CarolDM

@CarolDM (198634)

United States

Joined myLot 4 years ago

Life is short, savor the moments.

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A Cold December Sunset

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 2h

December brought in another cold day and it was full of sunshine. Just snapped this sunset from the deck at 4:30 pm. Shorter days this time of year. I was looking at the clouds right above the sunset. They look almost crab...

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Crimson Hibiscus Blooming Inside

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 30 Nov

All spring and summer, I have a Hibiscus tree that blooms on the deck. Hummingbirds and butterflies enjoy the nectar from the large blooms. In late fall I will bring it indoors. It will not survive the cold. I have the planter...

crimson hibiscus

bloom

inside

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Dark Clouds Brought Thunderstorms

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 29 Nov

Have been watching the weather today. Snapped a photo of the dark clouds from the deck this afternoon. Thunderstorms arrived around 3:pm. Middle Tennessee has a strong cold front passing through now. Tomorrow will only be in the...

clouds

thunderstorms

weather

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Blueberry No-Bake Cheesecake

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 28 Nov

My neighbor has two daughters away at college. They, along with a few friends, visited her and her husband over the holiday weekend. They all left yesterday, returning to college and work today. She called last night and wanted...

blueberry

no bake

cheesecake

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Unplugging Is A Good Choice

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 27 Nov

Unplugging is a good thing to do from time to time. Unplug the computer. Unplug our minds. That is what I have done for a few days. And I have enjoyed the time away. Enjoying the little things in life as always. A sunset from the...

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Four Blue Jays At Deck Feeder

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 23 Nov

Each winter I start feeding the birds at my deck feeder. I buy the whole unsalted peanuts for them. I buy them in bulk to save on the cost. Many birds visit like the Blue Jays (in the photo), Cardinals, Doves, Woodpeckers, and...

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Brendel Made Her TV Appearance

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 22 Nov

Yellowstone National Park turns 150 years old this year. In 2021, Kevin Costner took interest in a different Yellowstone than the television series he’s worked on for the past six years, (Huge fan of that show as well). Marc...

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Shrimp & Grits With A Fried Egg

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 21 Nov

Woke up to a frigid 18 degrees F this morning. Our coldest day yet. Sunshine now and at 50 degrees for now, until the sun sets soon. Had an appointment and errands to do earlier today. That all went well. Decided to try out a new...

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Banana Nut Bread To The Rescue

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 20 Nov

While out giving the birds fresh water this morning, I saw my neighbor out in his yard. Went over and talked a minute. He lost his sister from New York yesterday. He said he would not attend the funeral. He was just in NY a few...

banana nut bread

neighbor

rescue

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Another Surprise Phone Call

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 18 Nov

I shared about my cousin (58 y/o) having a heart attack a month ago. She drove herself to the ER with what she thought was indigestion. Turns out she had a heart attack two days earlier. She made another trip to the ER about a...

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Another Memory to Share About Dustin

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 17 Nov

Many of you have asked a lot of questions about my son, Dustin. And you have gently reminded me how I should share some memories. I have to be in the mood to do that. So here goes. Yesterday as I was conversing with @Juliaacv I...

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Warning For Bone Chilling Mornings

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 16 Nov

Today has been a good one. Sunshine all day. Only in the 40s F, but still a nice day. We have "bone chilling" mornings coming our way, according to the meteorologist. 20s for the low, for the next week at least. Funny how the...

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Slow Cooker Dinner of Roast and Veggies

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 15 Nov

Another favorite dinner just finished. Earlier this morning I placed a roast, beef broth and seasonings in the slow cooker. Added cream of mushroom soup as well. Let it cook a couple of hours. Then added quartered potatoes and...

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Very Busy Afternoon On The Phone

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 14 Nov

Been on the phone off and on a large part of the afternoon today. Working on insurance for my cousin again. I thought I had it all figured out for her. Then she remembered two more doctors and medicines to add to the...

busy day

phone

cousin

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Potato Soup Cornbread Dinner

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 13 Nov

Cold days call for hot soups for dinner. 20s and 30s F here the past few days has been cold. Went out and freshened up the bird bath. It was frozen earlier. I hope they appreciate it. So cold out there. Decided on potato soup and...

potato soup

cornbread

dinner

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Satisfied With New Hairstyle

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 12 Nov

My hairdresser is the best. Saw her today and just got home. Satisfied with my new cut and style. A little shorter than usual. But I like it so far. Amazing how much better you feel after a visit to your hairdresser. I am very...

haircut

style

satisfied

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Presley And Her Blue Eyes

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 11 Nov

Have been helping my cousin most all day today. She is the one that had a heart attack recently at only 58 years old. And is a diabetic, takes insulin, with one kidney. She donated a kidney a few years ago. She is changing her...

presley

dog

cousin

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Early Dinner ~ Baked Pork Chops

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 10 Nov

Decided on an early dinner today. Baked pork chops, mashed potatoes and green beans. I really enjoy this combination. Easy to cook as well. Rain coming later. But still able to enjoy being out for part of the day. Got in a walk...

dinner

pork chops

potatoes

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What A Gorgeous Day Today

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 9 Nov

After several cloudy days, the sun finally visited today. I was outside most of the day. Enjoyed the sunshine so much. The cats woke me very early. So I went for an early walk. Many were walking their dogs. Always nice to see...

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A Grilled Cheese And Kosher Slices

CarolDM @CarolDM (198634) • United States 8 Nov

Not very hungry lately. But I can always eat a grilled cheese sandwich. When the weather cools down a little, I will add tomato soup to the menu. This week we are still in the 70s. Then the weekend we get cold finally. So ready...

dinner

grilled cheese

favorite

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