Puzzled Thoughts

On my evening walk I came across a scattered puzzle.

It was just a reminder of how things are. Life, the world, me. Always looking for that missing piece or trying to put it all back together. They have been rained on, ran over, and stepped on as a few pieces still seem to keep their colors.

Its weeks like this that I cant seem to find things to talk about. When America is attacked, it puts me in a somber mode. Im constanlty thinking about those who lost people they love. I think about why such things have to happen.

I dont like getting on social media such as Facebook or Twitter because as soon as I log on, the bad news immediately slaps me in the face. 

Everyone seems to have their own opinion about what goes on around us but its simply the fact that there are lost and mean people out there without a conscience. While one person is trying to find a fix to the problem, there is always another finding ways to make another headline in the news. 

Even though I do not agree with the way some people choose to live, They are human beings and do not deserve to be hurt. But unfortunatly, not every human race sees it that way. Its just the way it is and how it's going to continue. 

Everyone always seems to think they can fix the problem, but sadly, they cant and never will. I also believe the world will never get better, so we need to make ourselves better.

I try to keep my mouth shut on political issues because Im not educated enough to fight the fight. I have to stay away from the sites that get me rawled up such as facebook. Im afraid ill get mouthy. Me and Nick even spend time doing other things while keeping the tv off most of the time. 

We will always have bad news until the next bad news. I'd rather keep positive thoughts and keep praying for our countries. I want to stay positive and continue living in a happy world. If we live un happy or in fear, then the bad guys win.

The Appalachian Trail (The Book)

I have read another book. I give myself applause. I'm starting to enjoy this leisure.

The book is the second book I read from author Jack Darnell. I have made friends with him and his wife through the blogging world as I also enjoy his daily blog post over at the shipslog.

I was only a few pages into the book "The Appalachian Trail" when I was hooked. This book took me on a journey that forced me to day dreaming moments as if I was actually hiking along with them. I could picture the beauty of the trails they crossed and the people (with crazy nicknames) they encountered. I smiled when I found out what their hiking names become.

I was amazed at what goes into preparation to even begin such an adventure. I was in total awe. I had no idea. Many friends were made along their hike as they encounter a few obstacles, laughs and lots of smooches. 

This book was a pleasure to read on my Kindle but now wish I would have ordered a signed copy. 

This past weekend, me and my husband walked into the Gander Mountain store here in town and while he looked at shoes, I dashed over to the hiking equipment. I wanted to see what kind of things they pack into those back packs and it was really cool. I thought about the characters in the book as I marveled at the tiny pots, cookers and tents. 

Thanks Jack! Now I want to do it! I just know I could not talk Nick into doing such a thing but I know if he started, he would be like Sherry and want to keep going.

I'll stop here before I give the book away, but there were some unexpected surprises in the book and chapter nine made my eyes water.

You can order this book HERE or HERE and enjoy.

Fluffernutter

This weekend was free. The were no plans or deadlines so we just took it easy. The temperatures soared into the high 90's reaching 100 in some areas. I love it though. I would much rather be ouside in the hot than inside with the cold air condition. 

Saturday I stayed inside during the morning, catching up on some housework and enjoying a little "me time" alone in the house while Nick journeyed out for his morning walk. By noon we were back together and had some lunch. He had a salad and I was craving a "fluffernutter" sandwich. Now if you have never had a fluffernutter, you sre missing out on a good thing.

Adding up to about 300 calories, this little wopper will soothe a sweet tooth while giving you healthy protein and energy. I mean what else can you eat healthy thats low in calories yet tastes like a candy bar? Go ahead, make you one!

Here is how:

Simply spread peanutbutter on one side, marshmellow fluff on the other, slap it together and toast it in a toaster oven). Just look at that ooey gooey goodness. 

Its so good, it will make your tongue slap your forehead!

New Do

Its that time again. The gray roots in my dark hair start to peep out at the crown. It shines like Christmas tinsel around grandmaws old Christmas tree. 

I usually will just get some root touch up and fix it every four to six weeks and let my hair dresser do an all over color about twice a year. I love going to the salon and getting pampered every now and again. She has asked me a couple of times if I would like to try a new color called eggplant. "Na purple is not for me".

Well, today I sent her a text. It went something like this....

Me: hey how would this look on me ?( sent picture of an undercut).

Hairdresser: "awesome! Yes!"

Me: "ok, I feel wild today. Lets do it!"

So after work I headed to the salon. In no time I was in the chair getting the nap of my hair buzzed off! And soon the color. Yes, I decided to let her do the eggplant color this time. I wanted something fun. Even though purple is my least favorite color. She assured me it would not be purple but would have a hint of purple. 

I didnt tell my husband about my undercut until I got home and got the thumbs up on the color. To him, the haircut itself looked like what I normally get. An angled messy bob.

"Ah but now let me show you the surprise" I said, as I lifted up the back of my hair and reviled my wild hair tattoo. I turn back to him with a devilish grin and child like giggle. I think he liked it. He teased me a little then he snapped these pictures to show ya. 

We tried hard to get the light to show the purple tint with not much luck but thats ok, did I mention I didnt even like purple? But I like my hair and the color.

(Thats is not a tattoo on my back)

Speaking of egg plant. I planted a few yesterday.

My sister had given me some egg plant and bell peppers to grow. I just used an old crate for the eggplants and two pots for the bell peppers. Wish me luck on that. They have perked up since the picture was taken. 

In Full Bloom

I came home from a mini vacation to find a couple of my yard plants in full bloom.

As we pulled into the driveway after our trip I noticed our neighbor, Mr. H. slipping around the side of the house. I figured he would soon greet us at the door as we unloaded the car. He never aproached us so I walked around to the side of the house to see if he was ok. There he was snapping pictures of my gladiolas. They are on the side of the house I rarely see so I havnt noticed they were fully bloomed. I couldn't give up the chance to snap some photos too. 

These flowers were here when we bought the house. They could be old. Mr. H. asked if he could have a cutting to take home to his wife. "Sure!" I said, "take all you want". I knew that within a couple days, they would outweight themselves and lay on the ground. He only took one stem. 

Sure enough, the next day, a few of the Gladiolas fell to the ground. I snipped them up and placed them in a vase so they could get a little more life. They are so pretty. 

Ill be giving Mr. H. a few bulbs to plant in February so he doesnt have to only gaze at mine through his window. He has a beautiful yard and they would look great adorning it. 

The other plant that has bloomed is my lovely butterfly bush. My husband took a picture of the first butterfly enjoying the sweet fragrance. Soon There will be humming birds snacking on the thistles.

I recieved this bush last year by none other than sweet neighbor Mr. H. He giggles at it everytime he sees it as it has trippled in size after I planted it. His didnt make it.

He always teases me that he is taking mine back. 

Tomorrow I plan to plant a few vegestable plants my sister gave me. I have a couple bell pepper plants and a couple egg plants to pot. Fingers crossed. I struggle with any kind of garden as the birds eat them to the root. Well, I think its birds that do it. Well see.