later today at 2:00. I should be finished by 5:00 or so.

flower

8 Dec 2019

Quote by AnnaMayZing
Thank you all so very much for your kind words of comfort. I do celebrate the time that I was blessed to be with my Mum and that she didn't suffer at all but passed naturally at a time when she was ready.
I shall probably be away for the next week, having so much to do and think about but rest assured, you will all still be with me.

So very sorry for your loss, Anna. Deepest condolences to you and your family xx

8 Dec 2019

hi everyone
Happy Sunday!
*refills the cookie jar with peanut butter and banana cookies. Ginger snaps and chocolate chip crunch cookies *
*gives the mascots special treats.
It's gloomy and chilly out so that calls for hot chocolate with mini marshmallows.
Went and saw my wee little fans and they wanted a Christmas adventure for scamp and I had to make it up as I go..

My Competition Story : 💜 Milly's Adventure https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/childrens/millys-adventure-2

9 Dec 2019

Happy Monday, everyone!

Sara, I'm sure your young audience were enraptured by a Scamp story made up on the cuff just for them! Lucky children!

Thanks for the treats and I'll grab a coffee while I peruse today's to-do list!

9 Dec 2019

Sara's new Scamp Adventure is posted for everyone's pleasure.

The coffee is brewed and having my first cuppa. There is hot water for tea drinkers.

I'll stop by my dental surgeon's office this morning for a quick in and out to check for any dental issues. Then I'll stop by some stores for a short shopping trip. I need 9-volt batteries for the smoke alarms.

Tonight is the first dress rehearsal for the Nutcracker. I am bringing my own slacks and shirt. The costume lady has a vest and bowtie for me, along with a coat for the street seller scene. We will get out of there around 9:00 perhaps. It's art so we will see.

flower

9 Dec 2019

Finished and home from 11 days of dog/house sitting. Lovely house and lovely dog, but there were two mice seen which made me imagine one getting in bed and running across me at night. That just means I had to tuck the covers tight. And put my head under the covers too. Wish I hadn't seen them. Should have noticed there were mouse traps in various areas. Empty. Now I get to get ready for our ladies Christmas lunch Friday where we have a blind gift exchange. And will have to have a game or two. So I will be researching for something fun.
Is there any coffee left? Love a cup with cream only.
Everyone enjoy the rest of their day.

9 Dec 2019

There is always coffee ready. We got some special canisters to save the hot coffee for those who stop by for a cuppa. And the water is there for the tea drinkers.

I'm listening to a compilation of cartoons from the Loony Tunes era. The cartoons and the music they used. It's fun and brings back so many memories.

flower