Several Counties over, I made the trip today to spend time with my Grandfather, Papa. Yes, he has a real first name but we all just call him Papa; he is a blessing for sure.
We spoke earlier in the week. We arranged to meet up for some worship and lunch. It is always a delight to do it all together!
We attended service at Chiquola Baptist Church (https://www.cbchoneapath.com/ and the Pastor gave a nice sermon, covering Romans, Chapter 2.
After the Service, we dined for lunch at Lou and Perry’s Cafe in Honea Path, delicous! The decaf coffee was also hot and fresh, which is great for me!
Each dress has it’s own link where it can be purchased, free shipping to the USA for Free, world wide shipping available for a nominal fee. The dresses are $499 or best offer!
https://www.ebay.com/itm/226050395404 $499 OBO with free shipping Snow White Bridal Wedding Gown Tear Drop Back Long Train New . Shipped with USPS Priority Mail. Photos show that it looks a little off-white. It is truly snow white in color. It is full length with lots of tooling and layers underneath for a very full skirt and a long train. This item will need to be a little steamed before wearing to remove some slight wrinkling it is a beautiful brand new dress with a teardrop opening in the back and very classic modest front with roses and vines embroidered on the front and back along the skirt and bodice.
It is a full length gown they were truly make any bride feel like a princess and will be beautiful.The perfect dress to wear to the wedding as well as the reception. Size 4 but I believe it can be altered some to custom fit this
A full length size for her wedding dress with Crystal and pearl like beating and black embroidery on the bodice and some of bosom area, brand new and exclusively made and pretty heavy. It has multiple layers of Tull And petticoat, like slipped underneath for exquisite, bounce and volume in the skirt area. The top by this part looks like it’s to be fitted and includes an extra set of corset strings with the dress. There is a medium length train that comes off the back of the dress, and it’s not detachable While the images show that it may be off-white that you dress is truly a classic white and ivory color This item has free shipping and benefits A wildlife sanctuary in Colorado
The bodice also contains some boning to help support and lift and fit
Brand new with tags ivory ecru egg shell hued wedding dress w short train and removable sash accessory, perfect condition and zipper covered by embellished buttons Upper bodice embellished with small crystal like and pearl like beads and beautifully sewn Size 16 It seems like it could be tailored to fit a little bit better, but I am not seamstress and buyer would need to do alterations if desired Full length princess styles, sleeveless Make me an offer!
Let’s kick of the New Year with a healthy homemade meal–with flavor and fiber!
4 pieces of flounder filets (I use frozen, super easy!)
1/2 cup of quinoa
1 bag of frozen carrot-broccoli-cauliflower mix
2 tsp of Roasted Garlic and herb mix
Honey
2 tsp of Lemon Juice
2 tablespoons of butter
dash of olive oil
1 cup of water
Cook Quinoa in the water on medium low until done-add the butter while cooking
Simmer Flounder fillets in the olive oil with the lemon
Steam the vegetable blend with the herb mix until aldente
Layer up bowls with quinoa on the bottom, vegetable mix in the middle, and the fish on top, drizzle with just a hint of honey, serve hot. Serves 4
https://www.amazon.com/reg…/gl/guest-view/1UJX66V7NGWFI… The weather is frightful during the winter but the food bank still needs help helping others to get food!! Their Amazon list below allows you to give without getting out in the snow! Items can be purchased and will be sent directly to the food bank to help those in need and those whom are hungry! Many items under $2, every item helps! Thank you so much!
It has been an exciting and wonky year but overall good–I landed a new and better job in November.
I also managed to take 3 vacations, which is something considering how things went during the height of the Pandemic.
Life in Upstate South Carolina has been hot and humid but overall nice, I made a few new friends and explored the region, laid on Tortuga Beach in Punta Cana, Dominican Repbulic and visted my beloved highlands with my best friend. I also visited family and friends in Colorado, overall a great year!
Avoch CocePostcards are easy to find and easy to packDrinking the beanSitting by the fire pit while our perks brewEast High Church, CromartyEast High Church, CromartyRiding a rickshawBuckingham palace Me adn my SweetnessOur Group, including me, Papa, Aunt Margie, Ms. Sandra, and Mr. JED Horton and Sweetness David Jones Sweetness on the IslandPapa and Aunt MargieTrying to be fancy and fun in the sun with my sun bonnetMy sweetness with his UV blocking shirtSaona Island, Dominican Republic Ms. Sandra and Mr. HortonGoonies looking coveOlives, Bell Peppers, Tomatoes, green onions, feta cheese crumbles and elbow macaroniSweetness is happy too! I made it to the waterfall without wheezing!Me and my Sweetness
The weather outside if frightful and the food bank could use some supplies and stocking up–an Amazon wish list is here!
There are many many items under $2-$3-$4 and $5-making giving super affordable! Each item also ships free if you have Prime and is sent directly to the food pantry!
There are also larger ticket items, like cases of soup that would go a bit further–also free shipping! And don’t forget, can openers (also on the list) help open those great items!
I hope we can help get their shelves stocked for those in need this winter season and afterwards! $5 in food donations can go a long way (several items can be purchased for a combined total of $5!)but you don’t have to stop at $5 if you wish to do more, Happy Shopping and Giving!
*here is a thought, in lieu (or in addition to) doing an advent calender, you could send a canned/boxed food item a day to the food bank (or all at once) !!!
It’s harvest time in Colorado but the flowers are still blooming! My parents house is abundant with color and beauty–and their dog, Gluwhein, is pretty darn cute too!
A long bus ride from Inverness bus station to Nairn but totally worth it. I packed my throw blanket and off I headed–the bus driver instructed to me which stop to take to easily access downtown Nairn–which was just a mere few blocks to access the Maggot and East Beach, via the walk way along the River Nairn.
I purchased a “picnic” lunch for myself, a sandwich with a pack of crisps and a beverage and off I went to the sea!
Along the walking path, I spotted a pair of adult swans, white ones, and a small flock of what I assume were the teenage brood of the adult pair in the river, amongst the reeds and rushes.
A very windy, chilly awe inspiring day! The skies were crystal clear today and bundled up with my wool blended cardigan and scarf, the best was had all the way around–and even Nairn by evening sunset is beautiful (the photo is a bit fuzzy as it was taken from the bus!)
History of the MaggotToo happy to contain it Fish boats docked for the evening The beach leading up to the oceanThe tall grasses along the seashore helped break the wind someLate blloms along he walkSignage is always helpful More history, one can never nerd enoughMeryton Bridge, Can you see the swans? Too GiddyI sat along the drift wood to eat my lunchThe waves lapped against the strandOne way to go!Despite the cold, a best of daysEverything is green in Scotland Birdy foot printsA view of Nairn from the oceanThe sun sets over nairnWalking back to the bus stop Wearing my souvenir scarf and cardigan to help kick the cold
A lovely, albeit windy and chilly, day on the Harbor–getting some local history and enjoying an “All Day Breakfast” kind of brunch–with a big coffee, of course, made a perfect day
The small village of Avoch dons a beautiful harbor and a fishing history. The sign provides some great information–
Docked boats A Mosiac Mural on the harbor masters wallBanks of AvochAvoch Local HistoryAvochAvoch CoceA cool day at the bayTaking a bite out of the wind by donning my scarfStaying warm in the chillA docked boatThe tide is outWatching the birds The fisherman are inDocked boats
A person, an experienced adventurer, several years ago shared a “game” with me. Hence, I play this game every chance I am able and even shared it with other. It’s a very basic concept but so fun!
The object is to buy a local postcard-literally a postcard of your current location-and find the objects or places on the postcard–it’s like playing where’s waldo but in your local geography of highlighted features. That is exactly what I did today.
Invergordon is a quaint town/village in the Highlands of Scotland, along the firth. The firth is oddly deep enough to hold/host a major sea liner, which surprises me. Scotland, especially the highlands, are mysterious that way.
I popped into the Post Office to purchase some stamps and found the Murals Postcard so off I went to find all the wall paintings. Success!!
I also found a beautiful church and, of course, I had to stop for a delicous coffee.
Don’t forget to check out my eBay! Every purchase benefits the Wildlife Sanctuary in Colorado as well as supports an an artist/adventurer..
