Category Archives: Just Me

A Craving and A Want

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A Craving – Last evening around 11 pm I got a craving for egg salad and coffee.  Crazy, right?  I knew the moment my feet hit the floor this morning that my craving for coffee had to be filled.  And I knew for lunch my egg salad craving would be filled.

Luckily the sun came out and warmed up enough to enjoy a nice patio lunch complete with BBQ popchips and my diet soda with lime in a goblet.  The fork on the side was for scooping up anything that fell out of my sandwich.

As you can see, some salad did fall out…

I made the most of it as I scooped it on my popchips.

A Want – Ever since we got our new phones, I’ve wanted a new purse such that my new phone will fit.  My old purse phone slot was just a tad small.

When it comes to a purse, I’m not picky about brand as I’m just dandy with my last purse from Wal-Mart.  But what I am picky about are a few details.

The handbag must have three separate compartments on the outside #1 – for a phone  #2 – built-in wallet #3 – a pocket for car keys – The strap on the outside must be adjustable – And I like a rather small purse.  Not too much to ask for right?

I’ve been shopping the local Wal-Marts and such for a while but couldn’t find anything to match just what I was looking for.  But today my friends, I had to make a trip to Macy’s to pick up some shirts for hubby.  I thought, why not check out the handbags while I’m here?  I’m so glad I did as I got this guy 40% off and it totally rocked all my qualifications for a handbag.

Here she is completely filled with all my stuff.   Would you like to have a look?

#1 – The zipper compartment in the front for my phone – it slips in and out easy peasy.

#2 – The built-in wallet in the front – I love the way this functions

#3 – That lovely compartment in the back for keys – perfect

And last – The purse is small – just how I like it and that strap can be adjusted.  This was well worth the wait, I’m so happy with it.

On the inside I have a comb, lipstick, mints, a pen or two, sunglasses, a little bottle of Purell hand sanitizer and well, I can’t really think of anything else.

Some of the joys in life are enjoying the little things – like cravings and picnics, sunshine and goblets and handbags that come just the way we like them.  Makes me happy…

Blessings – Debbie

The Party's Over

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This morning was one of those let downs after our amazing weekend of catching up with each other.  Hubby even announced that “the party’s over” as he headed out the door.

Sometimes things are done on whims.  So as I sat with my cup of coffee reading Google Reader, I spied what looked and sounded like an amazing peanut butter bread.  Made with the crunchy peanut butter, LOVE!

Perhaps I didn’t want the party to end after all.  So I gathered all the ingredients and got busy creating my very own “monday morning party” in the kitchen.

Batter may or may not have flung from the bowl onto my favorite coffee mug.

This was pulled out of the oven 10 min early.

Butter was generously slathered over this piece.

But as hubby stated earlier, the party’s over.  And it was.  It was pretty dry and not at all what I imagined.  My mind was screaming peanut butter love!  But on the bright side, the rest now lies in the bottom of the trash can and I’ve come to grips that the party is indeed over.

I’ll be off in a few for another eye exam.  Apparently I can’t seem to adjust with my new (two month old) prescription.  My distance doesn’t seem that great so hopefully this exam will bring clarity to my days.

Till next time…

Blessings – Debbie

The Streets of Seaport Village

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Yesterday morning proved to be a rude awakening as we hit the road at 4:30 AM.  It took a while to gather myself, but I did it.  Hubby was off to the airport so I thought I’d spend the early morning hours in Downtown, San Diego.

I stopped at a nice little park and sat in my car enjoying this view (for the most part) ’til the light broke.

I moved the car to enjoy another view while it was still too dark for me to be out roaming the streets alone.

When I stopped to take this shot (still inside the car) the security guard stopped to ask if I was ok.  He prolly thought I was a dork or a crazy person or both.

The early morning hours are magical.

Ah, finally just before 6 AM I was able to comfortably get out of my car and feel safe to start my adventure.

Follow along if you want to see the good, the bad and the ugly. 

But for now, it was all good.

I walked the streets of Seaport Village.

This is what is called the Seaport Cookie Company.  Although the doors aren’t open, they are certainly well on their way.

It’s such a fun village.

And charming to be sure.

Restaurants were so quiet at 6 AM.

As well as the little streets and shops.

Here’s where I make a great big fuss.  It’s still all good, nothing bad yet.

And the fuss about this picture is the sunrise!  I like the camera setting and the way the sun appears to be squeezing in between the buildings.  And those golden sun drops, oh the golden sun drops, love them.

Loved everything about watching the sunrise between the buildings.

The stroll continues…

And this is the part that starts to change.  I think I lingered in and around this little pond a bit too long.

Once upon a time there were 5 baby ducks.  And now there are 3.  How do I know?  Continue on if you must, to see the bad and the ugly.

I witnessed the kidnaping of two, yes I did.

The mean Black Crowned Night Heron, he’s responsible.  But I guess that’s the way the circle of life goes round.  But…but…where was the momma duck?  That’s what I want to know…Ok, the bad and the ugly is over and that’s all I have to say about that.

The cool feature about him is that he/she can really stick out that neck.

See how short the neck looks in this pic?  Interesting…

I moved along…

And enjoyed the splash of color along the way.

Somebody musta ordered a rather large order of pineapple.  Ya think?  Loved watching this shipment head out to sea.

And I conclude that the hours spent here was just what I needed after saying goodbye to hubby.  I miss him and things are never the same when he’s away.  The plan is to keep myself busy, that always helps.

Till next time…

Blessings – Debbie

 

One Of Those Days

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It was one of those days I had to get back into the groove of housework, laundry and ironing.

One of those days I packed hubby’s lunch for the first time in a week.  Not because I didn’t want to, rather he was home with me, sick.  He did see the doc yesterday, but still struggling with that nagging cough.

One of those days I lived in my jammies all day long.

One of those days I took a nap.

One of those days I needed to absorb the great outdoors.  It’s a source of inspiration.

And I love that all these pics were taken in the comfort of my jammies/backyard.

Lots of thoughts crowded my mind.  Thoughts of my studio and pottery and wondering exactly where I’m going with it.

Will I strictly be known as the purse lady or what else shall I create?  Shoes – high heel shoes – fun strappy high heel shoes – bright colorful shoes – flip-flops – perhaps shoes and purses – matching shoes and purses – just one shoe or will I make a pair?  Oh I don’t know, these are just a few of the many thoughts running through my mind…

Even though the questions go unanswered, I’m creating and doing what I love.  In time, the answers will come.

I had more fun in lightroom this afternoon.  When playing in lightroom, I think about pottery and all the colors out there begging to be used.

I strolled the winding paths in the backyard.

And found the lilies, lots of them.  But the little snail on this one caught my eye.

This rose hails from a bush that must be 7 – 8 foot tall.  It’s loaded with roses.

That rose underwent the lightroom as well.

But for now, the plan is to clear my thoughts and enjoy the remains of the evening with hubby.

For more outdoor fun, enjoy a trip over to A Southern Daydreamer for Outdoor Wednesday!

Blessings – Debbie

No Pain No Gain

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And that’s exactly where I was today at the very beginning of my workout.  I felt the pain early and it was difficult working thru that first 5 – 10 min of exercise.  The old body wanted so badly to stop but my mind knew I could work thru it and I did.  The reward is great as I burned 300 calories this morning.

This was my treat on the patio after my workout.

I had a little visit with this pot, (on the patio) it is so cheerful.

Here’s my take of it in Adobe Lightroom.

And again, because I couldn’t leave well enough alone.

Wishing you a bright beautiful day.

Blessings – Debbie

A Day At The Salon

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I’ve had few hair stylists in my life that I really connect with, she’s one of them. She even thought it was cool that I wanted to take her picture.  This pic is “blog” approved.

I was encouraged to take photos in the salon.  I wasn’t expecting all that, but I took advantage.

I love how they cater to their clients – totally my cup of tea…or coffee.

 

I enjoyed a cup of the Berry Black tea.

I was offered round two while I waited on my hair color to process.

This is my hairstylist’s station.  Actually, the lower left corner is a portion of the cut-away mirror (in front of me) with an ad reflecting in it.  On the other side of the mirror, would be the stairs that lead to the second story.

I truly enjoy a great salon experience, today was one of those days.

Get this, I actually have a friend who will not get her hair cut on the same day of color.  Her reason?  She loves her salon experience so much that she prefers her visits as often as possible.  That very well could be me one day.

Blessings – Debbie